Landscaping adds beauty and value to a home. When the landscaping is a perennial garden, you add easy care and reliable beauty. There may also be a plethora of return visitors, such as birds and butterflies, who grace your garden. ...read more
According to the United States Department of Labor, certified tree trimmers earn just over $36,000 each year. This base salary varies from state to state but is considered the median salary among all states in the country for these tree-trimming professionals. ...read more
Landscaping a front yard requires some degree of planning to be done efficiently. Before you begin just throwing some plants in the ground there are few things that should be considered. Landscaping requires research, time and a little hard work. ...read more
Some homeowners take great pride in the way their lawn looks. A beautiful green lawn can greatly enhance the overall appearance of a house. There are a few simple tips you can follow to keep your grass looking lush and green. ...read more
Keeping up the landscape of your home can be a tedious task, especially if you have garden beds and like a green lawn. Instead of having to manually water plants and your lawn a regular basis, why not invest in an irrigation system that will run itself automatically? ...read more
Are you are a homeowner who desires to have a nicely landscaped yard, but the thought of keeping it manicured and maintained has keep you from pursuing the idea? If so, you should consider the possibility landscaping your yard with rocks and gravel. ...read more
Owning your own lawn service can be a great way to make money while being your own boss. However, knowing what to charge for your services can be confusing. Charge too much and you won’t have any customers. Charge too little, and you will do a lot of work for little profit. ...read more
Landscape architects work with the landscape directly to create stunning art and design within the landcaped areas. There aren't many landscape artists throughout history that have become well known. However, there are a handful of designers that have crossed into the modern world and made a name for themselves. ...read more
Due to the lack of jobs across the nation, people are turning to alternative ways to make money. One of the most common ways people are earning money is by starting their own business. Self employment is not the easiest way to make money but it can be very profitable if you choose a good business to start. Becoming a self-employed gardener is one method some people are using to make ends meet. ...read more
If you don’t have time to take care of your lawn, plants, and flowers in your yard, you need to hire a maintenance landscaper. A landscaper has the ability to design a yard the way you want it, and can help you add more plants and flowers to your yard. They can keep the yard mowed for you, and work in your garden. ...read more
If you enjoy a beautiful green lawn, but don’t have the time to care for it, hire a professional. Lawn care can be enjoyable ,but takes time and effort. Not everyone has the time or the desire to work outside on his or her lawn. Be careful when you do hire someone to care for your lawn, as you don’t want a bad experience. ...read more
During spring and summer months, a fresh expanse of lawn just begs families and friends to set up a relaxed game. Lawn and garden games go back hundreds of years and are a great way to get a little bit of exercise while spending time with loved ones. ...read more
Lawn services are in high demand. In fact, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics record that there are over 400,000 lawn service companies that are owned and operated by individuals. If you are considering starting a business like this, there are a few steps you will need to take. ...read more
Weeds are the bane of every gardener. Keeping them under control can be done in a couple of ways. The best way is by preventing them. Although this is not foolproof, it will reduce your time spent pulling weeds in the garden immensely. Do consider using a weed blocking method in the future. ...read more
Steep yards make it difficult to garden; however, there are many landscaping options that will help keep your yard looking fresh and exciting. Terraces are extremely attractive and increase the growing space in your garden, but it is ideal to look into other methods when you have a steep yard. ...read more