Pruning is selectively removing limbs or branches to make plants healthy, productive, and attractive. Our article covers the pruning basics to get you started.
Category: Landscaping
How to Install an In-Ground Lawn Sprinkler System
DIY sprinkler installation typically takes 2-3 days and costs around $1,500 for a 2-zone system, which is cheaper than professional installation.
9 Best Cold-Hardy Outdoor Succulents
If you know succulents as desert plants or container plants, you may not think they’ll survive in cold climates. We’ve […]
How to Install a Rain Barrel
Want to harvest rainwater but don’t know where to start? You’ve come to the right place. This practical guide on […]
What is a Biennial Plant?
You’ve heard of annuals and perennials, but what is a biennial plant? While annuals can be a flash in the […]
15 Plants that Do Well in Sandy Soil
Gardening in sandy soil can be challenging, but sand can actually provide a good foundation for certain plants. The key […]
How to Remove Shrubs: The Best Way to Pull Out Bushes
Experts say the best way to remove old shrubs is to cut back the branches, dig a trench to expose the root ball, sever the roots, and safely pull the stump out.
20 Cheap Landscaping Ideas to Improve Your Yard
Like ever-evolving TikTok trends and viral memes, your landscape deserves a glow-up that is as trendy as the latest dance […]
How to Install a French Drain in 9 Steps
Experts advise digging a 1% sloped trench, lining it with nonwoven fabric, adding washed gravel, laying the perforated pipe holes down, and burrito-wrapping it.
17 Best Xeriscaping Plants for Your Landscape
Xeriscaping your property reduces the amount of water you use on your lawn and landscape and the number of chemicals […]