Pruning vs. trimming: pruning improves plant health and structure, while trimming shapes appearance. Learn when to use each and when to call a pro.
Category: Landscaping
What is Pruning?
Pruning is selectively removing limbs or branches to make plants healthy, productive, and attractive. Our article covers the pruning basics to get you started.
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.