August is National Curb Appeal Month, dedicated to helping homeowners focus on ways to add value and design appeal to their home’s exterior. “Real estate agents tell us that potential home buyers make a ‘street decision’ in less than 12 seconds on whether or not to view a home that’s for sale,” says Niki Decker,… Continue Reading
The crisp days of fall will soon be here, but a long dry summer has left many homeowners looking out on lawns and gardens overtaken with invasive weeds and vines. A yard full of these noxious plants is sure to make it difficult to enjoy the cooler outdoor temperatures. In 2012, the nation faced one… Continue Reading
With drought plaguing much of the country, the fall season is the ideal time for homeowners to assess the condition of their lawns, plants, trees and shrubs to ensure they can weather another dry season. “The fall season is the best time to assess the landscape, your watering strategy and make any necessary adjustments to… Continue Reading
Keep America Beautiful (KAB), its affiliates and its partners are mobilizing Americans to support local ecosystems by planting native species of trees, shrubs, and plants through a new call to action. The first National Planting Day will take place on Saturday, Sept. 8, and will continue with activities happening through Nov. 30. National Planting Day… Continue Reading
With today’s growing awareness of environmental issues green is the new black. Today everyone is thinking green. Consumers can’t get enough of green: whether it’s a sage green throw, leafy green salads, or a beautiful green tree or shrub in the back yard. Today’s green movement also carries over when you are preparing to sell… Continue Reading
An essential aspect of landscape maintenance is insect control. Problem insects can affect the vigor of plants and landscapes, either through disease, insect feeding or other destructive activities. Insects can also invade the interior of a home in search of food, water and shelter, becoming a general nuisance. With the recent mild winter across the… Continue Reading
Now that summer is fast approaching most of us tend to push thoughts of outdoor lighting to the back of our minds. After all, who needs much lighting when the days are long and the beautiful sunlight is plentiful? Most people would agree with the writer Henry James when he said, “Summer afternoon—summer afternoon; to… Continue Reading