Category Archives: Do It Yourself

How to Ensure Your Landscaping Project Will be a Success

Written by | on October 5, 2018 | Posted under Do It Yourself

There’s no better way to get more from your outdoor living space and boost the overall value of your home than with a landscaping project. Do it right…and you’ll want to invite family and friends over to spend as much time outside as possible. Do it wrong…and you risk having a landscape that’s not to your liking; that’s built incorrectly, or both. If you’re wishing of new interlocking patio stones, custom landscape lighting, gorgeous natural steps, and more, learn how to make your dream come true instead of becoming a nightmare. 1. Set a realistic budget At Lane’s Landscaping Supplies, … Continue reading How to Ensure Your Landscaping Project Will be a Success →

Fall Lawn Care Jobs You Might Forget to Take Care Of

Written by | on September 5, 2018 | Posted under Do It Yourself

Although it’s been a terrific summer here at Lane’s Landscaping Supplies, the first day of autumn (Saturday, September 28) is quickly approaching. That means less sunlight, shorter days, and colder temperatures. And before you it, Thanksgiving, Halloween, Christmas, and New Year’s will soon be here. So if you’ve got the following fall lawn care jobs on your list, now’s the best time to tackle them. Give your topsoil a bit of extra water Because summer’s been very hot and dry, you hydrated your topsoil every so often to ensure it doesn’t turn into plain old dirt. However, you’ll need to … Continue reading Fall Lawn Care Jobs You Might Forget to Take Care Of →

Dead Grass? Here’s How to Make Grass Green Again

Written by | on August 1, 2018 | Posted under Do It Yourself

Enjoying the August weather? We certainly are here at Lane’s Landscaping Supplies. While the sunshine and heat may be great for you, it can be downright murderous for your grass. And that goes double when there’s a lack of rain. As a result, your lawn may be covered with: Thinning patches. Brown spots. Dead grass colour or bald spots. Other things which can negatively impact your lawn’s health and appearance are animals, disease, and poor topsoil. Although it’s upsetting and unsightly, it’s not too late to bring it back to life. Here’s how to make grass green again. Aerate your … Continue reading Dead Grass? Here’s How to Make Grass Green Again →

Why Summer is the Best Time to Seal Your Driveway and Repair It Too

Written by | on July 3, 2018 | Posted under Do It Yourself

Your interlocking paver, concrete, or asphalt driveway is beginning to show its age with things like: Stains. Cracks. Chips. Uneven interlock paver stones. It’s inevitable: You need to repair your driveway. With that in mind, right now (summer) is the perfect time to visit Lane’s Landscaping Supplies, pick up the products you need, and get it done. Here’s why. Summer is the best time for sealing your driveway In spring, fall, or winter, there may be too much precipitation (rain, snow, etc.) to properly seal your driveway. In summer, the hot temperatures allow any cleaners and sealers you use to … Continue reading Why Summer is the Best Time to Seal Your Driveway and Repair It Too →

Pesky Weeds You’ll See this Summer (& How to Kill ‘Em) (Infographic)

Written by | on June 6, 2018 | Posted under Do It Yourself

No homeowner likes having weeds in their yard. Even worse, no homeowner likes spending time pulling weeds from the yard, either. Still, ugly and annoying weeds can overrun and ruin the lush, green lawn or colourful garden bed you worked hard to create. So consider this blog a public service announcement from Lane’s Landscaping Supplies as you learn what weeds you’ll encounter and how to eliminate them once and for all. Let Lane’s help you destroy ugly weeds this year This summer, you should spend more time enjoying your lawn than you should weeding it. And we want to help. … Continue reading Pesky Weeds You’ll See this Summer (& How to Kill ‘Em) (Infographic) →

How to Clean and Seal Your Interlock Like a Pro

Written by | on November 1, 2017 | Posted under Do It Yourself

Throughout the year, your interlocking pavers from Lane’s Landscaping Supplies have been subjected to things like: Bleaching from the sun Oil stains (if you have interlock on your driveway) Mud Rain or excessive water Leftover driveway and sidewalk salt residue So chances are they aren’t looking quite as sharp as when you first laid them down. It’s inevitable that interlock or pavers will be exposed to wear and tear. Fortunately as a homeowner, you can bring their original lustre and beauty back by cleaning and sealing them just like the pros. The stuff you need Before you start, you’ll need … Continue reading How to Clean and Seal Your Interlock Like a Pro →

Tips on Closing Your Backyard Pond

Written by | on October 23, 2017 | Posted under Do It Yourself

Way back in April, Lane’s Landscaping Supplies published a blog with tips on opening your backyard pond. Now that fall is here, it’ll soon be time to shut down your pond and protect it for winter. And here’s how to do it. In fall… Pay close attention to the outdoor temperature. As soon as it gets down to 10°C (that’s 50°F), you need to clean out your pond. Actually, you should tidy it up before it gets that cold because: IT’S MUCH EASIER TO CLEAN AND DRAIN pond water that’s not frozen (even a little) or covered in fallen leaves, … Continue reading Tips on Closing Your Backyard Pond →

Your Fall Clean-Up Checklist

Written by | on October 2, 2017 | Posted under Do It Yourself

Fall is officially here. With the kids back in school and the holidays around the corner (seriously, is Thanksgiving less a week away?), you’ll be too busy to devote much attention to those small autumn landscaping tasks every homeowner needs to take care of. So head on down to Lane’s Landscaping Supplies and let us help you with your fall landscape maintenance checklist. Job 1: Spread down one last layer of mulch There’s a reason giving your garden fresh mulch is the first task listed in your fall clean-up checklist. As the temperatures drop, the moisture and nutrients your plants … Continue reading Your Fall Clean-Up Checklist →

Smart Ways to Use Less Water on Your Lawn this Summer

Written by | on August 8, 2017 | Posted under Do It Yourself

It’s August, which can mean scorching temperatures, blazing sun and dry, drought-like days on end. And depending on where you live, the summer also brings about lawn watering bans. As a homeowner, you’ve worked hard to build a nice, lush and green lawn with things like: Organic topsoil from Lane’s Landscaping Supplies High-quality grass seed products Nutrient rich fertilizer So here’s your dilemma: On one hand, you want to keep your lawn as healthy and beautiful as possible. On the other hand, watering bans in cities like Mississauga, Oakville, Milton, Burlington and Brampton keep you from hydrating your grass on … Continue reading Smart Ways to Use Less Water on Your Lawn this Summer →

Important Jobs to Finish Before Leaving for Summer Vacation

Written by | on August 1, 2017 | Posted under Do It Yourself

Your summer vacation is just around the corner. When you get back, though, the last thing you want to do is tackle the small landscaping jobs you (like many homeowners) have been putting off. After all, once you return, you’ll be busy with things like: Catching up for work Getting the kids ready for school Planning your big fall landscape projects You simply won’t have the time to handle smaller (but still very much important) tasks. But you’ve got the time now. So make sure you finish these little jobs before you head out on holidays. One last thing: Have … Continue reading Important Jobs to Finish Before Leaving for Summer Vacation →