Category Archives: Landscaping

DIY Landscaping Projects Homeowners Should Do This Fall | Easy Ideas & Materials To Use

Written by | on July 1, 2021 | Posted under Landscaping

We all typically tend to focus on completing landscaping projects in the spring so we can enjoy the fruits of our labours when summer arrives. However, a perfect time of year to start your next DIY landscaping project is in the fall. First, you’ll have cooler weather to work more comfortably. Second, you won’t feel as rushed trying to get everything done before the May 24th long weekend rolls around. Here are some DIY landscaping projects ideal to tackle this fall. The Perfect DIY Outdoor Kitchen As barbecue season winds down it can be hard to hang up your apron … Continue reading DIY Landscaping Projects Homeowners Should Do This Fall | Easy Ideas & Materials To Use →

Ideas for Landscaping Around Your Air Conditioner

Written by | on May 3, 2021 | Posted under Landscaping

Your air conditioner’s exterior unit may not be pretty, especially in comparison to the garden surrounding it. How can you make your space a bit more attractive, without impinging on the air conditioner, which needs to easily disperse heat and draw in the air? Here are some ideas for landscaping around your air conditioner. Distance Plants need to be two to three feet away from the air conditioner. Otherwise, they block airflow, which will make the unit retain heat and undermine its energy efficiency. If you plan to add plants around the unit, you will need to ensure that once … Continue reading Ideas for Landscaping Around Your Air Conditioner →

Winter Landscaping Trends and Ideas

Written by | on January 5, 2021 | Posted under Landscaping

It can be a challenge to design a landscape that will look good for the whole Canadian winter. However, while some plants become brown and drab once the snow arrives, others bloom or at least maintain their visual interest. Placing a few of these plants in your yard will make your landscape look livelier in the winter. There are also some other winter landscaping trends that can help brighten your winter landscape. Winter Landscaping Trends Here are some popular landscaping trends that can help up your winter landscaping game: String lights: Lights aren’t inherently connected to Christmas. You can use … Continue reading Winter Landscaping Trends and Ideas →

Benefits of Interlocking Brick vs Natural Stone

Written by | on December 2, 2020 | Posted under Landscaping

Once you’ve chosen interlocking for your project, you have another choice between brick and natural stone. Both are beautiful, durable materials that can make your driveway, garden, patio, or other hardscaping features look lovely. So, it may not be obvious to you which you should choose. Here’s our quick guide to comparing the benefits of interlocking brick versus stone so that you can make your decision. What is the Difference Between Natural Stone and Brick Interlocking? The basic difference between these two materials is that brick interlocking is made from concrete or other compressed stone materials, while natural stone is … Continue reading Benefits of Interlocking Brick vs Natural Stone →

Landscape Lighting Ideas for the Fall and Winter 

Written by | on November 1, 2019 | Posted under Landscape Lighting

If fall is your favourite, you are not alone! It’s a wonderful time to enjoy your outdoor space as the colours become vibrant and the temperature takes a turn towards sweater weather. If you want to continue to enjoy your yard, your hot tub and your bbq through fall, you absolutely can! And, if you are excited to enjoy your outdoor winter décor, here are some landscaping lighting ideas that will keep you safely lit straight through the winter.  Don’t Miss a Thing  The good news, during the peak foliage you don’t need to make any adjustments to your lights. It is, however, an excellent time … Continue reading Landscape Lighting Ideas for the Fall and Winter  →

Affordable Landscaping Tips to Help Enhance Your Space

Written by | on September 3, 2019 | Posted under Landscaping

Homeowners often avoid achieving their landscaping goals because they’ve been holding on to the belief that it must be expensive to look the way they want it. The reality is, there are many types of landscaping projects you can take on that are not only affordable but standout just as well as some of the more costly versions. Take a look at the following affordable landscaping ideas to try this fall and don’t forget to check out our gallery for more inspiration! Landscaping Ideas that Will Inspire You Flowerbed border: Add a flowerbed border to define your garden and make … Continue reading Affordable Landscaping Tips to Help Enhance Your Space →

How Landscaping Can Increase Your Property Value

Written by | on July 16, 2019 | Posted under Landscaping

Have you ever wondered, “Does landscaping increase property value?” you’re not alone. This is a common question for homeowners who are currently looking to sell their homes or increase the potential on their resale in the future. The short answer is yes, but it depends on what kind of projects you invest in and the overall market conditions. In general, to increase your property value with landscaping projects you need high-quality features and finishes that are in demand from homeowners. When considering the many different kinds of projects you can take on for your home, you’ll want to keep this … Continue reading How Landscaping Can Increase Your Property Value →