When the weather gets nice, people want to spend more times outdoors. The interesting thing is this means summer for those living in northern states, while those in Florida and Arizona spend more time outside any season except summer because it's too hot (it's going up to 115º F in Arizona this …
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Landscaping Jobs: DIY or Hire a Professional?
Landscaping doesn't have to intimidate you. The key is knowing the difference between something you can handle on your own and landscaping jobs that need a professional's touch. Problem is, that's not always easy to discern. Some of the most stunning gardens are so simple that anyone could do it. …
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Good Neighbor Fences Make Good Neighbors
It's easy to research the style of fencing you want based on how you'll use it. Then you can sort out which of the many fence materials you prefer. It's also important to give some thought to how your new fence will affect your neighbors, so consider how you can make good neighbor fences. My …
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Irrigation & Saving Water with Technology
If you've got a lawn, chances are you also have an irrigation system. Your irrigation or sprinkler system might keep your lawn green but here are some sobering facts about the amounts of water they use (data from the EPA's WaterSense website): Average American household uses 320 …
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Top 15 Landscape Trends
There's been a lot more interest in building green houses since we wrote about landscape trends in the Top 10 Features for Outdoor Living Spaces. So here's an update to help you plan your summer projects, or if you live in the south you probably spend more time outdoors during the winter …
4 Beautiful Ideas for a Lighted Walkway
Twilight comes earlier this time of year, and homes throughout your neighborhood probably come to life near dark with illuminated paths. You can have your own lighted walkway with traditional Malibu lights, which are very simple to install. Or you can do something unexpected -- something different …
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