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Improper plant spacing is a common mistake in a lot of gardens. Beginners usually fall victim to this. They design their landscape with a lot of plants clumped together. The end result, the plants don’t grow healthy since they compete with each other for resources....
Ever heard of the term "sustainable landscaping"? Sustainable landscaping involves creating a landscape that helps to sustain local wildlife and conserve energy and resources like water. It helps to keep the air clean and leaves as little carbon footprint as possible....
Autumn is just around the corner. and it can be one of the most enjoyable times to get in the garden. Temperatures gradually decrease and days are getting shorter. Autumn is a great time for getting some garden tasks done like pruning, fertilising, and planting...
How was your garden for the first quarter of 2021? Did you make any design changes? Planning on doing some renovations? If you don't know what’s in style, read on below. 2020 wasn’t a great year for everyone. On the bright side, this pandemic helped some of us...
We are still in the midst of summer and here we are talking about wrapping up your summer garden. Being prepared is always a great thing. A good end-of-season cleanup is a great first step for the new season. Remove Dead Plants, Diseased Plants, and Weeds Not all...
A garden landscape is a perfect place to unwind. A place where we mostly spend our free time to connect with our environment. If you’re looking for some great inspirations and ideas, you should consider visiting some of these gardens. Adelaide Botanic Garden One of...
As a landscaper, our landscaping tools are our best weapons. Making sure that they are in their best condition is our responsibility so they will serve us well and never let us down. There are different types of landscaping tools being used in the garden. We would...
Summer, summer, summer! It may not always be the hottest summer you have experienced but your garden may still struggle. How often should you water your garden? Is deep watering required for every plant? Here are some tips. Water plants early morning or late in the...
Mulching is applying a layer of organic material to soil to benefit a plant. When done correctly, mulching is very beneficial for the plants when. Mulching provides a lot of nutrients for plants among other benefits., helps preserve moisture, aids in drainage, protect...
As summer goes by, an increase in temperature is expected. If you are having doubts the plants in your landscape can survive the heat, here are some ways of cooling off your garden soil. Mulch Mulch is one of the easiest ways to manage soil temperature. It can cool...
There are specific flowering plants that only flower during the summer months. If you want your garden to look good all year round, you should plant several varieties of plants that bloom in different seasons. Here’s what we recommend planting during the hot summer...
As a gardener, what comes to mind when you hear the word “insects''? You’re probably thinking pests? However, not all insects are pests. Some insects are actually beneficial for your landscaped garden. Some are also harmless and don't even need to be removed. There...
Have you ever seen an herb garden theme for a landscape? In general, herbs are any plant with leaves, seeds, or flowers that can be used for flavoring, food, medicine, aroma, or even perfume. Herbs are compact and small in size compared to other plants. Incorporating...
Planning for a theme for your Garden? Having a theme for a garden is a great avenue to express your creativity. When choosing a theme for your garden, the only limit is your imagination. Do your best to make your garden unique. One great example of a themed garden is...
Due to this pandemic, everything seems to be somehow stressful. Everybody’s been affected and needs to adjust. For us who enjoy gardening, our garden is a sanctuary for this moment. A perfect place to find inner peace and calmness but to do this, we need to make sure...
With the pandemic happening around the world, everyone is looking for a productive hobby and gardening is one of the most common things that come to mind. However, not everybody has the space to start a garden. Here comes indoor gardening. It may sound easy but indoor...
Biophilic design is an approach to architecture that connects buildings more closely to nature. This type of design incorporates nature towards the architecture to create a smooth connection between modern buildings and nature itself. There are studies that show that...
Summer is around the corner! Don't let the heat hinder your summer gardening activities! An expected increase in temperature will be felt by our gardens and to help your plants survive the harsh effects of this dry season, good preparation will be important. Be aware...
Hardscaping is the process of adding man-made (non-living elements) to your landscape. Some examples of hardscaping are bricks, paths, walls, concrete, etc. Hardscape elements can be used to define the use of space such as driveways and walkways that can lead visitors...
In any design work, landscape, drawing, or even in canvas, there are important elements that you should never forget. These elements, when ignored, can have devastating effects on the outcome of your project. Line The line creates the flow of the landscape. It...