archiveJuly 2019

Imagine that you are the same age as your child… What grade were you in? Who was your teacher? Your best friend? Favorite game? Imagine that you are outside… Did you have a place that you considered your own? A treehouse or a fort in the bushes? Remember that special...

Building A Garden Pond Is A Fun & Rewarding DIY Project Our small garden pond is tucked between an outcropping of natural granite boulders and under several large oak trees. While most guides for creating water gardens and backyard ponds recommend building garden ponds on a flat, level area in...

Not a rock goes unturned. They clearly explain — and spread — their passion for native landscapes. Los Angeles Times Water shortages and water rationing are commonplace throughout California, rendering expanses of lawn and thirsty, nonnative plants unsustainable. Unfortunately, these remain the most popular choices for homeowners for two main...

Lay paving stones diagonally to make a space appear larger From HGTV.com If your small yard looks disheveled and uninviting, you'll be inspired by these 12 photos of small yard renovations. HGTV features a slideshow that gives specific tips for making a small yard look bigger and better. One of...

Need some front yard landscaping ideas? How about a theme garden? Some popular themes: desert plants, tropical plants, , , "country" garden, or a garden in a specific color or set of colors. If you don't have a front porch, could you create one? Building a covered porch in front...