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12. Keep maintenance to a minimum. One of the great things about small spaces is that they’re easy to clean. So don’t muck with this advantage! Arthur suggests using more planters rather than ground-cover soil. “Otherwise mud inevitably ends up all over your small patio space, ” he says. “Containers...

Creativity and planning can produce a low-maintenance yard on a budget. Even though your time and your finances are limited, you would still like your yard to be attractive and welcoming. Creating a low-maintenance yard on a budget has its challenges, but there are many ways to meet them. Good...

I have lived at this community for over 15 years. Since that time, the Association/Provider name locked. has had the opportunity to contract with various landscaping companies to maintain the weekly upkeep of the landscaping. In my opinion, and MANY other homeowners share this, Provider name locked. . Landscaping Company...

When it comes to enhancing the look and feel of your garden, nothing beats traditional landscaping. You probably already know how important it is to maintain both your front and back yards, but establishing a ‘traditional landscape’ that surrounds your home involves more than just ensuring your lawn is well...

According to landscape economist, John A. Harris, good landscaping can add up to 28% to the overall value of a home and it can cut the home’s time on the market 10% to 15%. In addition, if you take your landscaping to the next level, upgrading it from a “good”...

These small backyard tips give clever decoration and strategic design ideas to maximize your space. Many residential areas are looking to build more homes in smaller spaces. This means smaller plots, smaller homes, and smaller backyards. Whether you’re designing for a small home or small backyard, you have the same...

Landscape architects create graphic representations of plans. Landscape architects design parks and the outdoor spaces of campuses, recreational facilities, private homes, and other open spaces. Duties Landscape architects typically do the following: Meet with clients, engineers, and building architects to understand the requirements of a project Prepare site plans, specifications,...

Learn how I create planting designs for my clients. Discover great, useful tips and ideas. Front yard landscaping ideas can include many areas. Planting beds, driveways, walkways, privacy, and types of plants to use are just a few. Here you will find many ideas and tips to help you with...

Jim Burnett is the grand humanizer of Dallas' concrete jungle. The 55-year-old is best known worldwide as the landscape architect of Klyde Warren Park. But he's also created visions of greenery throughout Uptown and the Arts District and was part of the team that produced the outdoor master plan for...

The top photo is of the street-scape garden. The driveway is flanked by planting areas and sidewalks. The bottom images are planting details for this area. Download Hi-Res Image Image: Bottom Left: Jerry Haper; Other Images: Steve Martino Image 3 of 16 Image: Steve Martino Image 4 of 16 Image...