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Author: Brenda Ryan

Brenda Ryan is a former content director for LawnStarter. She is a former radio newscaster and journalist. In her free time she enjoys traveling, gardening, visiting wineries, reading, and playing trivia games in her home state of Colorado.

5 Signs You Need to Cut Down Your Richmond Tree

By Brenda Ryan | Updated: December 15, 2024
Richmond, VA, Tree care, Virginia

It can be hard to say goodbye to a tree. The value they add to the landscape and your property […]

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How to Landscape Around a Pool in Phoenix

By Brenda Ryan | Updated: April 2, 2025
AZ, Landscaping, Phoenix

Fly over Phoenix into Sky Harbor Airport, and you get a bird’s-eye view of how popular private swimming pools are […]

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Hot Landscaping Trends in Tampa

By Brenda Ryan | Updated: April 4, 2025
Florida, Landscaping, Tampa, FL

Think of your yard as an extension of your home. It’s an extra room to entertain, cook and relax. The […]

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Hot Landscaping Ideas in Dallas

By Brenda Ryan | Updated: April 4, 2025
Dallas, TX, Landscaping, Texas

Nature is on your side if you’re a homeowner landscaping a yard in Dallas. The long growing season and the […]

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Landscaping for Privacy in San Antonio

By Brenda Ryan | Updated: December 2, 2024
Landscaping, San Antonio, TX, Texas

You’ve created your dream yard with an outdoor kitchen, beautiful flowerbeds, and hot tub you can enjoy after a hard […]

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5 Worst Trees to Plant in Dallas

By Brenda Ryan | Updated: April 4, 2025
Tree Care, Tree care

The city of Dallas has a shady plan: It wants residents to plant trees. The Urban Forestry Management Plan aims […]

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Proper Pruning of Your Shrubs

By Brenda Ryan | Updated: December 13, 2024
Atlanta, GA, Georgia

You’ve mowed your lawn, planted flowers, and cleaned up the patio. Yet, somehow your yard still looks a little scrappy. […]

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Tips for Using Your Backyard All Summer Long

By Brenda Ryan | Updated: December 15, 2024
Fort Worth, TX, Texas

If you’ve lived in the Fort Worth area for any length of time, you know how hot this region of […]

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10 Worst Trees to Plant in Austin

By Brenda Ryan | Updated: December 15, 2024
Austin, TX

The 10 worst trees to plant in Austin include ash, black walnut, Bradford pear, cottonwood, and mimosa. Find out why they made our list.

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Native Flowers That Will Thrive in Your Los Angeles Garden

By Brenda Ryan | Updated: December 1, 2024
Los Angeles

Choosing plants for a garden in Los Angeles garden should be easy given the amount of warm weather and sunshine […]

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