Trees are the focal points of any home landscape. They can be towering old oaks that lend legitimacy and shade […]
Author: Derek Lacey
Formerly the agriculture writer for the Hendersonville Times-News, Derek Lacey’s articles have appeared in U.S. News & World Report, The Charlotte Observer, News & Observer, and The State. He has won 15 awards from the North Carolina Press Association and GateHouse Media, for pieces ranging from news features and investigative reporting to photography and multimedia projects.
5 Hot Landscaping Trends in Raleigh
Hardscaping, water features, wildlife attractors, outdoor living spaces, and edible plants are some hot landscaping trends in Raleigh.
Low-Maintenance Landscaping Ideas for Raleigh
A yard is an escape. It’s where families spend summer afternoons, where Dad fires up the grill, and where you […]
Reducing Plant Damage from Road Rock Salt
It’s a miracle-worker for road crews trying to keep highways clear of snow and ice, but once the cold breaks […]
5 Hot Landscaping Trends in Charlotte
Pavers, fire pits, cooking outdoors, retaining walls, and outdoor living rooms are hot landscaping trends in Charlotte.
How to Charge, Maintain Lawn Mower Batteries
Environmental consciousness and advances in electric mower performance are convincing more Americans to buy electric lawn mowers to replace their […]
What is Grass Paint and How to Paint Your Lawn
Does your lawn look more like January than September? Want to keep it looking its green best instead of browning […]
How to Overseed in the Fall With Fescue
Summer left your cool-season lawn looking pretty rough. All that heat and all those hours spent enjoying it took a […]
How to Winterize Your Lawn Mower
When the mowing season has ended and winter is approaching, it is time to put away your lawn mower. This […]
Lawn Mower Safety Tips
Mowing the lawn is the quintessential summertime chore. Parents and kids alike take to the front yard to get it […]