You have to spend money to make money. That cliche is especially true when it comes to home improvements. By […]
Author: Laura Hatch
Laura Hatch is a journalist who spends her free time hiking with her husband and three sons. From Pikes Peak in Colorado to the Great Smoky Mountains in Tennessee and McAfee Knob near Roanoke, she’s made it to the summit of the country’s favorites.
Landscaping Around Your Pool in the Washington, D.C., Area
When you’re creating your pool landscape, you want a welcoming watery oasis. Start by choosing plants and features that add […]
How to Use Your Landscaping to Block Out Noise
Landscaping serves different purposes for property owners. Strategically selected features can provide beauty, privacy, and protection. If done right, they […]
How to Stop the Bedbugs From Biting in Washington, D.C.
“Don’t let the bedbugs bite” used to be easy advice to follow in the United States. Thanks to the widespread […]
How, When to Prune Your Trees in Virginia Beach
Pruning may not top your list of favorite landscaping activities, but it’s a vital part of caring for your trees. […]
Best Shade Trees to Plant in Charlotte
The best shade trees to plant in Charlotte are elm, flowering dogwood, lipan crape myrtle, red maple, river birch, and nuttall oak.
Deer-Resistant Landscaping for Denver Yards
Got deer? If so, then you’ve no doubt dealt with the disappointment of them feasting on your fabulous foliage. As […]
Low-Maintenance Landscaping Ideas for Denver
Denver has always had a tricky climate of cold winters, hot summers, heavy rains, hail, and drought. The soil ranges […]
5 Worst Lawn Pests in Charlotte
The worst lawn pests in Charlotte are lawn grubs, fire ants, chinch bugs, mole crickets, and moles. Learn how to identify them.
5 Worst Trees to Plant in Charlotte
Charlotte’s tree canopy is one of the things that makes the Queen City so beautiful. But if you’re a homeowner […]