Low-maintenance landscaping doesn’t mean “no maintenance.” “There is always some maintenance, and some plants will eventually spread but maybe at a slower rate,” says J.T. Benitez. He serves as Butler County extension educator for Agriculture & Natural Resources, The Ohio State University Extension. Sometimes by removing and dividing some plants […]
When you’re creating your pool landscape, you want a welcoming watery oasis. Start by choosing plants and features that add color, texture, and some privacy to your yard. Strive for a low-maintenance, no-mess landscape. This way, you can spend more time swimming and less time taking care of what surrounds […]
American white ibis. Evening bat. Nine-banded armadillo. Osceola turkey. These are four examples of the diverse wildlife native to the Tampa Bay-St. Petersburg area. But wildlife in Florida has been fighting a losing battle to human development, and urban growth is pushing out more wild animals. You can help by […]
San Antonio’s long hot summers make it an ideal city for backyard pools – and there are plenty of them. It’s also the ideal place to landscape around your pool to make it a veritable paradise. Backyard oases range from modest above-ground pools to elaborate in-ground havens. Because it’s a […]
Landscaping serves different purposes for property owners. Strategically selected features can provide beauty, privacy, and protection. If done right, they can also help you block out noise. While you can’t cut all the noise coming from busy roads or densely populated neighborhoods, landscaping can help. Noise-Blocking Plants Did you know […]
For the past 42 years, Martha Wassermann has created landscaping designs for her clients. “There is almost no situation for which I cannot think of a starting point upon which to build a creative solution or two,” she says. She owns Martha Wassermann Professional Landscape Design & Services, Cincinnati. Part […]
Taking photos of your front and back yards and then printing them out can give you a beginning to landscaping for four seasons in the Columbus area. “I’m a visual person. By taking the photos, you can start growing ideas,” says Lori Swihart, program coordinator for the Master Gardener Volunteers, […]
Homeowners continue to be interested in creating backyards for comfort, fun, and relaxation. The area becomes a family gathering space or a place where they can enjoy wine by a fire with friends, says Jesse Van Walsen, sales and designer at Landscapes by Terra, Marysville, Ohio. “Other areas they are […]
Richmond homeowners are looking to spice up their outdoor spaces with much more than grass. “The green, perfect lawn is passe,” says Kathy Brooks, owner of Bloomin’ Gardens in Richmond. It’s a drain on the environment and takes a lot of upkeep. Her clients are starting to notice, and they’re […]
Winter is actually one of Garrett Dienno’s favorite times of the year in the garden. “It really lets you examine the structure and bare-bones of the landscape,” says Dienno, florist at Smale Riverfront Park, Cincinnati. “It’s far easier to create a fantastic garden when the foundation is solid and visually interesting […]