Trees are our No. 1 weapon against climate change. That’s why the city of Dallas keeps tabs on the state of the urban forest. At last count, the city had 14.7 million trees, and its arborists encourage you to plant even more. The trees keep the city cooler, and that means […]
We love our trees for the beauty they add to the landscape and the value they add to the property. Sometimes it’s easy to take a big hardy tree for granted while we tend to lawn and garden, but even the sturdiest tree can fall victim to disease. If you […]
As the saying goes: “Good fences make good neighbors.” This is especially true when you have a pool in your yard. A little privacy goes a long way in making your yard and pool an oasis. But you don’t have to sacrifice aesthetics for utility. With some thought and planning, […]
The humid subtropical climate that makes Dallas such a great place for gardening enthusiasts, also makes it inviting to the bane of all gardeners – pests. “Big D” and its sprawling Metroplex get all the usual suspects when it comes to annoying and damaging insects. Texas A&M entomologist Dr. Michael […]
Dallas’s balmy weather is one reason it’s become home to millions of people. But the humid subtropical climate also attracts less than welcome residents – poisonous pests. There could be creatures in your yard – and even in your home – that can hurt you. Steve Chaney, a Texas A&M […]
Building a compost bin on your property has two benefits. First, it gives you a source of rich nutrition for your garden and flower beds. Second, it uses nature to recycle. But compost bins can attract pests — everything from maggots to mice. In fact, a compost pile literally crawls […]
Nature is on your side if you’re landscaping a yard in Dallas. The long growing season and the rich soil are friendly to gardeners. It’s just a matter of choosing the landscape elements that best flatter your outdoor space. Here are some of the hot landscaping trends in Dallas. Tree […]
The city of Dallas has a shady plan: It wants residents to plant trees. The Urban Forestry Management Plan aims to cool the city down by encouraging more trees. It’s a great way to mitigate the urban heat island effect that drives those triple-digit temperatures even higher in the summer. […]
Most homeowners inherit their lawns, and are bound to the grass-type that was planted there by the builders. However, if you’re feeling the itch to re-sod, you’ve got a nice clean slate to work with. A blank canvas. A wide open space ready for the grass-type of your choosing. Being a […]
After the hot Dallas summers, the cool brisk weather is more than welcome as fall is finally upon us. Along with pulling out fall decorations and apparel, comes the transitional period to take care of your homes outdoor space. There are a few things to do to make sure that you and […]