Hillside Landscaping IdeasFive tips for landscaping a slope Maureen Gilmer Take up slope as gently as possible in order to limit soil disturbance and retain the natural form of the hillside. This ornamental grass can grow on a steeper slope because it is not mowed. Because Leptospermum lavaega...
Create a Multi-Tiered Terrace on Your Sloped Backyard A sloped yard can be a unique challenge, but it also offers a great opportunity for creative design. Consider transforming your slope into several leveled terraces to make full use of the space. Durable wall products like Pisa™ or the ...
Before you start digging, you’ll need to have a plan in mind. Start with these 4 steps:Outline: Start with a rough sketch of your property or area to be worked on. This doesn’t have to be to scale at this point, but should include any permanent features such as your house, shed...
They will look welcoming when you take a well-rounded approach. Create a solid path down the center edges where possible. This would provide visitors with a clear entrance to your home. Cottage Garden Landscaping Ideas If you’re short on space, turn your front lawn into a flower and plant...
Perhaps your property is on a slope. This should be an important design consideration. Pool designs, paving materials, fencing, etc. are all designed together for a beautiful and cohesive pool project. Patio Designs I love designing patios. There are so many options and I have many creative ...
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The first step in creating a beautiful outdoor environment is to develop the plan - THE LANDSCAPE DESIGN.Whether your project is large or small, simple or complex, a plan keeps you on track and saves you money. Landscaping is an investment in your property that grows more valuable each year...
When working on a slope prone to eroding, we often include both plants and other erosion control techniques to keep the soil structure intact until the plants establish themselves. Plants that are excellent at preventing erosion have a few distinguishing features.Fibrous root systemshelp stabilize the...
I had a lot of damage to my landscaping from the tornado of June 2014, and so I've been putting in a lot of new things. I can depend on Erik to work with me and respect my likes and dislikes. He is very conscious of budget and provides a lot of service for the money. He is...
An introductory meeting allowed residents to discuss community problems, initiating a discussion to identify flood vulnerable areas. At a second meeting, students presented site analyses; feedback on this presentation provided insight, identified unseen conditions, and generated ideas for future urban ...