For many people, “landscape” is synonymous with “lawn.” But there’s no rule book that says your yard needs to be mostly grass. Or partly grass. Or even have any grass at all! You may prefer a yard where the kids can play baseball or the dog can chase a Frisbee….
Next time you’re in the mood to dine out, why not skip the reservation and dine out – literally – right in your own backyard? Whether you love grilled shrimp or cocktails al fresco, an outdoor kitchen is a fun, easy and gratifying way to take your indoor lifestyle outdoors….
Few things are as soothing as the sight and sounds of water. From the crashing ocean waves to the smoothest reflecting pool, humans are naturally drawn to water, and for some good reasons, too. Water has been shown to have healing powers for everything from anxiety to Alzheimer’s. And it’s…
It’s common for people to “bring the outside in” when it comes to their homes. From plants, to fresh flowers, reclaimed wood furniture, and natural stone, there are many ways to create an indoor space with a natural feel. But have you considered bringing the inside out? The same way…
Wedding season is almost upon us! As winter thaws to spring, brides await the big day and everyone from parents to wedding planners finalize the details of flowers, hors d’oeuvres and music. Whether you plan to celebrate a wedding in your back yard or want to use your home as…
If your yard spends much of the day in shade, you may despair of having a lush, beautiful landscape. You might be more familiar with dry, dusty patches of ground beneath trees where nothing seems to grow, or sparse areas of foliage that always seem to struggle to survive. But…
If you’ve got a koi pond, then you’ve got predators! Here in New Jersey, they can include herons, egrets, raccoons, opossums, and to a lesser extent skunks and cats. Koi are a living investment, but for many pond owners they also become part of the family as pets, as do…
Even though the daytime temperatures are still rooted firmly in winter here in New Jersey, it’s time to start thinking about that backyard pool you’ve always dreamed of. Summer isn’t far off, and in pool terms, it’s practically here. It can take anywhere from three to six months to plan,…
Spring is an exciting time of year for pond owners. Flowers begin to bloom and plants display new greenery. Koi come back to play after a quiet winter below the ice and frost, and it’s time to get those waterfalls going again to bubble and delight you all season long….
The word “landscape” may conjure visions of sprawling yards and expansive flowerbeds, but how often does it make you think of pots and planters? If you think of them at all, it’s probably as a bit of décor or a pleasing addition to your porch or patio. Yet containers can…
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