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Choosing Between a Flagstone Patio or Paver Patio? Which Is Right for You?

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Chester Springs flagstone patio and fire pit. Installing a patio in Pottstown, Gilbertsville, Chester Springs, Malvern or nearby communities is not only exciting in that it adds beautiful outdoor living space to your yard but at the same time, it can increase your property’s value. However, making this decision requires you to choose what materials […]

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Perennial Plant of the Year for 2022 – Easy Care, Little Bluestem Ornamental Grass

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There are many cultivars of Little Bluestem. This one is Prairie Winds ‘Blue Paradise’ . Photo courtesy of Proven Winners The Perennial Plant Association (PPA) selects a different plant each year based on meeting certain criteria, including low maintenance needs, adaptability to a wide range of climates, pest and disease resistance, multiple seasons of interest

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A Dwarf Arborvitae for Small Gardens – Tater Tot Arborvitae

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Tater Tot Arborvitae. Photo: Proven Winners The Tater Tot Arborvitae is a great addition to any garden for lots of reasons.  Typically when you hear the word arborvitae, you think of a tall, narrow hedge type evergreen that’s often used for creating privacy….but not this irresistibly cute arborvitae.  Tater Tot only gets about 18” tall

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How to Plan for the Perfect Patio Design for Your Family

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Patio space in Phoenixville accommodates room for conversation and a bar. You’ve made the decision to add a patio to your yard.  Congratulations!  Now it’s time to start thinking about the specifics such as size, location, style, shape, materials, budget and patio additions or amenities. Yes, there’s a lot to consider but don’t feel overwhelmed. 

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How to Landscape a Sloped Yard for Your Pottstown, Douglassville or Chester Springs Home

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It’s not unusual for properties in the Pottstown, Douglassville and Chester Springs  areas to have a sloping terrain.  A steep incline at first seems somewhat intimidating to landscape but with careful planning, there are options that are aesthetically appealing and at the same time functional. Whitehouse Landscaping has transformed many hilly properties over the years,  

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Landscape Design Case Study in Elverson, PA: A Backyard/Front Yard Transformation (with Before and After Photos)

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Front Yard ‘Before’ in Elverson, PA Date:  Summer of 2021 Location: Elverson, PA Categories: 2D Design, Landscaping, Walkway, Retaining Wall, Hardscaping, Patio Products/Materials:  Techo Bloc Blu 60, Techo Bloc Mini-Creta, Techo Bloc Portofino Caps Overview Our client had recently purchased this home in Elverson, PA and was sold on the home and location because of

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4 Best Landscaping Tips to Help Sell Your Home in Collegeville or Phoenixville, PA

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By properly edging, mulching and planting flowers your landscape beds will increase your curb appeal a lot. If you’re thinking about selling your home now or at some point later, your initial emphasis is to stage their inside of your home.   However, outside curb appeal is the first thing a potential buyer sees.  Poor curb

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Backyard Landscaping Ideas for Your Pottstown, PA Home

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After being cooped up inside 6 months of the year, we’ll all anxious to spend our warmer months outdoors in our backyard.  It’s then natural to want to create a backyard that you want to spend time in!  There are lots of different backyard ideas that you can incorporate and usually one or two that

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All about Hydrangeas and Choosing One for Your Yard

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‘Limelight’ Hydrangea paniculata. The best-selling panicle hydrangea in history. Photo Credit: Proven Winners Hydrangeas are easy to grow and maintain and make beautiful additions to your Montgomery, Chester or Berks County, PA landscape.  They come in a variety of colors, sizes and shapes.  Hydrangeas are deciduous which means they drop their leaves in winter.   Some

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How Landscapers Near Me Create Stunning Backyards in Spring City and Chester Springs, PA

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Designing and building your dream backyard can completely change the ambiance of your entire home.  Design Build landscaping companies offer a wide variety of amazing features that can transform a boring backyard into an amazing ‘outdoor living space’.  Hardscape features include patios, retaining and seating walls, outdoor lighting, fire pits, and more.  Landscape features (also

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