Walkways should be a minimum width of four feet The path to the front door should welcome guests and suggest the peaceful, cozy environment that lies inside. Many walkways are the narrow “builder installed walkways” that lack aesthetic appeal. Since most company arrives in pairs, a wider sidewalk allows two people to walk side by […]
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Wild Rose Heuchera. Photo credit: Proven Winners Marsala is the Pantone’s Choice for 2015 The Pantone people describe Marsala as: “A naturally robust, earthy wine red enriching our minds, bodies and souls.” We’re not normally aware of Pantone’s choices since we’re really not into fashion and home interiors. But shrubs and trees of this color
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Each year we see an increase in homeowners wanting a custom-designed outdoor living space created just for them! Some want to entertain in style, others want to create a relaxing retreat for the family to enjoy. But whatever their vision is, the goal is to maximize outdoor living space. We see 4 specific trends. Consider
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A path integrates the front yard and backyard Side yards are often overlooked by homeowners. It’s one of the most underutilized areas in home properties. What you usually see are fences or evergreen screens to create privacy and mark your property line or they become a place for storing excess garden supplies, compost bins or
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Read about tackling a front yard renovation and the value of 3-D design in our January E-newsletter. http://us4.campaign-archive2.com/?u=1cee7e042939ae09c460753f8&id=dcdd33e9ab&e=5676aff224
Paver Patio in Downingtown, PA Pavers add a look of elegance but are also tough and durable If you’re thinking about replacing or adding a patio or walkway that will add ambiance to your home without sacrificing durability, consider interlocking pavers. Pavers are extremely durable and require little maintenance to maintain their beauty. When it
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Know 5 easy steps for transforming your front yard. Has your front yard lost its curb appeal? Have the shrubs that the builder planted long ago block your window views? Did you inherit unhappy shrubbery or simply just not your style? For some reason, many homes have trees and shrubs that have outgrown their area.
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3-D Landscape Design The size of your outdoor project determines the type of design. Are you contemplating a new outdoor living area? Some people find it hard to visualize their new renovation if the proposal consists of a sketch or drawing of the outdoor space. However, 3D Landscape Design helps clients visualize the completed project
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Learn the pros and cons of a patio installation in winter. When the temperatures drop in Montgomery County and snow is inevitable, most Collegeville and nearby homeowners put off their backyard patio project until spring. People don’t think it’s a possibility, but we have installed patios throughout the winter with great success. By installing a
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Knowing two key tips will help you find a qualified landscaper. The challenge for someone typing in Landscaping Contractors in Gilbertsville PA or Landscaping Contractors in Collegeville PA or any other given area is that there is no clear standard for evaluating which contractor is qualified when searching on the internet. Googling Landscaping Companies Gilbertsville
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Create a new bed using the smothering method of removing grass. Sod removal is easy with this non toxic method If you have been thinking about turning a grassy area into a new garden bed, you first have to remove the grass. There are different techniques to accomplish this goal. Digging out your lawn is
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Don’t worry! Needle loss is a yearly occurrence. The fall season means cooler temperatures and it’s very typical for older needles on the inside of conifers, spruce and fir trees to turn yellow or brown and eventually drop off. It is most noticeable on pine trees. Pines have such an open texture and the
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