Cut Stone Caps for a Curved Retaining Wall
Over the past few weeks, my dad and I have been measuring and cutting the top pieces for the stone garden border we finished last month. Because the stone walls are so curved and windy, it took a lot of time and preparation to cut stone caps to fit over the paver...
Stone Edging as a Landscape Border
Boosting curb appeal takes only a weekend or two with this great DIY stone edging solution for your landscape border. There are many types of stone edging, as well as other options like wood, concrete, rubber, and more! What’s the point of stone edging, or any...
Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry: a Tree for all Seasons
Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry is truly a tree for 4 seasons of interest. Blooms, berries, fall foliage and awesome bark make Autumn Brilliance a great choice for any small yard.
My front yard landscape plan this year & ideas for year-round color in your garden
I’ve spent the last few unseasonably cold weeks researching new plants to add to my front yard landscape plan. … trying to build it out from the house and add more texture!
Welcome guests with a simple “hello”.
A few weeks ago I purchased a new basic black mailbox. I’ve been procrastinating installing it, even though the old one is rusty and gross. This past weekend I thought about it, and realized that I haven’t put the new one up because it’s just too...I’m Amy and I help beginner gardeners design impressively beautiful gardens that bring color to your landscape all four seasons, show off your personality and suit your lifestyle. Read more...