Forgetting about fall and even winter landscaping can be a big mistake that leaves your green space in disarray in the spring. Here are the late-season landscaping mistakes you should avoid, along with some practical tips about what you should do. Forgetting Fall Lawn Care After your last mow of the lawn, it could still […]
Read MoreThe home building industry has embraced green methods in leaps and bounds. Although every aspect of the home has been addressed, many homeowners overlook their outdoor space. While the interior of your home and the materials used seem a logical place to start, the exterior of your home can also benefit from eco-friendly options. From […]
Read MorePool landscaping really elevates the look of your backyard. It integrates the pool into the rest of the space, as well as adding colour, texture, and scent. The right plants can also make your pool a more private space. However, you shouldn’t place just any plants by the pool, as some can make cleaning the […]
Read MoreBees and butterflies are delightful visitors to a garden, and not just because they are beautiful and fascinating to watch. We need bees and butterflies to pollinate our plants for food production. Growing a garden that can support natural pollinators will also boost the health of your local environment and increase biodiversity. So, which plants […]
Read MoreIt’s no secret that the landscaping in your front yard says a lot. It shows the level of care you put in as a homeowner, it helps your house stand out from others in your neighbourhood and it can boost the resale and intrinsic value of your home. When the aesthetic of your front yard […]
Read MoreLEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is an internationally recognized green building certification system. It provides third-party verification that best practices were used during the building process designed to improve performance. It can be applied to all building types whether they are commercial or residential. LEED Certification affects all stages of the building process […]
Read MoreDid you know that an appealing, well-managed outdoor space can add up to 15%the overall value of your home? Whether your yard is a blank slate, or just in need of a spruce up and a bit of maintenance, putting in some time and effort can pay off in the long run. Undergoing some outdoor […]
Read MoreMetropolitan areas, like Toronto, get hotter in the summer because they are urban heat islands. An urban heat island is created in places where there are a large number of people, asphalt, cars, buses and trains. Where you have a lot of buildings, people and activity in an enclosed urban center the heat doesn’t have […]
Read MoreChallenge spawns creativity, and in urban landscape design there’s lots of opportunity for creativity. New trends in urban design seek to push out the sights, smells, and sounds of the city that encroach on your outdoor space. Other urban designs work with these elements. Here are a few suggestions to spark your imagination. Weathered Steel […]
Read MoreSometimes in life, more of something isn’t always better. This can be especially true for yard size. Owning a larger yard generally means more work, energy and money need to go into maintaining it. A smaller yard actually offers a variety of benefits. Namely, a small yard is less expensive to add landscaping to and […]
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