Everyone tosses around the words “green” and “sustainable” — but what do they actually mean, and why are they so important?
Most of the time, going green or sustainable involves taking steps to limit your environmental footprint. That could include recycling, carpooling, using solar power and even making your landscape more energy efficient.
We all know that feeling of turning something on, only to find out it isn’t working. It’s especially frustrating if you have no idea what’s wrong with it.
So if you turn on your sprinkler system and it isn't working right, you can try to troubleshoot the issue before it gets worse.
A broken or damaged sprinkler system can hike up your water bill and even damage your landscape and home if left unattended. So before summer gets into full swing, take the time to troubleshoot any potential irrigation problems.
Here are five things you should look for to figure out if your sprinkler system is faulty and needs repairs.
If you have a lawn, it needs regular mowing. And the clippings have to go somewhere.
Bagging clippings involves collecting the cut grass and either putting it in a compost bin or disposing of it in an approved yard waste container.
Or you can decide to mulch the clippings instead. Mulching means the grass clippings remain in the yard, where they decompose over time.
Mulching vs. bagging grass clippings: which is best? Here in Idaho, we need both methods.
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Imagine the glow of a fire warming your face as you chat with friends on a crisp fall evening. Or, what about enjoying the taste of roasted marshmallows as you tell stories around the flames?
The ways you can enjoy your backyard fire pit are pretty endless — if you have the right design, fire pit size, location and construction from the start, that is.
So before you start imagining all of the ways your fire pit will enhance your outdoor space, here are some important things you better think about first.
This guide covers everything you need to know about planning your perfect backyard fire pit, from safety tips to choosing the best material, and how to find the right team for installation.
You have the landscape design of your dreams all planned out, from the planting materials to the layout.
Now, it’s time to bring that vision to life so you can start enjoying your transformed outdoor space. But in between signing off on the stunning landscape design and sipping cocktails on your living area, things can get a bit messy — and that’s completely normal.
Instead of feeling horrified when you look out your window only to see dirt where your lawn once was, you need to understand what all goes on during the landscape construction process.
