The Outback Blog

One of the very first meetings you’ll have with your landscape designer or architect will include a discussion about how you’re going to use your outdoor space, what you spend your time doing in the landscape and how you envision spending time there.

And if you have children in your family or are thinking of having children, preparing your landscape for children involves some proper planning.

Kid friendly landscaping involving making special considerations for safety, maintenance, use and, of course, fun. Check out these great kid-friendly landscaping ideas and tips.

If you’re using that backyard squirrel as an emotional support animal every time you gaze out at your sad backyard, maybe it’s time to take action.

When you think about retaining walls, you probably imagine stacks of stones that contain parts of the landscape, prevent soil erosion and manage sloped terrain.

But, there are actually several other retaining wall ideas beyond those practical purposes. About 50 percent of the retaining walls we install into an Idaho landscape are out of necessity, while the other half are to add other elements.

Make the most of your backyard space with an outdoor kitchen you can use year round.

Outdoor kitchens are still one of the top outdoor living trends for the Idaho Falls area. They give you a place to prep food, grill and just enjoy being outside with friends and family.

But before you have your outdoor kitchen installed, you’ll need to figure out the features you want — from the materials to the appliances.

You have a lot of choices when it comes to hiring a landscape designer in Idaho Falls — and we think that’s a good thing.

That allows you to compare designers and proposals to see which one is the right fit for you.

Need help narrowing down your search? Here are tips on how to choose the best landscaping company for your Idaho Falls landscape.