As temperatures drop, frost can take a toll on your landscape, damaging plants and even affecting hardscapes like patios, walkways, and retaining walls. Protecting your outdoor space from winter’s chill ensures your landscape stays healthy and beautiful year-round. Here’s how to safeguard both plants and hardscapes from frost damage. Protecting Plants from Frost 1. Cover …
Succulents are low-maintenance plants that thrive indoors, making them a popular choice for home decor. Here are some of the best types of succulents to consider for your home: 1. Echeveria 2. Jade Plant (Crassula ovata) 3. Aloe Vera 4. String of Pearls (Senecio rowleyanus) 5. Zebra Haworthia (Haworthiopsis fasciata) 6. Panda Plant (Kalanchoe tomentosa) …
Selecting the right plants for your garden or landscape can be both exciting and overwhelming. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you make informed decisions: 1. Define Your Goals 2. Understand Your Space 3. Assess Maintenance Levels 4. Budget and Resources 5. Explore Seasonal Interest 6. Consider Compatibility 7. Think About Wildlife 8. Do Your …
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Plants that look stunning in the snow often have striking shapes, vibrant colors, or evergreen qualities that contrast beautifully with the white landscape. Here are some plants that shine in snowy conditions: Evergreens Berry-Producing Plants Ornamental Grasses Trees with Unique Bark Flowering Plants with Winter Blooms Frost-Tolerant Perennials Tips for a Snowy Garden: These plants, …
Outdoor Plants for Winter Displays Indoor Plants for Winter Displays Tips for Displaying Winter Plants These plants, especially ones from Kiefer Landscaping, will make your winter displays vibrant and inviting!
Drying flowers and using them in crafts can add natural beauty to your projects, preserving special blooms or creating lasting decorations. Here’s a guide on drying flowers and some fun craft ideas to try. 1. Drying Methods for Flowers Air-Drying Pressing Flowers Using Silica Gel Microwave Drying with Silica Gel 2. Preparing Dried Flowers for …
Creating mosaic art in your yard can add unique character, color, and texture to outdoor spaces. Here’s a guide to making and incorporating art in your yard, whether on stepping stones, garden walls, or pots! 1. Choose Your Mosaic Surface 2. Select Mosaic Materials 3. Plan Your Design 4. Gather Tools and Supplies 5. Create …
Halloween is the perfect time to get creative and decorate your outdoors, but it’s important not to damage your landscape in the process. Here are some tips to help you keep your yard looking great while getting into the spooky spirit: 1. Use Lightweight, Non-Damaging Décor Choose decorations that won’t damage your plants, trees, or …
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Creating your own trellis or arbor can be a rewarding DIY project that adds beauty and functionality to your garden. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you build either a trellis or an arbor: 1. Building a Trellis Materials Needed: Step-by-Step Instructions: 2. Building an Arbor Materials Needed: Step-by-Step Instructions: Tips: With these steps, you …
Creating a unique stone pathway can transform your garden or outdoor space into a beautiful and functional area. Here are some creative ideas to make your stone pathway stand out: 1. Mix Different Stone Types and Sizes: 2. Incorporate Plants and Greenery: 3. Use Unusual Shapes and Patterns: 4. Add Lighting: 5. Create a Border: …
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