Have you ever wanted to grow your own veggies right in your backyard? Gardening is not only a fun hobby, but a great way to feed your family cheaply as well. You could buy tomatoes, cucumbers, and squash at the store and have to deal with high prices and pesticides, or you could grow them […]
Playground Fencing Options
A perimeter fence is an extremely important piece of any playground. If you’re building a playground at your school or church, you might be shopping around right now for the best type of fence to go around it. Or maybe your playground is already built and doesn’t have a fence. You’re probably wondering, “Should I […]
Plants that Thrive in Summer Heat
Summer is one of our favorite times of year, but it can be tough on the garden. Many plants peak in the spring right as warmer temperatures start to show up, but by late May or June, the long days of hot sunlight can cause them to wilt and die. But don’t worry– you can still […]
Deciding Between Mulch, Pine Straw, & Rocks
Landscaping involves a lot of creative decisions. What types of flowers will you use? Will you plant trees or not? Perhaps one of the more difficult choices is the one between traditional mulches and nontraditional ones. While mulch and pine straw are frequently used as fillers for flower beds and gardens, many gardeners are choosing […]
Tips for an Allergy Friendly Backyard
Spring is officially in the air, and for many of us, that means evenings spent outside in our yards. Unfortunately, the arrival of spring also signals the arrival of another less pleasant time of year– allergy season. Some of us suffer more than others, but most of us will experience at least a few symptoms […]
Backyard Wedding Decor
Beautiful landscaping, the presence of family and friends, and a whole lifetime of happy memories– your backyard has all of this to offer, and you just can’t beat it as a location for your wedding day. This intimate setting is the perfect place for a day you’ll never forget. If you’ve decided to say “I […]
Keeping Animals Out of the Pool Area
Summer will be here before you know it! With warmer temps and longer days, many of us will be going poolside for fun with the whole family. Unfortunately, there’s one family member that might be better off away from the water: the family pet. Our dogs enjoy a swim as much as the rest of […]
Different Types of Wood Fence
When you think about a wooden fence, you probably have a singular image that comes to mind. You may not even know that there are actually several different varieties of wood fences, and each one is unique. The difference lies primarily in the way the wood in each style is put together. As you begin […]
Renting a Fence for Construction Sites
Due to moving equipment, hazardous materials, unsafe grounds, and other conditions, most construction sites erect temporary fences around the perimeter of the sites for the duration of their project. This ensures that passersby will not be injured in an accident and also protects the site from potential vandals as well as stray dogs and other […]
Creating a Dog Friendly Yard
There’s nothing quite like playing with your dog in a luscious backyard. If you’re planning on introducing your pup to the great outdoors, whether for occasional ventures or as a permanent living space, you will want to take a few precautionary measures to ensure that your yard is safe for man’s best friend. Dog-proofing your […]

