A lush, green lawn can really transform your home. If you’re trying to grow grass for the first time on a plot of soil, or if you’re trying to improve what’s already in your yard, you need these helpful tips for maximizing grass growth. Check Your Soil All soil is not created equal. In order […]
Gardening Accidents to Avoid
Gardening is a pastime that many take up to relax, unwind, and enjoy nature in a calm way. So it might sound strange to hear that there are many gardening accidents that occur each year. Some of these are simple, like over-watering plants, while others are actually dangerous and can get you hurt if you […]
Landscaping on a Budget
Decorating your yard for the spring is a fun and rewarding pastime, but it can also make a big impact on your wallet. Fortunately, you don’t have to be rolling in the dough to make your yard a spring sensation. Check out these creative ideas for landscaping your yard this spring. Don’t Over-Fertilize We often […]
Keeping Bugs Away from your Backyard
We all love the summer, but along with its long days and warm nights come some not-so-pleasant things like gnats, mosquitoes, and other pesky bugs. It can really put a damper on your mood if you can’t enjoy your backyard without constantly swatting bugs out of your face. Fortunately, there are some steps that you […]
Tailgating in your Backyard
Who’s ready for the big game? I know we are; it’s the last and most exciting game of the season! This is the game that the whole entire season has been building up to and what a better way to spice up a football game than a tailgate.The perfect place to tailgate for the game […]
Your Guide to Spring Gardening
It may be winter now, but spring will be here before you know it. If you love gardening, chances are you’re itching to get back into your hobby after a long winter. Before you kick things off, though, it pays to do some planning. Check out these tips. Clean Your Space Before you get started […]
Plants Native to South Georgia (You can Grow These Yourself!)
Georgia native plants include all the major plant groups that gardeners love to grow. These include orchids, palms, ornamental grasses, wildflowers, and even carnivorous plants. To grow these plants successfully, one must carefully simulate their native growing environments, giving special consideration to sunlight requirements, soil types and moisture levels. How lucky for you to live […]
Things to Consider When Building Your Home
Congratulations! You’ve decided to build the home of your dreams. Now that you’ve committed to taking the plunge, you get to do all the fun stuff, like working with your architect to design the house exactly the way you want it. Before you go in to meet with the pros, it’s important that you have […]
4 Simple Safety Tips for Georgia Homeowners
Your home’s security is about much more than just keeping your physical possessions or the building from damage. A stolen television can be replaced, but the trauma of such an event could be lifelong. Your house is where you and your family lives, relaxes, celebrates holidays, sleeps, and most of all- should feel safe. If you […]
Keeping Your Pets & Plants Warm During the Winter
We’re seeing our first cold snap of the year, and like usual with our unpredictable weather, it caught a lot of us off guard! While you’re taking precautions to keep your family bundled up, don’t forget about your animals and plants during this chilly time. It doesn’t take much to make sure that everyone in […]