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How We Can All Help the Earth Heal

This week, The Washington Post ran an article entitled: “You - yes, you! - can help the planet. Start in your backyard.” We're sharing some of these ideas today. Creating Safe Habitats for [...]

By June Sullivan|September 8th, 2022|Categories: Environment Issues, Gardening, Landscape Planning, Landscaping, Lawns, Living Landscapes, Outdoor Living, outdoor maintenance, Plantings/Pondscapes, Seasonal Landscapes, Unique Ideas, Updating Landscape|Tags: attracting butterflies, attracting pollinators, Black Eyed Susan, Butterfly Bush, butterfly gardens, Butterfly Weed, earth day, Hicks Nurseries, hummingbirds, landscaping, plants that attract butterflies, safe havens for bees, safe havens for butterflies, safe havens for pollinators, seasonal plants|Comments Off

Add Some Color to your Labor Day Weekend Bash

It’s not too late for you to get a few pots of flowers or plants to brighten up your deck, patio, or pool area for Labor Day Weekend. Even if you’re not hosting a party [...]

By June Sullivan|September 1st, 2022|Categories: Backyard Escapes, Backyard Refurbishments, Deck and Patios, Family Fun, Fences, Gardening, Gift Ideas, Landscaping, Outdoor Living, outdoor maintenance, Patios & Decks, Plants, pool decking, Seasonal Landscapes, Updating Landscape|Tags: Anemone Windflower -- or "Honorine Jobert, Aster, barbecues, Chelone Turtlehead, coneflowers, corporate parties, gardening in drought, hostess gifts, Labor Day parties, landscaping ideas, landscaping tips, outdoor entertaining, outdoor living, pool parties, Sedum Autumn Joy, summer movie parties|Comments Off

What Is the Perfect Outdoor Living Plan for Your Family?

As this outdoor living season begins to wind down after Labor Day, it is often a good time to take stock and plan for next year. And it is the job of professionals like Deck [...]