Why Every Yard Needs a Rain Garden (and How to Start One!)
You might have spotted a new trend popping up in your neighborhood—stunning, biodiverse gardens filled with native grasses, plants, shrubs, and even small trees thoughtfully arranged in compact spaces. While […]
Winter Care Essentials for Trees and Shrubs in Minnesota
No matter which part of Minnesota you call home, you’re well aware of how harsh the winters can be. With average temperatures ranging from 15 to 25°F and snowfall accumulating […]
Backyard Birdwatching: Attracting Feathered Friends This Winter
As the new year begins, Minnesotans everywhere are lamenting the mild winter. With little-to-no snow throughout most of the state, many of our favorite activities—cross country-skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, and building […]
Growing Ideas: Our Top Landscaping Blog Posts of 2024
It’s been another incredible year at McDonough Landscaping, and we feel so blessed to have such an outstanding team and the best clients anyone could ask for! As we’ve been […]
The Magic of Winter Outdoor Lighting
If you’ve lived in “the land of the frozen chosen” for any length of time, you’ve probably learned that embracing the season is the best approach to thriving through the […]
Fall Foliage and Outdoor Fire Features: A Match Made in Heaven
In recent years, the Danish word hygge (pronounced “huga”) has made its way into mainstream vernacular. While it has many definitions, hygge encompasses the idea of enjoying cozy, simple pleasures […]
10 Ways To Boost Your Home’s Fall Curb Appeal
As summer fades into fall, the exterior of your home can begin to look a little stale. Freshen up your home and boost your fall curb appeal with these tips.
The Ultimate Winter Prep Checklist to Tackle This Fall!
Shorter days, cooler evenings, and some tinges of yellow and orange in the treetops can only mean one thing—fall is just around the corner. If we’re unprepared, it’s easy to […]
Eco-Friendly Lawn Care: Tips for a Greener, Healthier Yard
We put considerable effort into planning our gardens. What plants should we add this year? What needs pruning or dividing? Do our gardens need to be fertilized? How will we […]
Make a Splash This Summer: Create a Relaxing Retreat With Water Features!
As humans, we’re drawn to water. If you’ve ever heard of Blue Mind Theory, you know that being in and around water increases our dopamine, serotonin, and oxytocin levels, which […]