9 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Installing a Retaining Wall
Originally posted in 2023; updated in 2026 Retaining walls offer a beautiful way to add a sense of structure and intention to your landscape. You may be considering having one […]
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Maximize Your Outdoor Kitchen Design for Memorable Spring Gatherings
Spring is just around the corner, although in many parts of the country, it seems to have arrived unseasonably early! There’s nothing like melting snow, warmer temps, and birds singing […]
6 Steps To Planning Your Spring Patio Renovation or Build
A patio can add both beauty and function to your home. It gives you a place to gather outdoors with loved ones or simply enjoy a quiet moment among the […]
Green Thumb’s Guide: Tips for Bringing Plants Inside for the Winter
If you’re a plant-mom or plant-dad in Minnesota, you’ve probably heard of the term “winterization”, especially in the context of your garden. For those plants that must stay outside, winterization […]
Which Retaining Wall Is Best For My Yard?
If you’re considering adding a retaining wall to your yard, there are a wide variety of materials and styles to choose from, and it can be difficult to know which […]
10 Common Residential Landscaping Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
It’s that time of year—time to plan out your gardens and work on your home’s landscaping! As you make your plan, watch for these 10 common residential landscaping mistakes. Avoiding […]
Top Ways to Jump-Start Your Garden this Spring
For many of us, spring means one thing: the beginning of gardening season! Those of us who love to dig in the dirt are just itching to get started on […]
Top 5 Landscaping Trends of 2019
In a recent survey conducted by Bankrate, nearly half of Americans didn’t take a vacation in 2018. This is attributed to the cost of vacationing, family obligations and the inability […]
Top 10 Reasons You Shouldn’t Hire a Landscaper
Landscaping. Ugh. (insert heavy sigh here) Just the sound of the word makes you want to find the nearest chair, plop down into it and slump over a bit, right? […]
Paver Trends for Patios and Walkways
All you have to do is walk through the checkout line at your local grocery store to pick up tidbits on the latest interior design trends. Splattered across the covers […]