If I've been to your house you probably know that I'm not a plant disease and pathology expert. Outside of a narrow range of issues I've …
Science Wednesday! Why do we use mulch?
Every spring I'm treated to the wafting aroma of fresh mulch as I take Bonnie on her twice-daily walks. To me, mulch smells like money but I …
How much does a water feature cost?
Who doesn't love running water in the landscape? From a delicately bubbling fountain to an impressive waterfall crashing several feet down …
Science Wednesday! Dyed mulch vs natural: which is better?
There are natural mulches on the market and there are dyed mulches. Which are better? Is there a health risk with dyed mulch? These are all …
Designs for a sloped yard to make it easier to maintain (and fun to look at!)
HGTV, the internet, and numerous other entertainment and information sources have made people much more aware of what's possible in the …
The best landscape patio & paving choices – what’s new?
Walking and standing in mud is kind of a bummer, so centuries ago people got the idea to lay stones on the ground and stand on those. …
Why your landscape contractor says “We can’t do that for you.”
What's interesting is that I've heard several homeowners complain this week that they've been calling around and can't find anyone to do …
Best summer drinks
I may grump and grouse and complain about Virginia's heat and humidity (though that's stopping this year) but nothing's going to keep me out …
Tree peonies and herbaceous peonies and intersectionals, oh my!
Normally I'm really hardcore when it comes to road trips. We pull out of the driveway and we don't stop till we reach the destination, with …