Great Big Home & Garden Show Nothing says “it’s time to get to work” like attending the Great Big Home & Garden Show. Attendees from across Northeast Ohio swarmed to the Cleveland I-X Center February 4-13 to meet with vendors and get inspiration for upcoming...
Is your new construction lot ready to “go green?” Does your lackluster lawn need a bit of love? Now’s the time to talk about how to turn your turf (or lack thereof) into a green oasis. Making the right decision between grass seed vs sod starts with knowing your soil....
Are You Underwatering—or Worse— Overwatering Your Lawn?The secret to a lush green lawn is to make sure your grass is getting just the right amount of water. What’s challenging is that the “right amount” of water differs from lawn to lawn. The type of soil, climate,...
When you think about creating your perfect backyard, what images come to mind? Start there and then consider how you and your family may want to use the space. Do you want a place for your kids to run around and play? Will you be hosting gatherings of friends and...
With the leaves starting so late this year, we are adjusting our plans to finish the year. You can read the article to the left about our leaf plan but that is not all that’s affected. With the warmer temperatures we have been experiencing, the grass has not slowed...
Whether you’re born with a green thumb, or you’re a gardening novice, we’ve all experienced disappointing flowers. They fell victim to drought, frost or pests, and the defeat convinced you to choose a far more reliable variety in the future. Luckily, there’s a...
Enjoying summer with a backyard pool is certainly a memorable experience. A well designed and landscaped backyard oasis, however, can be magical. Inground pool landscaping offers homeowners the ability to transport themselves to the tropics as well as increase the...
Nobody loves sitting water in the yard. Whether it’s a result of compact/clay subsoil, a sloping landscape, or seasonal rain, poorly drained soil can lead to a muddy aesthetic issue. Or worse: it can create foundation issues within your home. Planting is a smart way...
Backyard landscape design offers homeowners the opportunity to create a personal oasis, entertainment space, kids play area, or all three combined. As exciting as it may be to take on a makeover project, there are plenty of factors to weigh before you start digging...
That is the question! Typically, in November, we like to give you dates for the upcoming show and announce the theme of our garden. But this year is different. COVID has brought so many challenges and changes to our everyday lives, and the Home Show has not gone...
