Pools and landscaping go together like summer and ice cream. And there are just as many options for pool landscaping as there are flavors of frozen treats! All those possibilities can feel overwhelming and lead to questions, like: Is it necessary to have the pool and...
Love the calm, peaceful feeling of being near water? Think a water feature in your yard would be great but don’t want the upkeep of a swimming pool? Want to increase your home’s value with natural-looking outdoor upgrades that lower your stress levels and drown out...
Does a pool increase home value? Does professional landscaping add value to your home? What about other outdoor upgrades, like a fire pit or a deck? If you’re considering leveling up your backyard, these questions have most likely crossed your mind. After all,...
Think luxurious pool add-ons like a waterfall are only for five star hotels and six-figure mansions? Think again! The pros at Brothers Grimm Landscaping & Design Co. are your hookup for all the sumptuous details that elevate pool design in residential settings. If...
Incorporate Pool Landscaping Into Your Backyard Experience A pool is just the beginning of a backyard oasis. The elements around the pool make the experience more luxurious and truly bring the space to life. Whether you’ve got your pool and want to take it to the next...
Top 5 Beautiful Backyard Plants Summer is in full bloom! The sun is shining, the birds are chirping, and the grass needs to be mowed again. It’s not too late to get new and interesting shrubs and other flowering plants into your landscape design for this season....
It’s spring! The flowers are blooming, the temps are rising, and it’s time to get your lawn ready for summer. That’s right – if you want a lush, green lawn this summer start working on it now. From tune-ups and trimming to aerating and fertilizing, we’ve got your list...
Create Your Backyard Oasis Before Fall 2023 If you’re thinking about creating the backyard oasis of your dreams, it’s time to get on the Brother Grimm pool and landscape design schedule! We are booked on new projects for the 2022 season and are already scheduling into...
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....
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
We are gearing up to start our aeration and overseeding this year. Our plan is to be coming through the week of September 11th. If you haven’t already done so but would like to call us about being put on the route this year, there is still time. This year we are going...
