Landscape Design: 3 Reasons to Add Hardscaping

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New England weather can be very unpredictable, and the season only lasts a few months. We love to cram in all the fun outdoor activities into 3 months and with a fully landscaped and hardscaped backyard, that won’t be hard to accomplish. You can utilize the space to roast marshmallows over the firepit, set up an outdoor television for movie nights, and have social gatherings in your backyard to enjoy the pool or another water feature you might have. If you are having trouble deciding whether or not adding hardscape is a good idea, here are some reasons you should consider having it.

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Getting Ready for Spring Landscaping

Tools for Spring LandscapingSpring is a time of rebirth. This year, could it be the rebirth of your outdoor property? After months of dreary winter landscapes, you might be ready to charge into spring landscaping. Not so fast! Regardless of your motivations, from increasing curb appeal to increasing your home’s useable living space, it’s time to plan ahead before you spring ahead. Here are three major areas you should look at before you break ground this spring. [Read more…]