September 30, 2021 | designone | Blog
Creating Depth by Layering Plants and Hardscape Features Creating a beautiful garden is no small task, but it isn’t as tricky as it sounds. Landscape layering, which encourages gardeners to mix and match plants strategically to produce an organic layout, is a simple design principle that helps amateur landscapers achieve their dream scenery. If you’re […]
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September 30, 2021 | designone | Blog
If you want your garden to really make a statement, consider committing to four-season planting. Though planning for four seasons requires more work, the payoff is a landscape that never looks bare or spotty when the seasons change. How To Create a Four-Season Garden Choose Regional Favorites Choosing plants that flourish in your region’s particular […]
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September 2, 2021 | designone | Blog
Retaining walls are some of the best multi-purpose features you can install in your yard. They offer practical benefits, such as maintaining the structural integrity of collapsing or eroding sections of earth and acting as dividers between different parts of your lawn or garden. Despite their sturdy construction, however, retaining walls often develop sustainability issues […]
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August 27, 2021 | designone | Blog
When the days grow shorter and the nights become cooler, there’s nothing like a cozy gathering by the fire to cure those winter blues. For some, this means retreating indoors to the comfort of a fireplace, but outdoor fire features make it easier for nature-lovers to spend more of the year outside. Why Add a […]
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August 24, 2021 | designone | Blog
Determining the best time of year to redesign your landscaping is crucial to a successful growing season. Planting at the wrong time can lead to dead plants and dry grass, turning your beautiful green scenery brown. Although many people believe spring is the best time for planting, landscapes thrive when installed during the late summer […]
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August 24, 2021 | designone | Blog
Whether you just want to liven up your front yard or you’re ready to put your house on the market, enhancing your curb appeal is a vital first step. In addition to looking good, a beautiful front yard can bring in more potential buyers and even increase the value of your home. Though there are […]
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August 1, 2021 | designone | Blog
When choosing gravel or rock for your landscaping, it’s hard to know which option will do the job you want it to while looking the best for the longest amount of time. How can you tell which gravel or landscaping rock will work with your plants or with your kids and pets? Most importantly, how […]
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August 1, 2021 | designone | Blog
When redesigning your outdoor oasis, natural stone can be a beautiful option that lasts for years to come. Taking advantage of the great variation in the material, our professional landscapers use different kinds and cuts of natural stones for a variety of creative outdoor design projects. Steps One way to make natural stone a focal […]
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July 1, 2021 | designone | Blog
Because of the changing seasons, landscaping can feel like never-ending work in Michigan. Mulch is a common denominator during all the preparations you might make throughout each season. So, how do you know which one to buy and how to use it? You’ll find the answers to everything you need in our buyers’ guide: evaluating […]
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July 1, 2021 | designone | Blog
A backyard patio is a place to gather with friends and family and spend time together when conditions outdoors allow it. Homeowners are increasingly looking to continue the indoor living environment in their outdoor living design. Your patio installation doesn’t have to be identical to the interior design, but it should complement it in some […]
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