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March 23, 2023 | Design One | Blog
Spring is officially here, and with it come many lawn care and landscaping maintenance tasks. Putting off these tasks means inhibiting the overall health of your lawn, which impacts its appearance and, in some cases, your property’s overall value. To avoid issues later on in the year, we recommend adding these tasks to your landscape […]
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March 23, 2023 | Design One | Blog
Hardscape is any element constructed from man-made, natural, and non-living materials and can include everything from decks and walks to planter boxes and water features. Comparatively, softscapes refer to any living elements, including plants, trees, vines, and grass. When executed successfully, hardscape and softscape features can work together to create beautiful, interesting landscapes. Whether you’re […]
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January 31, 2023 | Design One | Blog
Picture this—you’re looking for parking spots as you drive your car. You see two parking lots available. One has just been freshly plowed, while the other is piled with snow. Which one are you more likely to park in? Similarly, if you have to park on the street, are you more likely to park in […]
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January 24, 2023 | Design One | Blog
Your landscaping not only impacts your curb appeal but also leaves an impression on your customers. Poorly designed and/or maintained landscapes may signal to potential customers that you don’t care and could also affect your property value. In extreme cases, a poorly designed or unmaintained landscape can also make it hazardous for customers to navigate, […]
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January 3, 2023 | Design One | Blog
Although winter can bring a beautiful, snowy landscape, the cold means that most plant life is gone for the year. And no plants and flowers paired with brown grass make for a bleak, depressing yard. As a property owner, you may even wish for snow to cover up the dreariness of your landscape. If you’re […]
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November 29, 2022 | Design One | Blog
Does your backyard seem a little empty? Are you looking for a way to make your front yard stand out among the rest of your neighborhood? If you answered “yes,” to both of these questions, hardscaping might be the perfect solution for you. Hardscaping involves the precise arrangement of non-living elements on your property, and […]
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November 22, 2022 | Design One | Blog
Many homeowners dream of starting hardscaping projects but often become too overwhelmed during the planning process. There are many factors to consider during the planning stage, including location, materials for the project, what type of elements to incorporate, how to ensure that new elements complement the current landscape, and, more importantly, when to start a […]
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November 2, 2022 | Design One | Blog
Adding rocks to your landscape is not only easy, but can also naturally enhance and beautify your landscape. Landscaping rocks are also easy to maintain, not as susceptible to general wear and tear, and can provide some functional benefits, including drainage and pest prevention. Rocks also come in many sizes and colors, making them one […]
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November 2, 2022 | Design One | Blog
Although winterizing your landscape may seem like a yearly hassle, neglecting this task could introduce newer issues come spring. Whether you have an irrigation system, hardscaping, or a few garden beds, a good winterization plan can help prevent burst lines, stunted growth, cracks in concrete and stone, and so much more. Your winterization plan will […]
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November 1, 2022 | Design One | Blog
Sometimes lawns don’t grow as vigorously as they should, even with feeding and watering. Along with thick thatch, compacted soil can prevent water and nutrients from reaching the roots that keep your lawn healthy. In fact, as little as one-fourth of an inch of compacted soil can limit your lawn’s growth and weaken it. Lawn […]
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