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  How to Care for New Sod: 5 FAQs Answered When it's time to install new sod, there are a few things to keep in mind when it comes to the best way to ensure your new lawn is able to flourish. From moisture to aeration, our experts answer your most frequently asked questions about new sod maintenance and weigh in on various techniques that are proven to help your yard stay lush and beautiful for years to come. How much should I water new sod? Consistent watering is the... Read More
  Posted by Jesse Wisley at Wednesday, October 10, 2018
  A Guide to Planting in the MidSouth
  Do you have a black thumb? Are you a gardening newbie? Our 2018 guide to planting in the MidSouth will make sure that you have a garden that your neighbors will be envious of. You too can have a lush flower bed, filled with beautiful flowers and shrubs that will make your home worthy of a cover on Better Homes and Gardens. Plants and Flowers Perfect for Growing in the MidSouth There are a number of plants and flowers that are perfectly suited for our area. Here are a few of our... Read More
  Posted by Jesse Wisley at Thursday, June 14, 2018
  7 Ways to Tend Your Yard in the Summertime
  Summer is in full swing. Chances are you're spending some time outdoors this season. Here are our tips for keeping your yard looking great during the summer. How To Keep You Yard Beautiful in the Summer 1. Aerate Your Lawn In order to keep your lawn healthy and happy, you'll want to aerate it in the summertime. Aerating is the process of making small holes throughout your lawn to provide room for water and other nutrients to soak deep into the soil and layers... Read More
  Posted by Jesse Wisley at Friday, June 1, 2018
  Believe it or not, landscaping and irrigation systems can actually help the environment. What you put into or take out of the soil around your home directly contributes to the health of your local ecosystem. Landscaping and the Environment Clean Water Landscape design can be environmentally friendly in several ways. The roots of trees, shrubs, and small greenery filters the rainwater it comes in contact with, which can be full of natural and manmade pollutants. In addition to... Read More
  Posted by Jesse Wisley at Monday, May 14, 2018
  The Advantages of Hiring an Irrigation Expert Over a Lawn Maintenance Professional for Irrigation Systems
  Irrigation systems are becoming more and more popular for their time-saving and energy-maximizing benefits, but are all irrigation systems the same, and does it matter who installs it? As it turns out, who installs your irrigation system is kind of a big deal. Installing an irrigation system may also require groundwork or other components to control water flow. Why Hire an Irrigation Expert You put a lot of work into making your home beautiful inside and out. A professionally-designed... Read More
  Posted by Jesse Wisley at Monday, April 16, 2018
  Get Prepared for Patio Season: 5 Patio Trends We Love
  Patio season is approaching. Get your patio summer-ready with these 5 patio trends we are loving right now. 1. Arbors Arbors can be used in outdoor spaces in a variety of ways. To create privacy, taller arbors can be installed between property lines or around patio areas, while stand-alone arbors provide elegance to any garden or entertaining space. Creeping vines and flower beds can also be used to accent the structure, and garage doors can get an instant... Read More
  Posted by Jesse Wisley at Wednesday, March 28, 2018
  Recently, the real estate market has continued to thrive in Memphis and the greater Mid-South area. Because of the low cost of Memphis homes with the high standard of living, there are more people looking to invest in a great home here. With a hot market and many homes going on the market for sale, Memphians are looking for ways to make their home stand out. One of the most beneficial ways to improve your Memphis home is to invest in landscaping . Landscaping not only increases... Read More
  Posted by Jesse Wisley at Thursday, March 1, 2018
  Memphis Landscape Design 101: How to Turn Ideas into Plans
  When you first consider a landscaping project, your mind tends to wander in a lot of directions. What if I had a flower bed there? What if I had a nice patio here? How would it look if we centered our backyard around a firepit? While abstract ideas come into your mind, it is an entirely different story when you want to make those dreams into plans. Often, there are new ideas out there that you have not even considered; or, there may be limitations to your land that make... Read More