A Summer Escape: Outdoor Bar Options
An outdoor bar can enhance the experience by providing a central gathering space for family and friends.
Good Bug, Bad Bug
WRITER | JULIE FORD Adored or reviled, insects are part of life. For many
Dive into a Clean Pool
Having a swimming pool in your backyard is one of life's great pleasures, giving you the opportunity to enjoy a refreshing dip without having to leave the comfort of home. But owning a pool is not entirely effortless, to be sure.
Healthy Plant Selection for Spring
Creating a beautiful landscape is often a top priority for many Michiganders come spring. Learning how to choose plants that will thrive in your environment and that require the amount of maintenance you’re willing to provide is vital to accomplishing this.
Small Space, Big Impact!
Opportunity awaits! Compact landscape areas are bursting with possibilities when a homeowner embraces foundational landscape design principles.
Birdie, It’s Cold Outside
Nutritious food, warm clothing, fresh water, and a toasty abode are basic necessities to get through a Michigan winter for both humans and wildlife. For the nearly 40 species of birds that prefer a wintry backyard to a long flight for warmer weather, finding a yard with well-stocked feeders, open water, and areas of shelter is paradise.
Ice Busters
It’s a good time to look at some tips on how to help keep your walkways, driveway, eaves, and roof as ice-free as possible.
Festive Holiday Lighting – Tips and Tricks from a Pro
If you’re a new homeowner or are feeling particularly festive this year, you might be considering decorating your own home for others to enjoy during the dark evenings that winter brings. But for some, this is nothing short of a daunting task – where do you start?
Winter’s Wrath
Protecting your Landscape for Springtime Success - As consumers enjoy the spectacular flowers and textures of a lush, mature landscape during the summer months in Michigan, the last thing on their minds is the blustery winter winds sure to arrive a few months later. It’s during the coldest spells of winter, however, that the success or failure of next year’s lawn and garden is determined.
Planning Your Deck Design
A good, functional deck is an extension of your home. It is a place where families gather and memories are made. It can also be a place for quiet contemplation and solitude. Building a deck is...