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3 Important Pond Maintenance Tasks To Do Now
Water elements add a connection to nature in your landscape. The sounds of a babbling brook bring a serene atmosphere to your outdoor room. Here are three things to do now to ensure you can enjoy your pond next spring. 1. Install a thermometer or “temperature sensor” (or test/change the batteries in your
https://ephenry.com/blog-2016-november-3-important-pond-maintenance-tasks-to-do-now/Own your turf: what you need to know about sod
In the Northeast corridor, the best time to re-turf your landscape is now. In the late summer and early fall, temperatures get cooler and the humidity steadily increases. These two factors are necessary for the successful installation and ongoing health of new turf. While we may think the spring season is the best time to
https://ephenry.com/blog-2016-september-own-your-turf-what-you-need-to-know-about-sod/“Textorating” – decorating with letters and words
In an October 2014 survey on real estate/home decor site houzz.com, user Emily Hurley conducted a poll about the trend to use words or lettering as decoration. Ms. Hurley asked Houzz users, “What do you think about words directly on the walls as part of the decor?” Of the total 4346 votes, the majority of
https://ephenry.com/blog-2016-august-textorating-decorating-with-letters-and-words/Light it up! How to choose outdoor lighting
All the world’s a stage Hollywood and Broadway people know the secret of a scene-stealer is all in the lighting. The impact lies in how everything is illuminated. In his 2002 book Stage Lighting Revealed, lighting designer Glen Cunningham tell us, “An effective lighting design is like a beautiful painting.” He goes on to explain
https://ephenry.com/blog-2016-july-light-it-up-how-to-choose-outdoor-lighting/Soften your Hardscape: Sweet blooms and greenery for garden walls
Your garden wall project is finished! Now what? Take your Hardscape from great to “gardened” by adding some greenery in a few simple steps. How many jobs does your wall have? A wonderful thing about a garden wall is its many functions. Besides defining your patio area, a garden wall is also used as seating,
https://ephenry.com/blog-2016-july-soften-your-hardscape-sweet-blooms-and-greenery-for-garden-walls/May flowers after showers – brightening up your hardscape
If you live in the northeast US, you may be still waiting for a break in the rain. It’s been a soggy Spring, and your garden patio may not be as filled with beautiful blooms as you’d like. Early plantings may not have happened, as most perennials probably needed to be planted last month. And
https://ephenry.com/blog-2016-may-may-flowers-after-showers-brightening-up-your-hardscape/Pavers- Not just for patios! Paver driveways add class
You may think of pavers as a big part of patio design. Pictures of pool decks, outdoor kitchens, fire pits, sidewalks and pathways are the common images related to pavers, but a growing number of homeowners are installing pavers to increase the visual appeal of their driveways and garage door areas. Many modern houses have
https://ephenry.com/blog-2016-may-pavers-not-just-for-patios-paver-driveways-add-class/Unique Design Elements Using Pavers Circles!
Nothing boosts your home’s “Wow Factor” than a beautifully designed outdoor living space. Well-planned outdoor rooms not only add value to your home (sometimes increasing sales price up to 20%), they add value to your life. The concept of designing a stunning patio or other outdoor area can intimidate homeowners. But here’s a secret: all
https://ephenry.com/blog-2016-march-unique-design-elements-using-pavers-circles/Stepping Stones – Life’s Journey
You remember your baby, jumping from stone to stone, holding your hand while hopping up the walk, chubby toddler legs too short to take big steps. One day that baby could walk the whole way alone, usually in a zig-zag line but it got the job done. There were falls. Scrapes. Sometimes you were waved
https://ephenry.com/blog-2016-march-stepping-stones/Outdoor Living Inspiration: Fire Pits
It’s not news that custom outdoor living spaces are becoming more the norm than the exception in yards all around the country. However, in regions that experience frigid winters, like here in the northeast, hanging outdoors all year round isn’t always an option. There are some great ways to extend your timeline to enjoy your
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