‘Lawn and Garden’ Archives
Energy Efficiency Through Nature
On a hot summer day, the cool shade of a tree is the perfect place to get away from the sun's strong rays. You may notice that areas full of thick, lush trees tend to feel much cooler than open, sun-parched land. Planting trees in your yard is a great way to shade your home from the elements, as well as lower your energy bills when it comes to [...]
Outdoor Living Spaces: Get ready for summer!
Summertime is right around the corner and that means plenty of food, friends, family and fun outdoors! Whether you have a large or small yard, a garden, a patio or a porch, there are many ways to prepare your home for outdoor summer activities. Get your outdoor living space ready for the summer with these helpful tips. A good way to make [...]
Getting Patios, Porches and Decks Ready for Summer
Once you have your patio, porch or deck installed by a contractor, your work is not done. There are things you can do as a homeowner each season to keep decks, porches and patios looking like new and ready for summertime. Regular maintenance will keep your Connecticut outdoor living areas in good shape for years to come and add a great incentive [...]
Landscaping Tips for your Lawn and Garden
With May looming on the horizon and temperatures finally starting to hit spring levels in some areas of the country, now is a good time to make sure your lawn and garden are prepared for the spring and summer. Make your house stand out from all the rest by getting the help of a local certified landscaping contractor, as well, to ensure that the [...]
