Keeping your lawn nice and neat, planting statement piece trees and shrubs, and weeding has never been easier – and you get to discover some unique landscaping designs for your yard.
Recently, I stumbled upon a very good video on Tiktok. This eco-friendly Tiktoker has started a new challenge called #nolawn – sounds crazy, am I right? However, it is not as crazy as it seems! She created a sustainable landscape filled with colorful flowers that are also great for attracting pollinators and other beneficial insects….
Weeds are every gardener’s nightmare. They can quickly take over our gardens, stealing nutrients and choking out our beloved plants. And getting rid of them can be rather difficult! Instead of buying expensive commercial weed killers, many gardeners went the other way and started using vinegar to kill weeds. But, can this common household ingredient…
Do you want to make your garden look luxurious and unique? Nothing will do a better job than a bay tree! This Mediterranean plant has ensured a spot in gardens worldwide due to its alluring appearance. But beauty isn’t the only thing the bay tree has to offer. Its fragrance, taste, and medicinal properties make…
Summer is just around the corner, so you may be thinking that your backyard could use some renovation. This is a fun project that excites homeowners. However, there’s much more to it than meets the eye. Some common missteps can turn the joy of renovation into a nightmare. To help you avoid this, I’ll show…
Let’s face it, we all love butterflies. They are the prettiest insects and have a very important job – they pollinate our plants and flowers. Recently there has been a significant decrease in the number of Monarch butterflies, which is directly related to the loss of milkweed. Milkweed, the monarch butterfly’s primary host plant, plays…
Are you ready to paint your garden in the most dramatic color? Then you’ll definitely need red flowering shrubs to transform your landscape into a splendid visual symphony! From the elegance of red azaleas to the fiery radiance of roses, we will reveal secrets to landscaping that will make your neighbors green with envy. I’ll…
A patio definitely adds a special touch of beauty to landscapes. But over time, environmental conditions, foot traffic, and other elements can make it discolored and more sensitive to damage. The best way to prevent this is by properly sealing your backyard patio pavers. I’ll show you 5 easy steps to do it and ensure…
Have you ever wondered how best to use the space under and around your trees? The large roots of mature trees may have made you question if that’s even possible. Luckily, there are many things you can do with this space. I’ll show you 14 landscaping ideas for around trees so you can transform your…
If you are looking for an easy-to-grow plant that will add more color to your garden, you have come to the right place! Meet the beautyberry, otherwise known as Callicarpa. This North American native plant is known for its stunning purple berries that grow in clusters along its branches in the fall. It is a…
Are you looking for a new grass for your garden? Look no further, I have a perfect variety for you, even if you live in a colder climate! I’m talking about the Lemongrass, a versatile plant that definitely deserves a spot in every garden. Why? Is it because of its appearance, fragrance, simple growing requirements,…
Tiny yellow blossoms can beautifully decorate so many things, such as flower beds, rock gardens, and borders. But they don’t look quite as good on lawns. When you notice dandelions or black-eyed Susans sprouting all over your grass, the natural thought is to get rid of them so you can maintain that traditional lawn look….
Love is everywhere! If you take a look at various plants, trees, or flowers, you’ll notice that many of them actually have heart-shaped leaves. What better way to spruce up your garden than to grow these romantic trees with heart-shaped leaves? What’s also amazing is that most of these love trees produce unique-looking flowers that…
Suburbs all over the United States pride themselves on their lawns, and for good reason. Deep-green grasses make an awe-inspiring sight, but there are some things that can prevent us from achieving this. A big problem is weeds. They may look idyllic in a country-side landscape, but once they mar the look of your lawn…
If you just planted new grass seeds, you were probably expecting one thing: to have a beautiful lawn. Little did you know that you were also helping the environment tremendously! You might be wondering how. Does grass produce oxygen and absorb toxic pollutants? Well, yes and no. Just like any other plant, grass also needs…
There are many landscaping designs gardeners like to implement, such as placing a bench behind some pampas grass, building a small pond or fountain, or making a centerpiece out of trees. Today we’ll talk about the last option and present a couple of tips and tricks for landscaping around trees with rocks. And since this…
Who doesn’t like shooting stars?! If you are a gardener looking for a plant that resembles shooting stars, I have the perfect option for you. Meet the Starburst bush, a breathtaking tree that will make your landscape prettier than ever. This is a pretty uncommon type of tree, so you might be the first one…
Palm trees look absolutely fantastic whether they’re grown indoors or outdoors. We are all kinda used to tall varieties with recognizable woody trunks, but today I’m going to tell you about a palm variety that really stands out; the Licuala grandis, an uncommon palm species with an exquisite appearance. This is a dwarfish palm compared…
There are many ornamental grasses that we can incorporate into our landscapes, and one of them is purple pampas grass. This plant has everything a beginner landscaper needs; it’s got color to show off, height to offer you privacy, and is easy to care for. And you can even use it to stabilize places prone…
Both centipede and bermuda grass are warm-weather varieties that cannot handle cold temperatures. This makes them perfect for hot climates where they can thrive and bring out the best of your front yard. But how can you decide between the two? To help you work out which one to choose, we’ll discuss the main differences…
We must be cautious when planting trees in our outdoor gardens. This mainly refers to the type of trees we should grow based on their hardiness. Palm trees are always an excellent choice for gardens due to their low care requirements and stunning appearance. If you live in warmer parts of North Carolina and are…
When adding plants to our landscape, we must pay attention to certain things like the hardiness zones of the areas we live in, which actually determine the type of plant we should cultivate. Luckily, zone 7 is suitable for the cultivation of many annuals and perennials. If you want to add a tree to your…
Decorating your outdoor garden is one of the best parts of gardening. Combining your artistic side with decorating your outdoor area is so much fun! When searching for plants for our gardens, we have our filters no matter the species. For instance, many people search for low-maintenance, pretty, and hardy plants. If you are looking…
Palm trees are one of the best ways to give your home a tropical vibe, but how do you decide which one to get? There are so many varieties that it’s nearly impossible to settle upon a single one. And to top it all off, people complicate things with their coconut tree vs palm tree…
The truth is that sometimes it can be really hard to differentiate between certain plant types. For example, some plants may resemble palms or ferns, but are actually neither of them. In this article, I’ll tell you more about such a plant. Meet the coontie palm, the plant which isn’t a palm nor a fern,…
If you want to add more color to your landscape, you should definitely check out the allamanda bush! This impressive tropical plant with golden-yellow flowers can perfectly decorate any area. In addition to a beautiful yellow color, you can also choose other allamanda varieties that produce red or purple flowers. What’s amazing about this plant…
If you live in a desert climate, you don’t have to say goodbye to having an amazing and unique landscape. There are many ideas you can implement to improve the looks of both your back and front yards. And you can do it with very little money! Below, you will find 21 awesome and inexpensive…
If you have ever been to the beach, then you have probably spotted tall palms all around the coast. In that case, it is likely that you have already met the King palm trees! King palms, also known as Archontophoenix cunninghamiana, are beautiful, cold-hardy tropical plants that can be seen all over Southern California, San…
I love the springtime, especially when the tiny, white or rosy pink flowers and heart-shaped leaves of the redbud trees adorn the landscapes of North America! Many choose to grow redbud trees as they’re easy to maintain. Well, that shouldn’t be the only criteria when choosing the right type of tree for your garden. Nothing…
Maintaining a healthy lawn can sometimes be troublesome. You will often have to deal with all sorts of weeds ruining your beautiful green lawn. The most common weeds include Dallisgrass and Crabgrass (also called Digitaria). The trickiest part is differentiating between the two — and you must be able to do that because both grassy…
The Chitalpa tree, otherwise known as Chitalpa Tashkentensis, has gorgeous, vivid pink blossoms. It is a low-maintenance tree that grows quickly and produces long, pointed green leaves that mix beautifully with their blossoms. These trees are hybrids, which means they are made by crossing two beautiful American natives, the Desert Willow and Southern Catalpa. These…
Deciding what type of grass to use for your lawn can be tiring, especially because there are endless possibilities! You have to consider the climate in your region, soil type, foot traffic tolerability, light conditions, and watering needs, and then consider the appearance and decoration. Some great candidates for your lawn are definitely Zoysia grass…
Keeping your lawn nice and tidy can sometimes be tiring. In addition to constant mowing, you will also have to aerate and dethatch your lawn. However, we wouldn’t do such things if they didn’t help the lawn to look its absolute best. A thin layer of thatch can sometimes be beneficial to your lawn, but…
Does it sometimes seem like you have to mow the grass every weekend, especially during summer? It can get pretty tiring, so you might be wondering, how fast does grass grow? Does it depend on the type of grass, your watering habits, or some other factor? Luckily, you have come to the right place because…
Growing bamboo hedges is an excellent way of giving your garden a new look and getting some privacy at the same time. It may seem a bit difficult to do, as you may not know where exactly to start your live bamboo fence, which variety to choose, or how to plant it. However, there are…
Cutting grass on a hot summer day is exhausting, especially if the grass is a fast-growing type that has to be cut every week! That’s why mowing the grass on a fresh day after rain is so tempting. Although it might sound like a good idea, and would definitely make this task a bit more…
The Cherokee Princess dogwood is a deciduous tree that is relatively easy to grow. It needs just a bit of light and water to transform your garden into a place straight out of a fairy tale! Its attractive white blooms and incredible red leaves in the fall make it one of the favorite centerpieces of…
Sunshine ligustrum is an evergreen shrub that adorns front yards and rims patios all over the world. If you want to add this wonderful plant to your garden, you’ll definitely need to learn how to care for a sunshine ligustrum in winter. Luckily for you, this article contains everything you need to know about the…
Landscape design is quite an important aspect of your garden, and what better way of improving it than planting a lavender hedge to frame your patio or fence your property? But how to do it? Is it difficult? How long will it last? These are the questions that we’ll tackle in the following sections so…
Before I started growing plants, I didn’t know that there were so many types of grasses. Honestly, they all looked similar, and I used to mistake them for other plant types. However, I fell in love with grass when I entered the gardening world. I was intrigued by the stunning appearance of the different types….
You have probably seen little berries growing alongside the road or in your garden that kind of look like blueberries — these are actually pokeweed berries . I remember always wanting to try them as a kid, but my parents told me to stay away and I never really knew why. After doing lots of…
Stumps can be quite a nuisance, and there are many homeowners that have dealt with dried-out, tree left-overs in the middle of their front yard! You see many palm tree stubs in Florida, where they are quite popular (palm trees, not the stubs), and we know how difficult they can be to kill. Thankfully, there…
The differences between monkey grass vs mondo grass aren’t always clear at first glance. However, the more you look, the more different these grasses become. The main difference between them is their size, but you can also tell them apart by carefully inspecting their leaves. Even though they have virtually the same care guides, they…
All pet owners know how annoying stickers can be, especially if they are all over your lawn! Grass stickers, grass burrs, pricking monsters, burweed, field sandbur sticker plants, sticker burrs, caltrop, yellow vine, sticker burrs, puncture vine, goat head, and burweed stickers… these are just some of the names of stickers, though they could all…
If you have recently sown new grass seeds and the grass has grown a couple of inches, I’m sure your kids and pets are eager to run around on the new lawn while you enjoy a cup of coffee outside on a fresh summer morning. But, when can you walk on new grass? A freshly…
Are you tired of having patches on your lawn? Does it seem like the grass is always greener and thicker on the other side of the fence? I’m sure many of us have dealt with these issues. Every gardener’s dream is to have a lush, vibrant, and green lawn without any patches or thin areas….
Many arborists dread it, and we’re not so keen on doing it either, but killing tree roots with bleach or some other chemical can sometimes be necessary. For example, if the tree roots find their way into your sewer line, you won’t be able to remove them without killing them. You may be able to…
Positive Bloom is an Amazon Associate and we earn from qualifying purchases through these links at no extra cost to you. Moss is a sworn enemy of our driveways, and we have been developing new methods to eradicate it for decades. The main reason we have decided to write this article is to help provide…
Want to have more privacy in your backyard, but don’t want to install any fences or gates? Oh do I have a perfect solution for you — start growing a Pittosporum Hedge! Pittosporum is a plant that is made out of small trees that are grouped together and make evergreen shrubs. These plants are easy…
Positive Bloom is an Amazon Associate and we earn from qualifying purchases through these links at no extra cost to you. If you’ve had a bag of grass seeds in your shed for as long as you can remember, but just can’t bring yourself to throw it away, I totally get you! I hate throwing…
Picture the scene. You are planning on growing a new lawn and you have prepared everything: from high-quality grass seed, to testing and choosing the most suitable soil as well as watering and taking constant care of your seedlings… yet, nothing is growing. How is this possible? Don’t blame yourself or the new grass seeds…
Positive Bloom is an Amazon Associate and we earn from qualifying purchases through these links at no extra cost to you. Have you ever noticed grass growing during the day? I certainly haven’t. This process cannot be seen with the naked eye, but we know that it’s growing, especially homeowners that have to mow their…
I imagine that grass has never been in your top ten conversation topics, but if you move into a house with a backyard you’ll find yourself researching the different types of grass more and more. Ryegrass vs fescue grass is a classic homeowners’ dilemma, so we have decided to help you decide once and for…
If you live in Florida, then you are probably painfully aware of all the climate challenges the area faces – intolerable humidity, constant raining, blazing heat, and even hurricanes! This makes it pretty difficult to find the perfect dark green and durable type of grass for your Florida lawn. You should also include the pH…
Positive Bloom is an Amazon Associate and we earn from qualifying purchases through these links at no extra cost to you. When you wake up and look at your lawn, it can be very strange and surprising to see small holes that weren’t there the day before. The small holes that appear in your lawn…