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6 Ornamental Trees That are Safe to Plant Near Your Home's Foundation

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6 Ornamental Trees That are Safe to Plant Near Your Home's Foundation

Adding ornamental trees to your Northern Virginia property can be a great way to boost curb appeal. Ornamental trees add tangible value and aesthetic appeal because they are ...

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Landscape Design Trends: 7 Outdated Landscaping Features to Replace

Andy Rooney once said that time can feel like a roll of toilet paper. It unrolls faster and faster, the closer you get to the end.

We agree. Sometimes it feels like a ...

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Landscaping Along Your Fence: Plant Selections & Garden Design for Borders

Privacy on your own property is important to you. For that reason, you might have recently added a fence (or have been considering adding one). A fence can be a game-changer ...

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Rooted in Virgnia: Selecting The 10 Best Virginia Native Plants for Your Next Landscape Design Project

Installing plant material is often more complicated than people realize. That’s because homeowners tend to assume it’s merely a matter of picking out some plants that they like ...

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Lawn Flooding: Landscape Drainage Options for Controlling Backyard Water

Is your yard becoming a swampy mess every time it rains? A flooded lawn can lead to turf or landscape damage, water in the basement, and make your yard entirely unusable.

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Functional Landscape Design for Slopes: A Case Study in Alexandria, VA

Getting the most out of your property boils down to maximizing the space that you have available. That was the case for two Alexandria, VA homeowners, who felt their yard was ...

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7 Simple Landscaping Ideas to Enhance Your Property in Alexandria, VA

It’s not uncommon for homeowners to assume they have to make massive changes to their property to see the benefits. This can sound daunting and lead people to put off making ...

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How Much to Spend on Landscaping: Planning Your Budget

Landscaping can add tremendous value to your home. It not only adds entertainment value, allowing you to enjoy your property more, but it also adds tangible value to your ...

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Installing a Backyard Fire Pit in Alexandria, VA: 7 Things to Consider

Picture this—it’s a beautiful night and you’re sitting outside with some of your friends, gathered around your roaring fire pit. Having the fire ...

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Retaining Walls: Types, Materials, Cost, and Companies in Alexandria and Arlington, VA

If you have slopes on your property then you know they can be a headache. Not only can they leave you with washouts during storms, but can also ...

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The First 3 Steps to Improving Your Landscape in Northern Virginia

So, you want to improve your landscape at your Northern Virginia home but you don’t know where to start?

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McLean, VA Landscaping Case Study: Complete Deck Renovation & Leveling a Sloped Yard

For many homeowners, having outdoor living space is a top priority. Of course, in our area of Northern Virginia, outdoor areas can sometimes be small—and many properties come ...

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