Landscaping is constantly changing as communities develop their unique styles and preferences. In 2024, Pittsburgh landscaping trends are bringing some exciting new ideas to the table, blending sustainability, innovation, and technology in creative ways. As homeowners...
Going “green” is very important in 2023 – and that means a lot more than just the color of your lawn! Sustainable landscaping, or eco-friendly landscaping, is an approach that uses multiple design techniques to create a thriving, functional landscape that benefits the...
The reason your fish keep disappearing from your water feature Today I’d like to talk to you about the Blue Heron. The blue heron is an impressive predator. Maybe you’ve been boating on a lake and you’ve seen him on the lakeshore sitting stoically waiting for...
Well, Technically I Should Say Deciduous Conifer Trees. Most of us understand that conifers generally consist of the familiar Evergreen Hemlocks, Spruce, and Pine that grow in abundance in our Pittsburgh landscape, but did you know there are a few deciduous evergreen...
COR-TEN steel – sometimes written without the hyphen as corten steel is a group of steel alloys which were developed to eliminate the need for painting and form a stable rust-like appearance if exposed to the weather for several years. We show you how to make...
Whether you are adding new outdoor light fixtures or you are deciding to do some landscape lighting maintenance, it is great to understand how to create quality wire connections. Although it may seem like a difficult task, learning how to connect outdoor lighting...