Backyard Building Blocks

Late fall means wrapping up this year’s landscaping and preparing for the first snow. The right winter preparation will also keep your yard safe to enjoy...

While we may have seen the last of the summer weather, there is so much to look forward to as the seasons shift. Don’t miss out on all autumn has to offer. The...

As the days get shorter and we say goodbye to the warm summer weather, we move into the ideal time of year for planting new trees. Doing this in the fall...

Although our trees are still green and football season hasn’t quite started yet, it’s time to start thinking about transitioning your landscaping for fall. As...

4th of July barbecue season might have come to an end, but it’s just the beginning of a summer filled with outdoor get-togethers with friends and family. After...

We know how it is, summer finally comes around and the only thing you can think about is all the fresh produce you’re about to grow in your backyard. You spend...

The weather is finally warm enough to get those beautiful plants and vegetables into the ground. It’s also the start of what can feel like a never-ending...

Here in the midwest, native grasses are the backbone of our many prairies and meadows. As those prairies transform into the suburbs, those same grasses can...

Once we can put winter behind us, it’s fun to get outside and start planning our spring landscaping projects. Here are some steps to take to get off to a...