Create the backyard you’ve always wanted today with landscape materials such as concrete pavers, blocks, or curbing. Landscape materials can help you take everything from entertaining to cooking outside. Here are just some ideas you can use to landscape your backyard. Create Shade Shade structures can help you make the … Continue reading →

Transform your backyard into a relaxing oasis with these pool landscaping ideas. Other ideas not included below that are incredibly popular include swim up bars, outdoor kitchens, sunken pergolas, rock water slides or grottos, and so much more. Browsing Pinterest is a great idea for finding inspiration. Here are 5 … Continue reading →

The valley’s recent cooler weather is a nice respite from the scorching summer sun. The outdoors is undeniably beckoning! Many people are taking advantage of Arizona’s unusual weather by hiking, biking, and spending time in their own backyard landscaping. Any activities that involve being outside are incredibly beneficial for you … Continue reading →

What’s more fun than an Easter egg hunt on the holiday? Limit it to your yard or an outdoor park. There are several ideas for egg hunts at home and events happening around the greater Phoenix metro area that your family may enjoy. Also, because many community hunts don’t happen … Continue reading →

After an unusually cold winter, Phoenicians are embracing 70˚ temps by going out and engaging in outdoor activities; attending spring training games included. Spending time outside is rejuvenating and good for optimal health. At home, people often spend time working in the garden, lounging by the pool (it’s still too … Continue reading →

Landscape rocks are natural and organic. Rocks are a cost-effective material that can lend textural appeal and provide contrast to most any outdoor space. Some popular choices include: boulders, lava rock, river rock, pea gravel, decomposed granite, and crushed granite. With various colors and sizes available, they can be used … Continue reading →

Whether you prefer subtle twinkling lights or desire more of a Christmas Vacation look – please don’t cause a widespread electricity outage though – here are just a few ways you can deck your porch and pathways with festive touches, just in time for the holidays. After all, nothing says … Continue reading →

Landscape edging is often overlooked, but should be considered necessary, especially if your goal is to design low maintenance planting beds. Landscape edging paves the way for the creation of well-defined lines. These distinct lines provide for a professionally manicured, finished appearance, lending to a functional and aesthetically pleasing yard. … Continue reading →

Living in the Phoenix metropolitan area, located within the boundaries of the Sonoran Desert, can make landscaping projects challenging. This is especially true because typical landscapes, with lush green lawns, require rich soil and lots of water. Both of which can present a problem: Soil composition varies per region and … Continue reading →

There’s no single reason why you need to travel far away to spend time outside when you can create your own backyard retreat. Being outside is good for you. In fact, it has been shown to help improve memory, boost happiness and lower blood pressure. Here are just four ideas … Continue reading →