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The Best Shade Trees to Make Your Home Cooler for the Summer

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If your house is too hot, it can be miserable in the summer. There seems to be no escape from the heat if you don’t have central air. Even if you do have central air, it can cost a lot of extra money to keep your house cool in the summer. One way to keep […]

Railroad Ties Landscaping Guide: Everything You Need to Know

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A railroad tie, also called a railway tie, a railway sleeper, or a crosstie refers to rectangular support used for the rails in railroad tracks. They are placed perpendicularly to the ties and have various roles: holding the rails upright, keeping them spaced at the right distance, or transferring loads to the subgrade and track […]

The Best 8 Adorable Railroad Tie Landscaping Ideas (Railroad Ties Landscaping Edging)

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Using reclaimed wood is a big trend right now. Pallets are all the rage because they can be used for just about anything. But have you ever thought about using old railroad ties? Railroad ties are the wooden tracks on a railroad and they can look really cute as part of your landscape. Here are […]

Should You Plant Pine Trees in Your Yard? Is it Good to Have Pine Trees?

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Are you considering planting some trees in your yard?  Trees can add so much beauty to your yard.  Some types of trees bear fruit, while others are sturdy enough for you to hang a hammock on (if you know how to hang a hammock ) and relax.  Pine trees come in many different types.  They […]

5 Tree Care and Maintenance Practices to Prioritize

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Maintaining trees is one of the most important aspects of having a beautiful, lush landscape all year round. This is because well-maintained trees not only complete and boost a property’s aesthetic appeal; they also play other significant functions which include: Reducing air pollution Providing shade which helps lower the air temperature in your property and […]

4 Reasons to Hire a Lawn Care Company this Year

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Although most parts of the country are still covered under a blanket of snow, it’s time to start thinking about our lawn care needs. Most lawn care companies are getting ready to make bulk orders so they can start their service seasons near the beginning of March. In order to know how much they need […]

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6 Ways to Organize Your Messy Shed to Make Your Life Easier

Let’s face it, sheds are usually the place you never want to go. Every time you go in there, something falls on your toes and you can never find what you’re looking for. Between the paint buckets and the gardening tools, you find yourself going in the shed less often. Don’t worry, it’s fixable! You […]

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7 Fun Rainy Day Games to Bring Sunshine Back into Your Day

Just because it is raining outside doesn’t mean your family needs to be gloomy. Rainy days can still be fun days! You just have to get a little more creative with games. Here are 7 fun rainy day games to bring sunshine back into your day. Treasure HuntTake your gold and silver jewelry and hide it […]

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Get Rid of Gophers the Natural Way

Gophers can wreak havoc on a yard. They will eat grass and destroy plant roots. Gophers also create unsightly holes in your lawn. These pests are not something that can be ignored. If you have a gopher problem, it won’t go away on its own. To solve a gopher problem you must take action to […]

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5 Tips to Have a Memorable Backyard Camping Staycation

If your budget is tight, you might not be able to afford taking the kids out for a long camping vacation. No worries! You can still have a memorable camping experience in your own backyard. Your kids will always remember their backyard camping adventure with their parents. Here are 5 tips to have a memorable […]

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