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Great lawn and landscaping information for Central Florida.
Great lawn and landscaping information for Central Florida.
Hardscaping... softscaping... landscaping... these are three terms that can cause confusion at times. The reason for this is that some people may use the terms interchangeably, or sometimes one of the terms may mistakenly be used to refer to them all. Let's clear up some of the confusion, shall we?
Landscaping is the term that does actually refer to your entire property design. In other words, your landscape is composed of the hardscaping and softscaping. A good landscape design will bring the components of your hardscape and softscape together to create a balanced look for your yard.
When your landscaping company refers to softscaping, they are referring to the natural, growing elements of your design. As such, softscape elements are the grass, flowers, trees, bushes, and shrubs on your property. These items will change, grow, and adapt to the environmental conditions in your area.
TIP: When planning the plantlife for your softscape, be sure to consider the size of the plants when fully mature, rather than what size they may be when you see them at the nursery. Spacing is an often overlooked aspect of softscape planning!
Hardscaping...
One of the factors to take into account, with regards to landscaping, is the heat and the sun of Florida. Incorporating drought-resistant and low maintenance plants is necessary to keep your landscape looking its best throughout the drier seasons.
Low maintenance plants include species that have:
The following species possess all or most of these qualities.
This plant can add a lot of interest and uniqueness to a landscape design. This tree grows between both 8-12 ft. tall and wide. Its grey-green leaves and pink and white flowers can bring an interesting color palette to your overall design. Additionally, the Pineapple Guava grows small, edible fruits that have a distinct guava flavoring to them. Grow this plant in full sunlight, it can handle it!
This perennial plant grows a maximum of two feet tall by two feet wide. The leaves are a bronze or copper color and eventually turn to a beautiful dark green during the course of the season. Plant this...
High winds from a hurricane not only can bring disaster to your home, but to your yard as well! The best way you can have a chance of keeping too much damage from happening, is to take precautions well before hurricane season to prepare your palms and landscaping.
Palm trees love tropical weather, which makes Florida the perfect home for them! This particular tree requires preparation and maintenance all year to protect it during hurricane season.
To increase the strength of your palm trees, they must be fertilized at least two to three times a year, approximately every 4-6 months, to ensure proper nutrition. Additionally, palm tree owners should remove brown/dying fronds. Fronds are the source of health and nutrition for a palm tree and they need to be in top-notch shape before a storm hits. Pruning your palm tree too much can actually be detrimental to the overall health of your palm. However, you should remove coconuts prior to a hurricane, as they can become dangerous projectiles.
If you are looking for palm trees that are particularly adapted to hurricane conditions, choose a species such as Sabel Minor or Serenoa for your lawn. Work with a ...
Southern states like Florida, Georgia, and Louisiana have to prepare for heat all year long. However, summers in the southern states are extremely hot, with temperatures that reach well over 80°F daily for several months in a row. During the summer, the heat beats down on your lawn and landscaping causing heat stress and sunburn on your plant life.
Help your plants beat the heat this summer and keep your property flourishing with these six expert tips.
When designing landscapes in Florida, consider elements that can add shade, in order to help roots stay cool and plants to stay healthy. Mulching is a huge part of making sure your soil and roots stay cool. Choose natural mulch or compost mulch, which are the best choices for insulation.
Install plants that offer shade and protection while complementing your focal plants. Broadleaf plants such as Hostas, or ground covers like Juniper and Sedum, offer protective shade for soil in your landscaping beds.
When it comes to landscapes and lawns, it actually is possible to have "too much of a good...
Enhance your yard this year by having our team design and install your very own paver patio! When it comes to choosing materials to construct your patio, the benefits of pavers outweigh many other options in the landscaping industry on a number of levels including durability, affordability, and aesthetics.
Pavers, flagstone, and concrete are all common options when people are looking to add on to their landscaping. Creating a viable outdoor space for gatherings is, of course, the end goal, but choosing something that will last is equally important.
Interlocking pavers are durable. Concrete slabs are prone to cracking and breaking, which then require patches to fix. This sort of repair work can create and an eyesore to your overall landscaping appearance. Pavers are sturdy, stable, and allow for expansion and contraction, which is important due to the high moisture levels of Central Florida. Pavers are easy to maintain, making them a prime choice above concrete slabs.
Additionally, your investment in using pavers is ultimately just that... an investment. You will be putting your money into an affordable, patio...
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