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5 Benefits Of Dry Fit Stone Walls
There are two options for putting in stone gardens or retaining walls — mortar and dry fitting. Mortar is easily recognized, as it uses a concrete-like compound to seal the stones together. Dry-fit walls are built without mortar, instead, the stones are tightly fit together like an interlocking puzzle in order to create the wall. 1. Minimal Foundation Work Dry-fit stone has some flexibility. Although the stones are tightly fit so there is no risk of falling over, without mortar the stones are still able to shift slightly with natural ground movements.
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5 Methods For Combating Fire Blight On Landscape Trees
Fire blight is a bacterial disease that primarily affects fruit trees in the rose family, including apples, ornamental and fruiting pears, and hawthorn trees. The disease causes cankers on the trunks and branches as severe dieback on the branches. Affected branches become blackened and shriveled with a scorched appearance. If left untreated, the tree may die and the disease will spread to other landscape trees and plants. 1. Fall Leaf Cleanup
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Landscaping With Vines
Vines can be used to add privacy to your land. They can also be used to conceal wiring, pipes, and other features that you consider unattractive. A landscaping contractor can help you select vine varieties and placement locations for them. Leaves, Blooms, And Fruit If you live in a warm climate that will support the growth of vines throughout the year, you will want to consider the types of leaves, blooms, or fruit that will complement your land.
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Building a Deck? Here Are the 4 Common Building Mistakes That You Should Avoid at All Costs
Building a deck is a perfect and affordable way to increase the living space in your home. When you hire a competent deck contractor to handle the installation, you will undoubtedly make your home more valuable in the property market. Besides that, you will add beauty to your outdoor space. However, you can only achieve this by handling the installation correctly. Besides that, you should avoid the following DIY mistakes to acquire a functional and attractive deck.
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5 Design Principles To Help Create Your Midcentury Modern Landscape
Do you own a mid-century modern home? This uniquely American architectural style has regained popularity in recent years among a more forward-thinking and environmentally conscious population. But the appeal of a midcentury modern property goes beyond the signature house style to include the landscape around it. How can you design a yard to fit your home? Here are a few important principles to keep in mind. 1. Reflect the House. The geometry of a midcentury modern home is unique to each design.
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Spring is a breathtakingly beautiful time of the year. During this special season, I adore looking at the beautiful trees, shrubs, and flowers in my front and back yards. Perhaps you want to enhance the appearance of your outdoor property this spring. Consider hiring a professional landscaper to help you accomplish this important task. An expert landscaper can plant fruit trees in your space. For instance, you might want this individual to plant apple, pear, peach, or orange trees on your property. You may also wish for this professional to plant attractive shrubs in front of your home. On this blog, I hope you will discover how a landscaper can help you have a spectacular spring. Enjoy!