Every homeowner has a vision for what they want their property to look like. Unfortunately, our financial realities don’t always line up exactly with our landscape fantasies. That doesn’t mean you can’t or shouldn’t bring your dream yard to life though! Landscaping is a very valuable investment to make in your property, both for your… Read more »
One of the many perks of being a homeowner is that you finally have the opportunity to invest your time and money into a landscape that’s all your own. Customizing your landscape is especially fun when the holidays roll around and you can play with colorful lights and other fun and elegant seasonal décor. With… Read more »
Of all the plants on your property, established trees probably require the least amount of maintenance in the bunch. As long as they’re getting enough water, you can usually get through the growing season with just the occasional application of mulch or fertilizer. The one care task you do need to prioritize when it comes… Read more »
Winter is a magical time of year. Unfortunately for homeowners, a picturesque winter wonderland also brings with it one of the most annoying and tiresome landscaping tasks of the year—snow removal. It would be wonderful if snow could melt away as quickly and effortlessly as it falls to the earth. But since that’s not the… Read more »
Although it might feel as though you just nailed down your leaf raking and perennial care routine for fall, winter in the northeast will be here before you know it. For homeowners in this region, that means it is already time to start switching gears and coming up with your winter landscaping plan. The first… Read more »
Pools can be beautiful assets, making a yard “that more inviting” when done right. But what about pools with problems? What are some of the common swimming pool repairs? Equipment First, there’s pool equipment that might need to be repaired. The electrics machinery, as well as pumps and motors, can cease to function. If and… Read more »
If you’ve ever driven past a particular home in the suburbs and said, “What beautiful landscaping they have!” then it’s highly likely you’ve seen the work of a professional landscaping company like VistaPro Landscape & Design. Great landscapes take time, money, effort and energy to happen. There’s a lot of planning involved, and then a… Read more »
Most people do not like to weed. That said, it can be meditative and therapeutic. Just like you feel good when you clean your house because things are put in order and look nice, a weed-free garden area gives you a sense of accomplishment and peace. Unfortunately, even after you weed, guess what… more weeds… Read more »
Turning your front or backyard from grass, mulch and bricks into a fully developed, beautifully landscaped environment can add appeal to any plot. There are, however, tons of ideas, information and material you can employ to get the job done and it could be overwhelming for the do-it-yourself-er. Professional landscapers help with all the steps… Read more »
Peat moss, derived from sphagnum moss, is a crucial component to making soil healthier and more conducive to grass, shrubbery and groundcover growth. As the organic conditioner is laid and decays, it benefits the soil with not only favorable pH conditions, it promotes other physical conditions allowing for ideal growing conditions. To understand what peat… Read more »