What are some common landscaping myths? Optimal Sow Seeding Time For starters, when Springtime comes around, people automatically think, “Well, now’s the best time to replace my lawn since plants are getting ready to bloom.” Actually, the best time to sow seed and get new grass “going” would be in the fall. That’s when weeds… Read more »
During winter, the temperatures drop and storms come through Maryland, Virginia, and the Greater DC area. Sleet, ice and snow can cause trouble in so many ways, from car accidents to roof leaks and then some. What about your landscaping and plants outside your house? How will they fare this winter? Applying Fertilizer Now’s a… Read more »
Do you want to improve the curb appeal of your home? One of the best ways to do it is by coming up with a great landscaping design. You’ll be amazed by how a few trees, some flowers, and a well-manicured lawn will change the way the outside of your home looks. But before you… Read more »
Patios can be made using paver brick or concrete. Typically, a homeowner will utilize a landscape design firm, like VistaPro Landscape & Design, to figure out and then install their patio. In today’s world, where people like to make their home their sanctuary world, more and more homeowners are expanding their outdoor living spaces. They’re… Read more »
Some people think to themselves, “Well, I might as well do my own landscaping.” They go to Wal-mart and buy the cheapest stuff possible– cheap mulch, cheap plants, cheap plastic chairs… and they have every good intention of making their yard look good. However, there are some cons to DIY (do-it-yourself) landscaping. Physical Demands First… Read more »
It’s that time of year again, when leaves start to fall and people get ready to hunker down indoors for a mostly cold winter season. Before the snow flies, though, it’s a good time to do some things to your property’s landscaping, to prepare it for winter. Here’s a Fall landscaping checklist of 10 tips:… Read more »
What is a pergola? It’s an archway in a garden, park or yard that’s made of a framework covered with trained climbing or trailing plants. VistaPro Landscape & Design recommends adding a pergola to your outdoor living space if you want to enhance the look and feel of that space. Pergolas add a nice visual… 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 »
Having a pool is a big responsibility. Here are some swimming pool safety tips to help ensure you and your guests stay safe this summer… and future summers. Add a Protective Barrier For starters, there should be a barrier surrounding your pool especially if you have kids or kids live nearby. The worst news a… Read more »
Want to make a pool more active than passive? Then add a waterslide! Waterslides can be enjoyed by kids and adults alike. They’re meant to be fun, and they are, because they make for a unique way to get into a pool. Are you ready for that kind of splash? VistaPro Landscape & Design enhances… Read more »