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2019 Summer Trends in Landscaping and Hardscaping for Illinois and Iowa

  • June 17, 2019
  • Editor:Trends
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We know. Summer has taken its fine time getting here this year. But there has been a glimmer of hope the past few weeks. A few warm days that make us want to spend time outside in our yards. So now seems like a great time to talk about this year’s trends to get you dreaming up a better space to spend that time in. These are all the landscaping and hardscaping trends that we see are big this year, and going nowhere fast. We believe all of these trends will take us right into 2020! Outdoor Kitchens

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Use Your Landscaping to Help with Flooding

We are getting hit with a lot of rain this time of year. For many of us, our basements are also getting hit with a lot of water. Whether you’re looking at damp corners or a full-on flooded basement, there are a few things that you can be doing with your landscaping to help minimize flooding. Let’s take a look at the options available to you that might just save your basement this spring. Permeable Pavers or Gravel Driveways When you think about a concrete driveway, it makes sense how it can…

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Spring Outdoor Living Area Ideas

Spring is here, and if you haven’t started planning your outdoor living area or poolscaping, it’s time to start! With graduation and summer parties coming up fast, outdoor living areas can be a great place to entertain your guests. Plus, poolscaping makes your existing pool a beautiful place to relax and unwind on hot summer days. Learn more about some of the options that Outdoor Innovations offers for your outdoor living area. Poolscaping If you notice that you have cracked, uneven concrete surrounding your pool, you may benefit from poolscaping. Poolscaping, or…

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Happiness Is Just Outside Your Back Door

Happiness is one of the most researched and studied topics in the world. Even though what makes each of us happy may be different. There is a common thread that at least for most people has an undeniable effect on our happiness. What is it? Nature, being outdoors, exposed to the sights, sounds, smells, and feels of the outdoors has a profound effect on our physical and mental health. Spend Time Outdoors and Reduce Stress Spending time outdoors can reduce many forms of stress, inflammation, fatigue, anxiety and even improve focus, and lead…

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Plan Your Landscape Design Now for Spring

Once the winter season rolls around, most people put landscaping out of their minds. The ground is frozen, covered in snow, and there aren’t any plants alive. However, in reality, it’s the perfect time to think about your landscaping for the spring season. Whether you’re looking to retain your current design and get your scheduling in early, or you’re looking to spice up your yard, winter is a great time to start planning your landscape design and getting in contact with your landscape company. What should you know before calling?

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Get Your Landscaping Ready for Winter

The weather is getting colder, and that means that plants and your landscaping are starting to die. How can you ease the transition from fall to winter and winter to spring? Consider these few tips that will get your landscaping prepared and ready for winter. Give Your Plants Nutrients Your plants need vital nutrients to stay happy and healthy, and your soil needs the same. If you have a compost pile, you’re a step ahead of the game. If you’ve been keeping up with your composting, you can use what is…

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Outdoor Fire Pits for Fall Entertaining

It’s that time of year again! Time to enjoy the beautiful fall weather on your lawn with your fire pit. You and your friends can sit around it and enjoy the warmth while you sip on cider and watch the leaves fall in the warm glow. Your custom-built outdoor fire pit will impress your friends and family. Outdoor fire pits are a wonderful addition to any home, and they are especially great in the fall season. Hardscaping vs. Store Bought It may be tempting to just go to the store…

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Watering Plants the First Year and Beyond

This topic seems to be something that continually comes up. Sometimes we have folks who don’t always understand watering plants or sod. This is okay! We all start somewhere, but it’s important to remember that plants and trees are living objects. They are like your children and pets. You feed and water your children and pets regularly, so why not your trees, plants, and sod? I recently told a customer to water every day through this hot and dry weather we have been having. They said, “Even on the weekends?” Yes, readers, even on the weekends! Successful Yards Come…

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Landscape Pavers are a Versatile Addition to Your Property

When you look out at your yard, does it look nice but seem to be missing that professional touch? Do you want your driveway to give your home curb appeal and stand out from the rest of the homes on the block? How about giving your patio or sidewalk an upgrade? Landscape pavers are the perfect option to add that professional touch to your property, and they’re versatile enough that they can be used in many different areas. Uses of Landscape Pavers One of the ways that you can use landscape pavers is to…

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Spring Garden Design Ideas

It’s finally spring, even if it does feel like the weather has skipped directly into summer on certain days. However, warmer weather means more time spent in the sunshine and outdoors. If your garden design, or lack thereof, is becoming an eyesore, we’d love to give you some design inspiration and ideas. Meditative Places The big trend in 2018 is mindfulness, and why not bring that concept to your garden design as well? If anything, the garden and lawn should be one of the most peaceful places on your property, where you can get…

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