If you recently bought a house, you probably can’t wait for spring to come. You’ve already personalized the home itself- when the snow and ice disappear for another season, you can start planting flowers and adding some landscaping touches that make the place even more ‘yours.’ Like many new homeowners, you may be on a …
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The deep freeze has been holding off so far, so you’re spending more time outside. All that extra fresh air has you thinking about spring, and how amazing your backyard would look if it had a makeover. The solution? Create a landscape design plan now so that you can spring (pun intended) into action when …
For the kids, winter is all about sledding and snow days. It’s not as much fun for grownups- not only do we have to shovel those drifts, but we also have to clear ice from every walking surface. Some use rock salt for this purpose while others use ice melter, but which is better? In …
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We’ve got a few months of winter ahead of us yet, so no one can blame you for daydreaming about building your dream pool this spring. Although construction won’t begin for awhile yet, there are still things you can do to start the project off on the right foot. In this blog, the pool experts …
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We’re well into January, although you’d never guess it with the above-average temperatures we’re currently experiencing in Southwestern Ontario! While the cold and snow will likely return soon enough, this respite has many of us fantasizing about spring pursuits like gardening. Although most of your gardening work has to wait for warmer weather, there are …
When you hear the word ‘Christmas decorations,’ what comes to mind? A blow-up Santa and reindeer in the front yard? Multi-coloured outdoor lights? A huge and glittery tree that dominates your living room window? While these are all popular seasonal choices, they’re not for everyone. What if you prefer a more sophisticated and natural holiday …
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The first snow of the season has come and gone, but it’s still inspired a lot of us to take out our holiday lights at last. Not only does this decision jump-start the holiday spirit, but there’s something really magical about seeing their warm glow light up the night once they’re in place. While some …
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When there’s a mountain of snow on the ground, it’s easy to assume that your lawn doesn’t require much care. While it’s true that you have fewer maintenance obligations in the winter, it doesn’t mean that your yard doesn’t need some extra TLC when it’s chilly outside. In this blog, we share some tips for …
Ontario winters are harsh on hardscapes. Snow drifts can bury your fountains or conceal the edges of your pergola, putting them at risk of being damaged by snow removal equipment. When the temperatures plunge below freezing for weeks at a time, your stone pathways and other rock decor can crack and split. Fortunately, you can …
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The long, hot days of summer are over and we’re seeing pumpkins on porches and leaves on lawns. By the time you read this, it’s likely going to be pretty chilly too. However, the snow’s not here yet, so you have time to prep your yard for the cold months ahead. In this blog, we’ll …
