When I tell people that I'm the landscaper who looks after our team's football field they are really impressed, and a little jealous. I don't think they know how much work it is though - it's definitely trickier than keeping your backyard looking green. Not only does my football field need to look lush, it also needs to be perfectly even so that the ball doesn't bounce at crazy angles, and not so soft that the players boots sink in. I need to keep up with all of the latest tricks that landscapers have, and I write these up here so that everyone can give them a try on their own fields.
1 October 2021
Adding a miniature pondless waterfall to your lawn has various benefits, such as attracting birds to your home, producing soothing water sounds and enhancing property value. However, most homeowners consider installing a pondless waterfall an expensive project, thanks to landscaping magazines and websites that feature intricately designed water fountains. While it is true that some designs are expensive, a pondless waterfall is affordable. Notably, you can easily install a low-cost pondless waterfall as a DIY project.
17 June 2021
There are many different types of lawnmowers that have existed over the years, but none can really compete with the latest few generations that appeal to any type of gardener, from the reluctant teenager who has to mow the lawn as one of their chores to the enthusiastic older green thumb whose body is stopping them from being as active as they would wish. If you are considering buying a lawnmower, then here are a few reasons why you should consider the newest lawnmowers before you look at the back catalogue.
14 January 2021
Here are a couple of matters you should consider quite carefully before starting a landscaping project. How long you'll have to wait for your plants to grow You should check how long it will take each of the plants you're going to add to the garden to grow. Many plants take weeks to germinate, months to bloom and several years to fully mature. If you don't want to wait months to see some colourful blossoms in your garden, you might need to swap some of your seeds for ones that are fast-growing.