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How Long Will Sod Last on a Pallet?

March 7, 2023October 23, 2022 by Jamie
How Long Will Sod Last on a Pallet

Whether you are staring at a sea of dirt around your newly-built home, or have an existing lawn in dire need of renewal, rolled sods are the quickest way to achieve a velvety green expanse … Read more

Categories Lawn & Garden, Lawn Care

How Much Sod Can 1 Person Lay in 1 Day?

March 26, 2023October 23, 2022 by Janice Lundy
How Much Sod Can 1 Person Lay in 1 Day

A lush, velvety lawn has long been considered essential for home landscaping, and the easiest way to achieve it is by installing sods. However, laying sod is a demanding physical task, and one that requires … Read more

Categories Lawn & Garden, Lawn Care

10 Types of Trees with Thorns

March 26, 2023October 23, 2022 by Janice Lundy
Types of Trees with Thorns

While at first glance you may think that trees with thorns would not be among the most attractive of species to grow, you may be surprised to discover that some of the most popular trees … Read more

Categories Gardening, Lawn & Garden

Buffalo Grass (St Augustine) Vs Kikuyu: Grass Comparison

March 7, 2023October 23, 2022 by Jamie
Buffalo Grass (St Augustine) Vs Kikuyu

When you face high heat, extended dry periods, and other punishing conditions, picking the right turfgrass is essential. St Augustine and Kikuyu are the two most popular turfgrasses in Australia, but since they both have … Read more

Categories Grass Guides

19 Types of Fruit Trees in Florida

March 7, 2023October 23, 2022 by Jamie
Types of Fruit Trees in Florida

Florida, the most southeastern state in the United States of America (USA), is known for Disney land, its tropical terrain, and the Miami botanical garden, amongst other things. Due to its climate, the state has … Read more

Categories Gardening, Lawn & Garden

10 Ways to Keep Squirrels Out of Fruit Trees

March 7, 2023October 11, 2022 by Jamie
Ways to Keep Squirrels Out of Fruit Trees

Whether a new hobbyist or avid gardener, you’ve put in effort sourcing, planting, pruning, and caring for your fruit trees. The last thing you want to hear is the scuttle of Squirrels potentially playing, fighting … Read more

Categories Lawn & Garden

Polywood vs Trex Outdoor Furniture | What’s the Difference?

March 7, 2023October 11, 2022 by Jamie
Polywood vs Trex Outdoor Furniture comparison guide

Polywood and Trex are retailers that focus specifically on outdoor furniture. Polywood was the first company to create outdoor furniture using recycled materials in 1990, and its eco-friendly mission has inspired other companies ever since. … Read more

Categories Outdoor Furniture

Kikuyu Grass Guide: What It Is And How To Grow It

March 7, 2023October 11, 2022 by Jamie
Kikuyu Grass Guide

Either hailed as a dream grass or despised as an aggressively invasive weed, Kikuyu grass is controversial. While it grows densely, survives hot droughts, and is even budget-friendly, Kikuyu grass can also be terribly invasive … Read more

Categories Grass Guides, Lawn & Garden, Lawn Care

10 Best Bird Safe Wood Sealers for Birdhouses in 2025

January 27, 2025October 3, 2022 by Jamie
Best Bird Safe Wood Sealers for Birdhouses

If you have a birdhouse in your yard, it may be a good idea to seal it to protect it. But what kind of products can you use to seal your birdhouse?  This article will … Read more

Categories Buyers Guide, Exterior Wood

5 Best Types of Wood to Build Outdoor Signs

March 7, 2023September 30, 2022 by Jamie
wood for signs

If you are building a wooden sign that will be displayed outdoors, the first thing you need to do is decide which type of wood to use. Different types of wood are best suited to … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Exterior Wood
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