5 Patio Essentials When Designing Your Backyard
Designing your backyard patio is a pretty fun project, but there is a lot to consider when you get into the details. There are a few essentials to consider in your design that will make your Des Moines backyard patio into an outdoor escape you’ll never want to leave. Outdoor Kitchen & Food Prep Space […]
The Best Landscape Border Materials for the Long Haul
When you plan your landscaping, you are planning for the long term. You want everything, especially border edging, to last as long as possible—no matter what Mother Nature throws at it. Since landscaping is often one of the most significant investments you’ll make in your property, it can feel like you’ve wasted money if products […]
Working with a Landscape Pro- Your Questions Answered
When it’s time to consider a new landscaping project, you need to know the basics of how to work with a landscape professional. What is the consultation process? How long will it take? And how much is all of this going to cost? Our resident landscape expert Keegan Lare, shares his advice on what to […]
The Best Living Holiday Ornaments & Inspiration
Adding living plants to your holiday Christmas decor is easier than it might seem. Incorporating live plants into your holiday decor brings a sense of vibrancy and natural beauty that you just can’t get with artificial plants. We’ve put together a festive list of our favorite ways to decorate with live holiday ornaments in Iowa, […]
How to Make Your Holiday Greenery Last
Festive evergreen boughs are the foundation of so many gorgeous holiday arrangements. They show up everywhere in your seasonal decor—from bouquets to wreaths, planters to garlands. Not only are evergreen cuttings beautiful, but their scents are hallmarks of the season. The only downside is they tend to dry out extremely fast and start dropping needles […]
Top New Edibles of 2019
Just because our edible gardens are incredibly functional doesn’t mean that they can’t contribute to our summertime aesthetic at home. With all of these hot new favorites of 2019 your garden and dinner table will be bursting with style and grace – perfect for making a home you enjoy with your family and guests.
Top New Annuals 2019
Our annual gardens are where the hottest of trends get to shine every year. Many years we have our favorites from seasons past holding over to grace our gardens once again, but the temporary nature of annuals has us excited to try new things each year to capitalize on new trends without any risk!
Succulent Crafts
Get your creative juices flowing and have a hand at one of these succulent crafts that are sure to showcase your personality and aesthetic better than any pot.
Must-Have Houseplants
Houseplants have evolved. From something you shove in a corner and dutifully care for out of guilt, into living and breathing trendy decor statements. Now very much in vogue, there are so many new opportunities to choose a houseplant that is not only stylish, but also matches your aesthetic and lifestyle. Each one of these […]
Pathways
Pathways are a beautiful and practical addition to your yard. Creating a pathway can impact everything.