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Understanding Landscape Structures

Adding structure to your garden or backyard can take it from ordinary to extraordinary, creating spaces that are not only beautiful but also functional. Here’s a closer look at eight popular landscape structures, what they are, when to use them, and how they add value to an outdoor space.

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Kristyn Hansen Kristyn Hansen

Landscape Accessories Series: Ornaments

Garden ornaments can add a touch of whimsy, personality, and beauty to any landscape. But it can be challenging to incorporate them without making the space look cluttered, or tacky. Use these tips and ideas to help choose garden ornaments for your landscape that will stand the test of time and add personal style without sacrificing taste.

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Kristyn Hansen Kristyn Hansen

Landscape Accessories Series: Seating

After you’ve done all of the work to create a beautiful garden, don’t forget to set up spaces to sit back and enjoy it. Seating can be purely functional, creating a place to stop and enjoy some shade or a beautiful view, but it can also help to reflect the mood you are attempting to establish.

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Landscape Accessories Series: Containers

Containers can be used as a versatile design element in the landscape, adding color, texture, height, and interest to various areas. Here are some tips for using containers in fun and creative ways to add beauty and interest to your outdoor space.

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Kristyn Hansen Kristyn Hansen

Creating a Dry Creek Bed

Dry creek beds can be functional as well as beautiful! Have you ever thought of building one but don’t know where to start? Here is the process we went through to build ours, as well as some additional inspiration!

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Kristyn Hansen Kristyn Hansen

USDA Planting Zones Simplified

It may seem like a little thing, but zone numbers may make the difference between a plant’s success or failure in your garden. But why? I’m in Zone 7a. But what does that mean? I’m here to give you the simplified version of planting zones and why you need to know yours. I’ll try to keep it short and simple.

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