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Tip 11: Consider Drought-Resistant Plants Water is a precious resource, especially during the hot summer months when non-drought-resistant plants need it most. Drought - resistant plants are hardy and can survive for months without watering at all if it rains often enough. This is good for the environment and for the homeowner's utility bill. Tip 12: Use a Rain Barrel to Collect Water Speaking of saving water, a planted landscape requires frequent watering. Thankfully, nature helps out with the occasional rain shower....

Tip 6: Choose Plants that are Not Poisonous to Pets Many popular landscaping plants are surprisingly toxic to our furry family members. Cats and dogs can tend to nibble on vegetation at times. The tragic illness of a beloved pet can be the horrible outcome when a landscaping job is not properly planned. If pets are part of your family, only choose pet-friendly plants.   Tip 7: Condition the Soil Before Planting Not all soil is good for plants. In...

Tip 1: Understand the Yard Before Planning the Landscape Design Take a couple of days to ascertain the amount of sunlight received by each area of your yard throughout the day before developing a plan. For yards with no trees, outbuildings, or other barriers to the sun, this task should prove easy. For other yards, it may require monitoring light levels throughout the day to determine which areas receive the most direct sunlight, and which the least. Understanding environmental conditions...