Top 5 Common Issues When Installing a Water Feature and How to Avoid Them
Water features can add beauty, tranquility, and value to any outdoor space. However, installing them requires careful planning and execution to avoid potential issues that can arise during the process.
Top 5 Lawn Fertilizer and Weed Control Treatment Issues and How to Avoid Them
Maintaining a lush, healthy lawn requires careful attention to fertilization and weed control. However, several issues can arise during these treatments, leading to undesirable outcomes. Understanding these common problems and implementing preventive measures is crucial for achieving the best-looking lawn.
Mastering Plant Installation: Strategies to Overcome Common Landscaping Challenges
Plant installations are pivotal moments in landscaping projects, promising lush greenery and enhanced curb appeal. However, amidst the value plants provide, challenges can arise that threaten the success and longevity of your landscape.
Understanding the Safety of Fertilizers and Weed Control Chemicals: Tips to Protect Your Family, Pets, and Environment
Fertilizers and weed control chemicals are common products in maintaining healthy lawns and gardens. However, ensuring they are used safely and appropriately is paramount to protect your family, pets, and the environment.
Avoid These Top 5 Lawn Mowing Mistakes for a Greener, "Healthier Yard"
Achieving a perfectly manicured lawn requires more than just a good lawnmower and some elbow grease. In fact, many people unknowingly make common mistakes that can hinder the health and appearance of their grass.
Unveiling the Distinctions Between Solar and Low Voltage Landscape Lighting
In the realm of landscape design, lighting plays a pivotal role in enhancing the beauty and functionality of outdoor spaces. When it comes to illuminating your landscape or pathway, two popular choices emerge: solar landscape lighting and low voltage landscape lighting.
Avoiding Costly Errors: Top 5 Mistakes Contractors Make When Installing Retaining Walls
Retaining walls play a crucial role in supporting soil and preventing erosion, making them a vital element in landscaping and construction projects. However, there can be mistakes made when installing a retaining wall potentially leading to structural issues and costly repairs down the line.
Avoid These Top 5 Common Mistakes in Paver Installation for a Lasting Outdoor Project
When it comes to enhancing outdoor spaces, pavers are a popular choice for their durability, versatility, and aesthetic appeal. However, contractors can make mistakes during the installation process. Understanding the components of a paver installation that often lead to failure will help you better understand the key questions to ask your contractor.
How to deer proof your landscape?
Deer can be a charming sight in the wild, but when they start feasting on your carefully nurtured plants, it can quickly become a frustrating experience for any gardener. In this guide, we'll explore effective strategies to deter deer from making a meal out of your garden.
5 Top Landscaping Trends for 2024
Sustainable landscaping creates a visually appealing and functional outdoor space while minimizing negative impacts on the environmental.
Don't Delay Your Landscaping Dreams!
Are you dreaming of backyard oasis, an outdoor space for entertaining, or a stunning landscape makeover? The good news is that you don't have to put your landscaping dreams on hold any longer! At Golden Wolf Landscape & Design we understand that turning your outdoor vision into reality can be a significant investment. That's why we're excited to offer flexible payment options to make your dream landscape more achievable than ever.
What should I look for when hiring a landscape designer?
Working with a professional landscape designer can be a very rewarding experience. Professional designers turn your ideas into reality and can avoid costly mistakes in the process through proper planning.
Is winter a good time to start planning a landscape project?
The short answer: Yes! Depending on your vision, planning your project can be a several-month process. Propper planning allows for successful installation. When you have the Winter to plan out your spring or summer landscaping project(s), utilize the colder months to contact local landscapers, get pricing, start a design, and solidify your spot on next year's schedule.
Advantages of a Lawn Care Maintenance Agreement
Advantages of a lawn care maintenance agreement.
A lawn care maintenance agreement is a contract between a property owner and a professional lawn care service provider that outlines the terms and conditions of the ongoing care and maintenance of the property's lawn and landscaping
Your fall landscaping and hardscaping questions answered.
Is it a good idea to plant trees and shrubs in fall?
The cooler temperatures and consistent rainfall help new plants develop healthy root systems and give new shrubs and trees time to rest during the winter, ready to come out blazing in spring.
Your top 4 Fall Lawn Questions, Answered!
At Golden Wolf Landscape and Design, we are often asked questions about fall lawn care. We are happy to share are expertise with you to help you make good decision about your lawn. Care. Here are a few of our most asked questions.
Summer Has Come to an End and Fall is Upon Us
The summer has come to an end and fall is upon us. At this point you are feeling like so many others, tired of dealing with your lawn. If you want a beautiful lawn and landscape, come spring there is still work to be done. Don’t pack up the mower just yet, there is more weekend work to be done!
Heavy Rainfall and Proper Drainage
We have seen heavy rains and winds over the last few weeks. Are you noticing puddles forming in your yard, pooling of water around your foundation or eroding of your landscaping? A good drainage system is an integral part of keeping your yard and landscape attractive and functional. Without proper drainage, all the time, effort, and money spent on landscaping can be wasted due to improper drainage.
Fall Clean Up
The summer is ending, and you are tired of mowing, watering, weeding and mulching. After summer winds down, many homeowners tend to put lawn care on the back burner until spring blooms anew. While this is a natural reaction to a new season, taking the time to put your lawn and landscape “to bed” in the fall will help you reap the rewards next growing season. Give your lawn a healthy start next spring by managing fall clean up tasks.
Fall is a Great Time to Plant
While spring is an exciting time to get outside plant, mulch, plan your new patio and get your yard ready for spring and summer, the fall is equally as good of a time to make fall additions to your landscape, plant new trees and shrubs, and build a firepit for those chilly evenings!