16 plain-English guides on cost, lawns, planting, watering, drainage, patios, lighting, hiring and seasonal care, written for Middle Tennessee yards.
Every guide is written to be useful whether or not you ever call us.
8 min readLandscaping Cost GuideWhat goes into the price of a landscape project in Nashville, why quotes differ and how to compare them fairly.Read the guide 
7 min readHiring GuideWhat to ask, what to look for in a written scope and how to compare landscapers on more than the…Read the guide 
7 min readLawn Care CalendarA month-by-month guide to feeding, weed control, mowing, seeding and watering for fescue, bermuda and zoysia lawns.Read the guide 
6 min readWhen to PlantFall is the sleeper season for planting. Here is what to plant when for the best roots and the least…Read the guide 
7 min readChoosing a GrassSun, shade, traffic and winter color decide which grass fits your yard. Here is how to choose.Read the guide 
7 min readWatering GuideDeep, early and less often is the rule. Here is how much, how often and what to adjust for clay…Read the guide 
6 min readBrown or Thin LawnDrought, disease, grubs, shade and compaction all turn grass brown or thin. Here is how to tell them apart.Read the guide 
7 min readLandscape Design StepsFrom a site walk to a phased build plan: a practical way to design a yard you will love and…Read the guide 
7 min readPatio Materials ComparedThree popular patio surfaces compared by look, durability, repair, comfort and cost so you can choose with confidence.Read the guide 
7 min readFixing Yard DrainageStanding water, soggy lawns and wet foundations have causes you can find and fix. Here is where to start.Read the guide 
6 min readHow Much MulchMeasure the bed, choose a depth and convert to cubic yards. Here is the simple math and the common mistakes.Read the guide 
6 min readDeer and Drought PlantsTough plants for hot summers and hungry deer. Here are reliable choices for sun, shade and every bed.Read the guide 
7 min readOutdoor Living PlanningPatio, kitchen, fire pit, shade and lighting: how to plan an outdoor space you will use all year.Read the guide 
6 min readNew Tree and Shrub CareWater, mulch and patience: the first two years decide whether a new tree thrives. Here is the routine.Read the guide 
6 min readWinter Landscape CarePrepare plants, lawn and irrigation for freezing weather, and use winter for pruning and planning.Read the guide 
6 min readLighting PlanningLayers, fixtures, color temperature and controls: a practical plan for a safe, beautiful yard at night.Read the guide Call us and we will walk your yard, check the soil, sun and drainage and give you a clear plan and a written scope for new landscaping, lawn care or outdoor living.
