Category: Landscaping

When you have dogs or small children that like to eat or pull out the plants in your lawn, it may be time to consider creating a raised garden bed.  This way dogs and kiddos can’t kill your newly created landscape. A raised garden bed is simple to do and a great way to get into landscaping. This would also be an excellent option for small spaces like townhomes or homeowners wanting to do landscaping in a small backyard.  However, even homeowners with large lots can appreciate a raised garden bed. It creates an organized and neat garden. Great way to display plants and crops. You can be as fancy in your garden beds as you want to get. You can consult with a few landscaping companies if you want it to be perfect.  I find as well to do my own research, plan out my landscapes, and then get to work.  

Gardening in a Container

Gardening Containers are the best-raised garden beds for all needs even for apartment residents and condo owners. If you use multiple containers, you can create a diverse compilation of plants.  I like to look for hanging planters or trellises to increase the space. If you have a larger space, then large containers can be added to your landscape to add more texture and increase space, making the area even more productive.

How to Build a Raised Garden Bed

If you want a larger container than the ones you already bought, you can combine the garden bed or build your own raised bed in a few steps.  

1. Location.
   Choose a sunny location with enough room.  Also, be sure it is accessible from all sides to ensure ease of landscaping and maintenance.  This makes it also very convenient for watering. 
2. Materials.
   Wood materials are the most common options people tend to make their raised garden beds out of.  However, you may want to choose Bricks, concrete blocks or paving stones layered up to make a more elegant garden bed.
3. Garden Bed Border.
   It’s best to use string or spray paint to outline where the bed will be in the yard. Rectangle-shaped garden beds are the most popular, but you can create square, circular, or any shape that you want.  
4. Remove Sod. It is best to remove any sod away from the bed.  I would suggest tilling the soil under the sod to help kill weeds.  
5. Weed barrier fabric.
   It is best to line the bed with weed barrier fabric or a layer of cardboard or newspapers to reduce weeds and make the garden easier to maintain.
6. Create a Raised Garden Bed.
   It is important to be sure the sides of the bed are at least 8-12 inches taller than the surrounding area to provide adequate space for your garden to grow.
7. Soil Time.
   Fill your newly constructed raised garden with soil. You can find the best soil will be blended with compost or other organic matter to provide superior nutrition to young plants.  It is best to fill within 1-2 inches of the top of the frame. 
8. Create your Oasis!
   It is time to add the plants or crops you desire.  You can add Stakes, poles, cages or other supports.
9. Irrigation.
   Water your new garden!
10. Mulch
    Finally, add a layer of mulch to protect newly planted seeds and prevent weeds from coming in. 

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An ordinary-looking house can be completely transformed by a beautifully designed lawn. A quality landscaping job will enhance your living space outdoors and increase your home’s value. A beautiful landscape has many benefits, but how do you make sure you get that beauty?

It can be difficult to find the right landscaping company for the job. Yes, with the huge selection of Landscaping Companies in Tacoma, Washington, and surrounding communities, it likely seems a little intimidating.  So, How do you choose your home’s best landscape contractor? Knowing your yard and your house are in good hands, obey these five tips and rest comfortably.

How to Decide?

Do your homework 

Study and compare your local landscaper choices. Landscapers offering incredibly low rates should throw red flags because you usually get what you’re paying for. Look for companies with expertise in a variety of services that can provide good feedback from past customers with the same needs as you. Check reviews on Google, websites, blogs, accounts on social media, and other review sites such as Yelp or NextDoor.

Know What You Want

Make sure you have a clear picture of what you are looking for and be sure to express the image to your prospective contractors in the environment to see how they react to your vision.  Put it on paper with all your desires and needs. That way you don’t forget a detail. Compare this list with each contractor’s products and experiences to ensure they fit your project.

Be Open-Minded

Keep your options open to a range of contractors. They vary according to size, price, area of service, and specialties. Landscape firms can also be named lawn care firms, landscape design, or maintenance firms for landscaping. Be sure to include in your searches all these types of companies to include NW Landscape Management.

Regardless of what they call themselves, make sure that only skilled professionals are considered. Keep these things in mind when deciding whether a firm is reputable: the length of time the company has been in operation, reviews, and years of experience.  Any negative reviews on the Better Business Bureau (BBB) is a red flag and probably should avoid that Landscaping Company.

Ask Around 

There’s a reason why sites like NextDoor and Angie’s list have become so popular, as nothing is more trustworthy than past clients ‘ opinions. Speak to your community’s friends, relatives, neighbors, and others. When you find a negative review, dig deeper to figure out what caused the bad experience.

A landscaping contractor can have all the skills in the world, but if they can’t talk to you and understand your needs, you’re going to be in for a long and frustrating adventure.

Qualities to Look For?

• Good communication skills 
• Patience and understanding of your needs 
• Able and willing to work with you and your ideas 
• Creativity 

Choosing the right landscaping contractor in Tacoma, Washington can be hard enough with the number of contractors, take your time to choose the right one.  It is crucial to your project’s success. Finding the right contractor will make the experience run smooth and stress-free, with the skills and expertise needed to make the ideas a reality.