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Here in Boalsburg (Zone 6b), low beds work best when plants stay compact, knit together, and handle a few local realities: deer pressure, freeze–thaw heave, and the splash of road salt near drives and sidewalks. This guide focuses on low-growing plants for landscaping that stay under roughly 18 inches. If you're mapping out a path, a curb strip, or the front edge of a bed, the goal is the same: reliable cover that supports your   landscape design  without becoming another wee

Lavender is prized for its fragrance, color, and ability to attract pollinators, but that doesn't stop some gardeners from asking: are lavender invasive in certain environments? It's a fair question, especially when planning long-term planting with ecological balance in mind. In this blog, we'll explore how cultivated lavender fits into your   landscape design  depending on your region, what "invasive" really means, and how to enjoy lavender's benefits without disrupting loca

Twilight settles differently in State College. Long summer nights invite lingering on the patio; crisp fall air sharpens the silhouettes of trees and stone. With thoughtful   landscape design , those moments don’t end at sunset. Instead, they shift into a calm, well-lit scene that feels welcoming and finished. The benefits go beyond amazing looks. Smart landscape lighting in State College setups makes steps and edges easier to navigate, extends how long you can enjoy outdoor

If you’ve been googling “when is the best time to dethatch your lawn,” here’s the plain answer: do it when the grass is actively growing...

Smart  landscape design  in Pennsylvania leans on ground covers to do quiet, essential work: hold soil on slopes, cut down weeds, and...

Boalsburg sits in Zone 6a/6b—real winter cold, freeze–thaw, road salt at parking lot edges, and hot, often dry late summers. Smart...

If you’re wondering when to overseed your lawn in PA, the short answer is late summer into early fall when the days are cooler and the...

Wood chips do three big jobs at once—hold soil moisture, moderate temperature, and suppress weeds—while slowly improving soil life as...

You’re not the only one asking this every year: What’s the best time to aerate the lawn here in PA?  Here’s the simple answer we give our...

When choosing the right greenery for your yard, native bushes in PA offer a win-win. They’re beautiful and built to thrive here. Because...

When you're planning a garden—a patch of veggies by the patio or maybe a vibrant flower bed out front—what’s under your feet matters just...

A well-designed patio is the heart of your outdoor living space, and what takes it from basic to breathtaking is smart, thoughtful...