Author: Allentuck Landscaping

5 Essential Elements for an Amazing Outdoor Design

Insights Into How To Create An Amazing Outdoor Design Quality outdoor design can transform your outdoor space into a captivating oasis involves a careful blend of design elements that cater to both aesthetics and functionality. From the warmth of a fire pit to the allure of outdoor lighting, the freshness of greenery, the comfort of shade under a pergola, and the practicality of an outdoor kitchen, these five components can

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7 Front Walkway Ideas To Make Your Home More Welcoming

These Front Walkway Ideas Will Make You Glad To Come Home Making your home feel brand new can be as simple as updating the curb appeal. At Allentuck Landscaping, we’ve designed and installed a variety of front walkways over the years, and today we’ve gathered a few of our favorites to showcase. Each walkway features a unique pattern or material combination. We hope these front walkway ideas spark some brilliant

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6 Wonderful Plants For A Deer Resistant Screen

Got deer and need screening? Here is a list of 6 wonderful plants for a deer resistant screen. Whether you’re looking to block off an ugly view, dampen noise pollution, or you simply desire some solitude, sometimes you just need a bit more privacy. There are many natural ways to enclose your property that are both visually pleasing and effective. These 6 plants are great screening options, even if you

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Why Garden Plants Turn Yellow?

Why Are My Garden Plants Turning Yellow? Unless a plant is meant to be yellow in color (i.e. Gold Dust Plant, Variegated Yucca), yellow leaves are a signal to gardeners that something has gone wrong. Yellowing of the leaves (Chlorosis) can point to a wide variety of health problems, but luckily there are a few tricks to get to the root of the issue. The pattern of yellowing, for example,

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8 Creative LED Landscape Lighting Ideas to Transform Your Home

Best LED Landscape Lighting Ideas for Your Home Landscape lighting can transform your outdoor space, enhancing its beauty and creating a welcoming atmosphere. LED landscape lighting, in particular, offers energy efficiency and longevity, making it a smart investment. In this article, we’ll explore eight LED landscape lighting ideas to elevate your home’s exterior. What is LED Lighting? LED (Light Emitting Diode) lighting is a low-voltage, energy-efficient lighting option. While it

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Grading and Yard Drainage: How To Improve Your Home’s Drainage

Proper Grading Is Critical for Improving Yard Drainage Grading and yard drainage are two important factors to consider when maintaining a healthy and attractive home landscape. Without proper grading, water can pool in areas of your lawn and cause damage to the grass, soil, and plants. Improving your home’s yard drainage is essential for keeping your yard looking its best and avoiding costly repairs to landscaping features or even your

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How To Design An Amazing Outdoor Kitchen

Outdoor kitchens have become increasingly popular in recent years, and for good reason. They allow you to enjoy cooking and dining al fresco, while also adding value to your home. But, designing an outdoor kitchen can be a daunting task, especially if you’re not sure where to start. Here are some tips for creating a functional and beautiful outdoor kitchen that will be the envy of all your neighbors. Start

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7 Common Spring Pests In Maryland Gardens

As the weather warms up and spring approaches, many gardeners in Maryland are eagerly planning their spring garden. However, as beautiful as ornamental plants can be, they are also susceptible to a variety of common spring pests that can harm their health and appearance. From scale insects to spider mites, thrips, mealybugs, and whiteflies, there are many pests that can attack and damage ornamental garden plants in Maryland. In this

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Keys To A Low-Maintenance Garden

Time is a valuable commodity these days. Most homeowners are looking for ways to reduce the amount of time and effort they have to spend maintaining their landscape beds. Fortunately, there are several ways to accomplish this goal. Choose Low-Maintenance Plants One of the most effective ways to reduce maintenance in your landscape beds is to choose plants that require minimal care. Look for plants that do not require pruning

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How To Have A Beautiful Pesticide-Free Lawn

We often get asked; “Can we have a thick, green lawn without dangerous pesticides and lots of fertilizers?” The answer is a very strong – YES! That is, if you follow a recipe of correct cultural practices. The following practices are key to a pesticide-free lawn. Mowing at the proper height Maintaining the soil pH Aerating and overseeding annually And our secret ingredient, using bionutrients Mowing At The Proper Height

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