Posts with tag grass

When you're selling your home, good curb appeal invites buyers inside. But landscaping expenses don't pay homeowners back as much as interior upgrades can. Knowing this, many homeowners are confused over how much effort to put into landscaping when selling their home. "You don't want to spend a lot of money on your yard... Continue Reading »

Not having private outdoor space has its perks. You don't have to feel guilty that you missed the early planting window for crocuses, then tulips, then finally tomatoes. You never have to think about buying mulch or cutting the grass. And outdoor furniture is one expense you never need to consider. And who wants to invest... Continue Reading »

Now that you've stowed away winter's wooly socks and skid-free slippers, your bare feet are likely touching polished wood or worn-down carpeting – so why not add a touch of grass. Spring has sprung and the urge to spruce up your interiors has no doubt crept into your psyche. One glorious spring/summer pastime is... Continue Reading »

Southern California residents have not one, but two thousand more reasons to rip out their water-wasting turf: a check in the mail. The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) and a handful of other utility companies are paying SoCal residents to rip out their suburban lawns. In exchange, homeowners are required... Continue Reading »

Green roofs are pretty, energy-efficient, and easy to understand. But they're expensive to set up and often can't coexist with a house design due to load-bearing issues. So why not green your driveway instead? A landscaped (or 'living') driveway sucks up rainwater, which decreases the amount of runoff that is routed to... Continue Reading »