Tips
Retaining Wall/Paving Stone Tips
- It's easy to get sidetracked by how great your yard will look once you've installed your retaining wall or paving stones. Careful consideration for drainage, foundation and securing the product is key to long lasting results, and proper preparation will ensure that the beauty will last beyond a couple seasons.
- Enhance the look of your retaining wall system by adding specialized lighting. You can install it yourself, please contact us for details.
- Print off our handy installation guide and draw out a plan for your retaining wall or paving stone project. Bring it with you when you come in and we'll make sure you have your bases covered.
Water Gardening Tips
- A pond, fountain or water garden can be easy to install however proper planning and research goes along way to eliminate problems and ensure the success of your aquatic oasis. Choose a water feature that is best suited to your needs, and then plan accordingly with the space you have to work with. Know the size and location of the water feature you want before purchasing supplies – that way you'll get the right product for the job. Ask our staff to help you plan it out.
- Hot weather means increased evaporation in the summer. Remember to top up your pond during dry spells and heat waves.
- Many aquatic perennials can survive the harsh Canadian winter. Be sure that the water is at the correct level for the depth and size of your pond. Follow the right steps and your water garden will spring back after its winter dormancy.
Gardening Tips
- Late getting to your gardening or lawn? Plants, sod or lawn seed can still be planted throughout the month of May as long as the soil is tilled, properly fertilized and well prepared. Check out our Garden Centre for more advice on products and plants that will help you achieve the look you want in just a couple short months.
- Reap the benefits of a blended garden by planting vegetables and herbs with your flowering plants and greenery. In fact, many plants are natural pest deterrents and help protect your garden. Get more out of your garden and still have the colourful oasis that you love to admire.
Rock Garden Tips
- Rock gardens are an easy way to add character to your yard but they can also be a great solution for problem areas such as rocky terrain, slopes, heavily shaded areas or arid spots.
- Xeriscaping is quickly becoming very popular with avid gardeners and nature lovers. If water conservation or low maintenance is a priority for you then try it out. Xeriscaping sounds technical but all that is involved is the placement of rocks (whatever size, colour, texture you want) and then adding drought-tolerant plants in the mix. The possibilities are quite vast, you can achieve a very modern and minimalist look or a recreate an alpine cottage get away.
- Rock gardens are very low maintenance however preparation work before placing rocks and boulders will make your life even simpler. Packing down the soil before placing rocks will reduce movement and settling potential. Follow the compaction with laying down landscaping fabric to prevent pesky weeds from infiltrating your rock garden.
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Instructions
Edging Installation
- Installing edging for concrete and clay pavers
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Learn how to install paving stones
- Do-it-yourself instructions and tips on installing paving
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Creating structural supports for your garden
- A detailed guide to building retaining walls
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