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How Southern California Yards Are Evolving from Lawns to Living Landscapes

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The days of wide, thirsty lawns in Southern California are slowly fading into memory. Across San Diego County and beyond, homeowners and property managers are trading turf for texture, color, and purpose. The shift isn’t just about saving water, though that’s certainly part of it. It’s about reimagining what an outdoor space can be; how it looks, how it feels, and how it fits into a changing climate and culture. A New Vision for Outdoor Living The green carpet aesthetic once defined … [Read more...]

Smart Landscape Ideas For San Diego Homeowners

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With the beautiful weather that San Diego is known for, homeowners have the advantage of enjoying their yards for a larger portion of the year than other areas of the country. However, the oftentimes dry climate also comes with challenges that are wise to acknowledge when designing and remodeling your outdoor space. Droughts have led to various levels of voluntary and mandatory water restrictions in San Diego over the years. Respecting San Diego’s natural environment when making decisions for … [Read more...]

Drought Tolerant Landscaping for San Diego Homes

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We’ve had a very wet year, as far as yearly averages are concerned, but if you’ve lived in San Diego for any length of time, you know we will have our seasons of drought. It’s only a matter of time. In areas like San Diego that have more dry years than wet years, it makes sense to install a drought tolerant landscape at your home. It may seem odd to be talking about installing a drought tolerant landscape in your yard when we’ve had so much rain, but think of it as getting ahead of the trend. … [Read more...]

5 Low-Maintenance Fruit Trees to Consider Planting This Summer in San Diego

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There’s nothing like biting into a fresh piece of fruit. And the freshest fruit available is grown on your own trees. While there are some fruit trees that require a good bit of attention, there are several that are low-maintenance and that will provide the tasty treats that you enjoy in a short amount of time. Cherries From a few small seeds that are taken from the pits of cherries, you can have your very own cherry orchard. Keep in mind that a cherry tree produces numerous small pieces of … [Read more...]

5 Hot Backyard Ideas for San Diego Homeowners

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Having a backyard is like having an empty canvas – the beauty of the end product is limited only by your resources and your imagination. The problem, however, lies in the fact that having too many options to choose from can be as limiting as not having enough of them. In order to help you make the right choice, we’ll try to cover several areas at the same time. With that in mind, here are five hot backyard ideas for you to explore. Focus on Naturalism The best way to turn your backyard into a … [Read more...]

How to Design an Eco-Friendly San Diego Backyard Oasis

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If you want to revive your neglected backyard or just improve the way you treat our planet, don’t worry. You don’t have to start from scratch and do extreme garden improvement projects. With these easy ideas, you’ll create a wonderful eco-friendly backyard oasis loved by all members of your family. Take a look. Choose Native Plants There’s no better way to create an environmentally-friendly yet beautiful backyard than to switch to local plant types. This move will provide your space with a … [Read more...]

Living in San Diego: How to Increase the Safety of Your Home

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After landing the home of your dreams in San Diego and finishing improving and decorating it to perfection, it’s time to focus on its protection. There are many ways you can protect your family and safeguard your possessions, but the key is finding the best solution that meets the unique demands of your family. Hopefully, the following tips will help you find the ideal safety option. Install an Alarm System The first step in securing your home is installing a state of the art alarm system … [Read more...]