The elements make a big mess of the hard surfaces around your home. Even just normal use of these surfaces can make it hard for you to keep them looking beautiful and like-new. One key area of concern is the patio. Power washing patio surfaces is one of the best ways to maintain it long…
Does it really matter if you rake leaves? After all, they are a natural product and will disintegrate over time. The problem is that leaves take time to breakdown. During that time, they can create an unsightly mess across your yard. They may even put you at risk of having damage to other plants. It…
Outdoor Living Highlights of 2020 Looking for some great uses of outdoor space? Check out the best of 2020 patio installations. If you are looking for more ideas, check out our idea book. Trying to find some design help? Call us for a consultation. Want some more details on patios and your material options? Have…
Why should you trim the trees around your home or business? Often, people wait on trimming trees until a branch falls. At that point, it could be a risk to your property or even your family. It is always beneficial to work with landscaping services that can provide you with tree trimming services throughout the…
Have you thought about investing in a sprinkler system? It can be somewhat of a large investment in your home, but it can also offer significant benefits that are hard to overlook. If you are thinking about investing in them, our team at Valley Landscaping, Stone and Patio can provide one-on-one support to guide you…
This fall, take a look at your property as if you were visiting for the first time. Determining the existing advantages and shortcomings of your landscaping is the first step toward redesigning your space. A specialist at Valley LSP can work with you to outline your goals and help get your project underway. Whether you’re looking…
Your maintenance plan should designate the type of mulching system you will use in your new or existing landscape design. Mulching is the practice of covering the surface of the soil with organic or inorganic material after all the planting is complete. Adding mulch in your yard adds more than aesthetic value. The best mulches…
You can give your yard shape, style, presence, and privacy by adding bushes. Shrubbery can provide accents or emphasize walkways. Many bushes flower at different times of the year and are good seasonal show-offs. Bushes range in size from dwarf and pygmy selections to place the size of small trees. Learn more about landscape designs…
Sitting around an outside fire is about more than keeping warm. An outdoor fire pit has many aesthetic, practical, emotional, and health benefits too. Fires are enigmatic sources of light and energy. There are very few things that can compare to the sense of security and contentment one experiences enjoying an evening outdoors in the…
Trees are an essential component of any outdoor space. Trees add texture, color, and dimension to a home’s exterior. Properly placed trees establish the lines of your home. Garden lines are created where the edge of a plant bed meets another surface material, like mulch, stones, or grass. Trees can frame entrances, add privacy, and…