Landscaping

Burying Brick
It's a bad idea to cover brick cladding with regular soil. Start by separating the brick from the moisture in the soil using a drainage mat.
Directing Drainage Under a Driveway
A properly installed 4-in. corrugated drainage pipe running under a driveway can withstand the pressure of a 40,000-lb. truck.
Building a Fire Pit: Assembling the Walls
Adding fireclay to the mortar will allow you to have blazing fires without worrying about damaging the stone walls.
Building a Fire Pit: Gravel Base
A free-draining gravel substrate will make your fire pit safer and long lasting.
Sustainable Home in the Twin Cities
This net-zero home achieves a low carbon footprint with recycled, inexpensive, and energy-efficient details.
Keep Craft Alive Podcast: Ep. 19, Jesse Neumann, Arborist
Learn more about being an arborist and the challenges of taking care of trees.
Tips for Sustainable Landscape Design
Designing for regional context is an important topic these days. Get ideas for your outdoor space by learning what the pros consider when working with clients.
Portable Landscape-Light Tester
Use cordless-tool batteries to test low-voltage landscape light fixtures and reveal poor electrical connections before the cables are installed.
Budgeting for Your Landscape Design
Four landscape architects and designers share their tips for getting your dream landscape on a budget and how to communicate well with a designer.
Designing Your Landscape to Fit Your Lifestyle
Consider these questions about maintenance needs, lifestyle, and fluidity when planning your outdoor space.

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