Landscaping Ideas- Unique For Your Yard
Use Flagstone for Games: – Encourage some backyard fun and games by setting up a chess, checkers, or tic-tac-toe board using flagstone. You can create checkers or tic-tac-toe pieces from wood and you can even order over sized chess pieces. Use a Tree or Log as a Bike Stand: – If you are removing, cutting back a […]
3 DIY Water Features
3 DIY Water Features There’s nothing like the sound of water to add instant peace and tranquillity to a garden. Whether it be water flowing in a beautifully landscaped stream to a simple tabletop water bubbler, there are so many ways to incorporate a water feature into your yard. If you’re considering adding a […]
How to Repair Your Grass After Winter
After a long and harsh winter in Edmonton, it is finally time to celebrate that spring is here, even if there’s still snow on the ground! As temperatures begin to rise and people spend more time outdoors, you might want to give your grass a little TLC. The lack of sunlight and freezing temperatures can create issues […]
Rockland Gives Back to the St. Albert Community during the Holiday Season
Rockland Gives Back to the St. Albert Community during the Holiday Season Imagine the holiday season going without… without Christmas dinner, presents or even basic toiletries. It’s hard for a parent to be unable to provide during the holidays but it can be especially difficult for children surrounded by their peers and friend who have […]
Backyard Ready in 5 Steps for Outdoor Parties (Just in Time for Canada Day)
It’s officially the first day of Summer and Canada Day is around the corner. Bring on the BBQs, backyard parties and fire side sing-alongs with family and friends! If you’re not heading out to the fire works, you might be like the majority of Canadians who celebrate the big day with a BBQ at home. […]
HOW TO PREPARE YOUR LAWN FOR SPRING
HOW TO PREPARE YOUR LAWN FOR SPRING Trade in your snow shovel for a lawn mower, Edmontonians! Spring is coming! After a long, harsh Winter, activate your grass for regrowth to enjoy a plush, green lawn! Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to prepare your lawn for Spring: Step 1: Rake The first step in […]
What Do I Need to Know About Topsoil This Summer?
Many people are not aware of the many factors that impact the health and productivity of their soil. Understanding these elements is an important step in ensuring you have robust lawns, flowers and trees. Topsoil is collected from the topmost layer of the earth’s surface. It is dark in colour and comprised mostly of organic […]
The Importance of Sand for Landscaping Purposes
Sand is a naturally occurring material, produced by Mother Nature, that has many indispensable purposes for the landscaping and construction industries. The most typical locations where sand is collected from are river banks and sand embankments such as beaches. There are numerous types of sand and sand colours which are explicitly used for diverse applications. […]
Bark Chips, Mulch and Compost: What’s the Difference?
Mulch -Is any type of organic solid that is spread or arranged over the top of the soil as a covering. It is used to trap moisture in the soil, prevent weed growth, keep the soil cool, and make the garden bed look more appealing. -Organic mulches also help boost the soil’s fertility, as they […]
What are the decorative rock options for my summer landscaping project?
Low-maintenance lawns are getting more and more popular each year. Finding different ways to decrease the amount of grass in your front and backyard can lower your reliance on watering, chemical fertilizers and weekend mowing. The best part of all? There are numerous beautiful decorative rock alternatives to a traditional lawn that you can incorporate […]
How to Determine if Your Property Needs Landscaping
Spring is on its way and along with that usually comes the annual ritual of getting your yard ready for the warmer weather of Summertime. You may feel overwhelmed by the task at times, but Rockland can lead you through the process of conducting an analysis of your yard and determining your priorities and discovering […]
Why You Should Use Weed Barrier Fabric
Are you struggling to control invasive weeds on your property? Have you tried multiple methods to wipe them out? Try eliminating them with weed barrier fabric that can save you time, it’s durable, it decreases the amount of herbicides you have to use and it makes your yard look great without emptying your wallet. It […]
