Dogwood trees are one of the most beloved and iconic flowering trees in the landscape. When they burst into bloom in spring, their gorgeous flowers are a sure sign that warmer weather has arrived. Beyond their spring floral display, dogwood trees offer year-round appeal. They have pretty foliage that turns red, orange or yellow in … Read more
Planting hedges in front of your house can provide multiple benefits beyond visual appeal. The right hedges act as natural screens for enhanced privacy, buffer noise, and even clean the air when situated near busy roads. Choosing low-maintenance, evergreen varieties means year-round greenery with minimal upkeep required. When selecting the best hedging plants for the … Read more
A sloping garden presents unique challenges, but also unique opportunities to create a stunning outdoor space. With clever design and strategic plant choices, you can terraform your sloped yard into a beautiful garden oasis without breaking the bank. Here are 13 budget-friendly ideas to inspire you. Take Advantage of Natural Drainage Slopes allow water to … Read more
Metal garden trellises are a great way to add some elegant decor to your yard or garden space. You can’t go wrong with a trellis in the garden, whether you want it to stand alone or have climbing plants grow over it. At H Potter, we have a variety of trellises for sale. Each of … Read more
If youre looking for garden path ideas to enhance your space, look no further. One of the easiest ways to change the look of your garden or backyard is to add a stepping stone path. These paths not only make your outdoor spaces look better, but they also make it easier to move from one … Read more
Nothing quite transforms an ordinary wood or chain link fence like a curtain of deep green English ivy This classic vine rapidly covers unsightly fences with graceful foliage Once established, ivy requires little maintenance while providing year-round interest. Follow this guide to successfully grow ivy on fences to enhance your outdoor space. Why Grow English … Read more
We recently laid natural stone steps connecting our new pool area to our existing walkway. At first glance, a project like this looks pretty simple. At least, that’s what we thought! That is until we tried to move one of the stones. Each of these things weighs 450 pounds, which made this project one of … Read more
Getting them away from their TV or game console and out into the garden can be tricky. It can be even harder to keep them there if you don’t have a lot of room for big trampolines, swimming pools, or climbing frames. You’re in the right place if you want to know easy, cheap ways … Read more
Lately, it seems like outdoor living is all the rage. There’s a good chance you enjoy going to cookouts, pool parties, or even just sitting on the patio to watch the sun go down. You might even know someone with a pool or garden, if you dont have one yourself. If you’re looking for ways … Read more
Tall grasses can make stunning additions to landscaping, providing unique texture, graceful movement, and autumn interest With the right choices, they are also low maintenance, drought tolerant, and stand up well to both summer heat and winter cold Read on for 15 creative ways to incorporate eye-catching tall grasses into your yard. Provide Privacy with … Read more