You can have a wonderfully green landscape in the desert. Due to water conservation, the biggest difference between desert and regular landscaping is that instead of grass, you have a bed of rock surrounding the plants that you choose. Flowering shrubs are a wonderful way to add life to your yard, and a little …
From mid-October to the end of January is our big planting season. That’s when the weather has cooled enough to make life less stressful for new plants. As any newcomer knows, it’s tough moving into a neighborhood. Plants need time to grow roots so they can find necessary moisture and nutrients and not be totally …
Backyard Connection of Henderson, NV. uses a variety of professional paving products in our installations and landscape designs, including Pavestone and Belgard. Using pavers in your commercial or residential landscaping can beautify your landscaping. Be sure to view our gallery to get some ideas for your landscaping project and view our professional work. Interlocking pavers, paving …
Don’t be overwhelmed by all that goes into creating your dream backyard – just take it one step at a time. Before you know it, you’ll be enjoying your fruits of your labor. Even if it takes a year to bring it all together, transforming your backyard is so rewarding and such a worthwhile addition …
If you live in The Las Vegas Valley / Henderson Nevada etc. Extreme heat can destroy your plants if your garden is not prepared for the heat of summer. So, how do you know if your plants are handling the summer heat? Take a walk through your garden during the hottest part of the day …
At Backyard Connection we understand that the exterior of your home is something that everyone can see, and most homeowners strive to create great curb appeal. Thinking about curb appeal shows pride of ownership, and it is also essential when the time comes to sell your home. Luckily, creating great curb appeal is not very …
Here in Las Vegas, homes are on fairly small plots. There aren’t many sprawling yards like you see in magazines, movies or driving through the countryside in other states. Landscaping choices should differ based on the size of your yard and on location. There are things you can do to make it look larger …
Designing the perfect landscape lighting plan can be overwhelming. There are a variety of lights to choose from, and you want it to look good while also providing added protection for you and your family. When it comes to choosing the right kind of landscape lighting, your main focus should be security and what part of …
Living in a desert area can present many problems when choosing plants, trees or any foliage to decorate the exterior of your home or business. A beautiful alternative to conventional grass and plants is desert landscaping. Most people used to think desert landscape as a boring assortment of sand and rocks. This is not true …
If you live in the Las Vegas area, chances are you’ve noticed that cacti and other succulents have a stately sense about them that is truly beautiful to behold. Desert landscaping takes advantage of this surreal quality and brings it home to you. But desert landscaping isn’t just about aesthetic appeal. It offers a number …