Deciding between using organic mulch, soil, or rock for your next landscaping project can be a lot trickier than it sounds. The good news is that our team at Fallas Landscape Ltd has many years of professional landscaping experience that we can use to assist you. Organic mulch, rock, and plain soil are popular options…
It is best to landscape in the spring and even summer when the weather is most favorable for growth. However, the harsh winter brings new challenges. Knowing these difficulties will help one have a better overall understanding of what needs to be prepared for over the coming months. Poor winter landscaping decisions can still affect…
During the cold winter months, homeowners can be tempted to move their landscaping duties lower on their list of priorities. It’s easy to get caught up in the growing season and overlook the long winter. However, planning for winter maintenance during the landscape design phase can save you a lot of money and time in…
If you possess good design skills and do-it-yourself know-how, there is no limit to what you can create. However, sometimes you might need the help of professionals to transition your yard for the fall season. We at Fallas Landscape would be happy to help. Stay tuned as we will provide you with some of the…
It’s not uncommon to fertilize your lawn in the spring, but don’t be fooled by the milder weather of October. Fall is actually the finest season to fertilize your lawn, much better than spring. With a proper fall fertilizer, grass regains its strength after the summer’s heat and humidity. Fertilizing now also encourages grass to…
Overseeding is the process of sowing grass seed over an existing lawn, resulting in new growth and increased thickness that makes it harder for weeds to grow. It restores lawns that have deteriorated due to pet damage, natural aging, and heavy traffic. Overseeding lawns that were seeded many years ago with a new cultivar (a…
Summer is typically tricky for Texas ornamental and vegetable gardens. It is the time of year that the heat and dryness make it particularly difficult to protect plants from turning brown and crispy. So, how can we keep our gardens going till rain and cooler temps arrive? Heat and a Lack of Water = Burnt…
A ground cover is a type of plant that is planted in an area to cover the ground. Ground covers typically grow with little maintenance and fill bare or weedy areas. They can be evergreen or deciduous, and some species can have flowers, fruits, or other decorative qualities that make them attractive. Ground covers are…
Waterfalls, koi ponds, fountains, and birdbaths are all popular features. All of these characteristics are associated with peaceful, ideal settings. Homeowners add a water feature for their own personal enjoyment, not necessarily raising their home’s value in most cases. Water feature ideas must be both aesthetically pleasing and functional in relation to the rest of…