Hiring a Professional for Hardscaping
When it comes to outdoor improvements and landscaping projects, there are many advantages to hiring a professional to complete a hardscape project. Hardscaping is an essential element of any outdoor space, and its quality can make or break the overall aesthetic. By hiring a professional for your hardscaping project, you can ensure the highest quality […]
Dogwood Live on 680 The Fan
Dogwood Landscaping owner, Jason Cory, chats with 680 The Fan’s Chuck and Chernoff on the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic has had on small businesses in the Metro Atlanta area. Through closures, social distancing and more, find out how your local landscaping contractor has been maintaining and creating the backyards of your dreams through the […]
Spools: Where Spas and Pools Collide
Have you been thinking about having a pool installed on your property, but don’t have the room, budget, or need, for a full size swimming pool. You may want to consider having a spool installed. These innovative pool designs are quickly gaining popularity, especially as larger home floor plans, and smaller lot sizes, become the […]
When To Hire a Professional Landscaper
One of the most common questions we get is: Do I need a professional landscaping? So here’s the situation: You have the interior and exterior of your home just the way you want it, and you look outside and notice that your landscaping could use some work, no problem you can do it yourself right? […]
Downlighting vs Uplighting
Downlighting vs. uplighting: this is common lingo in the landscape lighting world. What’s the difference? How do you know what type of lighting to use where? Deciding all this is part of the fun — and challenge — of landscape lighting. It’s all about direction. In uplighting, landscape lights are mounted below or at ground […]
Concrete Pavers vs Brick Pavers
When planning a paver project, it’s important to know that not all pavers are equal. When comparing concrete pavers versus brick pavers, it’s particularly essential to understand the differences between the two, and the multiple benefits of choosing concrete pavers over traditional clay brick. Paver Sizes & Shapes Concrete pavers come in a tremendous variety […]
Saltwater Pools vs. Chlorine Pools
Understanding the Pros and Cons of Different Backyard Pool Types Both saltwater pools and traditional chlorine types have awesome features. If you’re on the fence, you certainly aren’t alone. Which features suit you best? Read on! Saltwater Pools The biggest myth surrounding saltwater pools is that they contain zero chlorine because the water comes from […]
Benefits of Hardscaping
How Well-Designed Hardscaping Elements Add Value to Your Home Many people put a lot of thought and energy into creating a beautiful landscape, but overlook the importance of hardscaping. While patios may be the first thing that come to mind when you think of hardscaping, it includes much more than that. Hardscaping is all of […]
Landscape Architect vs Pool Company
So, you’re ready to add a beautiful pool to your backyard, but you’re not sure of the best way to go about this process. If you’re asking the question, “Should I hire a landscape architect or a pool company for my pool installation?”, then you’ve come to the right place. At Dogwood Landscaping, we understand […]
Container Gardening Mistakes
When you garden in containers you don’t need a lot of space to create a dreamy mix of colorful flowers and tasty edibles. However, there are ten common mistakes you should avoid to keep your dream garden from becoming a nightmare. 1. Using inexpensive soil Good soil is the key to success in any garden, […]
Creating Affordable Landscape Plans
Landscaping doesn’t have to be an expensive investment. There are plenty of affordable projects that will not only make your yard look beautiful, but also last for years to come. Take the initiative and create an affordable landscaping plan for your front and backyard that will set yourself up for seasons to come. 1. Perennials […]