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ContentsStep One: Research Your SpaceStep Two: Consider Long-Term MaintenanceStep Three: Choose Your AestheticContact B&D Rockeries Today When it comes to making your garden look its best, one of the most elegant things you can install is an outdoor water feature. While other elements like plants and rock installations will add plenty of personality to your […]

ContentsWhy a Rock Garden is a Smart ChoiceTypes of Rock GardensJapanese Rock GardenEnglish Rock GardensAmerican Rock GardensFunctional Rock GardensContact B&D Rockeries Today If you want to improve the look and feel of your home’s exterior, you may be wondering about how you can use landscaping to your advantage. While there are a few different ways […]

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Contents1. Start With Your Landscaping2. Consider All The Factors That Affect Your Backyard Experience Now3. Choose Your Outdoor Life4. Choose a Functional Design5. Lighting6. Keep Your Entertainment Space Low Maintenance7. Cool Things Off With Water Features and Functional ShadeMake Your Backyard Remodeling Into Reality Spend much time in your backyard lately? If you’re like most […]

Contents1) Know What You Want2) Get References3) Ask the Right Questions4) Get an Estimate Early5) Pay Attention to Your Gut There’s nothing that will make you feel happier about coming home then to pull into your driveway and see a beautiful, well-cared-for lawn. A well-maintained lawn with precision-cut trees, shrubs and bushes can add curb […]

ContentsRetaining Walls Stairs and Pathways Water Features Local Hardscaping Professionals Creating a beautiful home and property can be a challenge. At each step in the process, whether you’re painting the porch or pruning the trees, you want your home to be appealing, stylish, and comfortable. At B&D Rockeries, our decades of landscaping experience has taught […]

When it comes to mulching your garden bed in Seattle, the options for mulching materials seem endless. There truly are good and bad types of mulch. Depending on where you live and the amount of sunlight and water run-off the area gets, the difference can be extremely important. Using a good mulch is important because […]

ContentsSurrounded PatioTwo Patios Connected by a WalkwayBackyard KitchenIrregular PatternFire Pit Summer is the perfect time to update your backyard space into one that you and your guests can enjoy! There are lots of different landscape designs including patios and decks that can update your look quickly and provide maximum efficiency. One unique and beautiful way […]