Close your eyes and picture the perfect lawn: green, thick and uniform. Maybe it has perfect stripes from a recent mowing. Maybe kids are throwing a baseball and a grill is smoking in the corner. I’ll bet there’s also a sprinkler. There could be an entire irrigation system raining down lovely arcs of water in

When Americans are hunting for a home, they give a lot of thought to the size of the lot. After all, a bigger lot means more space for a backyard patio or a kids’ playscape — and more lawn to mow. “Many people like the idea of living in a single-family home and having a yard

They love your yard. They are lounging on the freshly cut grass, digging in your flower beds (and leaving gifts for you in the dirt), and they are stalking the areas around the bird feeders. Outdoor cats can take over your lawn space. “Cats may be attracted to a particular yard or area as a

Envision yourself lounging on a comfy chaise under your shaded cabana. You watch your children playing Marco Polo in the crystal blue water of your pool while your spouse grills lunch on your outdoor kitchen. This fantasy can become a reality with the help of a professional trained in creating these outdoor havens. Whatever you