How to Plant a Beautiful, Thriving Window Box Garden

Filling a window box with bright flowers and gorgeous foliage plants is one of the quickest ways to...

01 May, 2018

Choosing a Landscape Company – Consider a 6 Time Best of Houzz Service Award Recipient

Schmechtig Landscapes received the Best of Houzz 2018 Service award in January. This is the 6th consecutive year Schmechtig...

27 April, 2018

Tired of the winter … us too! Tips for your home’s lawn and landscape as the tempertures begin to rise

Everyone at Schmechtig Landscapes is growing tired of the winter – so far the first three weeks of...

19 April, 2018

9 Fresh Design Ideas From Wildlife-Friendly Gardens

Set up your garden to provide food, water and shelter for birds, bees, butterflies and more without compromising...

12 April, 2018

8 Trends Influencing the Gardening World in 2018

  In 2018, based on extensive research, it is predicted that the garden will be a both a...

10 April, 2018

Your Spring Landscape Maintenance Guide Checklist

Just as your yard has four distinct seasons of growth and rest, it has four distinct seasons of...

05 April, 2018

5 Reasons to Consider a Landscape Design-Build Firm for Your Project

Hiring one company to do both design and construction can simplify the process, says Falon Mihalic, a Houzz...

03 April, 2018

Tangled? Bistro Lighting Guide

Bistro lighting isn't nearly as straightforward as one might assume.  Far too many of us fail to count...

29 March, 2018

Inspiring Easter Basket Ideas Filled With Spring Flowers

Pot up the spring-themed arrangements for a cheerful splash of color that will carry you through Easter and beyond. ...

28 March, 2018

Using a Wooden Crate as a Planter Box? Here’s What You need to Know

Lauren Dunec Hoang, a Houzz contributor and landscape designer writes “Wooden crates are popular planting boxes for herbs,...

27 March, 2018