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Climbing Vines that are Perfect for Pergolas

by Johnson's Landscaping | Sep 1, 2023

The visual appeal of a pergola is unmatched in landscape design when it comes to the focal point of your outdoor living space. It can act as an extension of your home or, more often, as a source of shade that also allows for gentle breezes to surround you.

Wet Basement Walls? Your Landscape May Need Drainage

by Johnson's Landscaping | Jun 1, 2023

301-656-6414Call us Today 301-494-3707 A wet basement is a startling discovery, no matter the age of your home. But how does water get there in the first place? While most problems are caused by poorly sealed foundations & hydrostatic pressure, sometimes a wet...

Signs of Yard Drainage Problems

by Johnson's Landscaping | Mar 1, 2023

Most of us go through life not looking for problems. Gardeners, in particular, have a sunny disposition.

Creating a Dog-Friendly Landscape

by Johnson's Landscaping | Feb 1, 2023

As a dog owner myself, I can attest to the frustration many homeowners feel when the primordial needs of a dog (scratching, digging, peeing, and pooping) can conflict with the desires of an outdoor landscape pleasing to behold and easy to maintain.

Common Drainage Issues (and How We Solve Them)

by Johnson's Landscaping | Dec 1, 2022

301-656-6414Call us Today 301-494-3707 Water is considered the most destructive force in nature. Over time, water can carve out canyons, wear down mountains, and reshape the mouths of rivers. Left unchecked on your property, water can damage hardscapes, drown trees,...

Landscaping Design Features that Can Cause Maintenance Problems

by Johnson's Landscaping | Oct 1, 2021

Well-designed outdoor spaces expand your living areas and endow your house with more curb appeal.

How to Drain a Yard

by Johnson's Landscaping | Jun 1, 2021

301-656-6414Call us Today 301-494-3707 After a thunderstorm or a day of rain, you may find your yard flooded. Usually, the water will soak into the ground within a couple of days, but if it is oversaturated, then the water may just stay on top of the ground and remain...

Small Front Yard Landscaping

by Johnson's Landscaping | Apr 1, 2021

There seems to be a trend with home builders these days. They are moving the garage around back, accessible by an alley, they are adding front porches with neighborhood socializing in mind and they are reducing the size of those expansive front lawns we have become accustomed to seeing. With smaller front yard areas to work with there is great opportunity to use alternatives to grass.