When you are planning an outdoor gardening project, you may want to accent your plants and landscaping with hardscaping features. A patio made from quality pavers will make the perfect space for outdoor grilling, entertaining, and other activities. With the spring season just around the corner, now is a great time to start planning your[…]
Building a backyard vegetable garden is an easy DIY project that can value and beauty to your home, not to mention help your family eat healthier and even save some money on groceries. Regardless of the size of land you have to work with or your previous gardening experience, creating a beautiful and thriving vegetable[…]
Poison ivy, sumac, and oak plants are just a few of the poisonous types of plant species homeowners have to deal with. Although these plants generally don’t pose much of a series health risk, people who are very allergic to poisonous plant species can have life-threatening reactions. To avoid the agonizing itch and potentially life-threatening[…]
You can design the most beautiful backyard landscape imaginable and not be able to fully enjoy it without an equally well-designed hardscape. Hardscaping leads you through your outdoor living space and adds visual strength and a sense of permanence to your backyard. Hardscaping can also help you fully develop an outdoor living or kitchen where[…]
Although water restrictions have eased in some parts of the state, California is still facing one of the worst water shortages in recent history. Even if you live in a part of the state that doesn’t have very restrictive water usage rules, practicing good water conservation is the responsible thing to do for your fellow[…]
If you don’t love the look of your landscape, you should—and with a few well-placed natural stones you can. The addition of natural stone is one of the most versatile and affordable ways to transform the look and feel of your landscape design. Rocks add texture, color, and contrast, and replacing flower beds and sections[…]
Potted plants are a great addition to your landscape, and can also add color and vibrancy to the inside of your home as well. However, it’s very important that you marry the right plant with the right pot. In this video you’ll learn about some of the important factors to consider when choosing a container[…]
In response to the worst drought in recent memory, the state of California has put water conservation mandates into effect to ensure existing water supplies last as long as possible. These mandates set restrictions as to how homes and businesses can use water. For homeowners, these water mandates prohibit the use of potable water to[…]
It’s officially the fall—is your San Jose lawn ready? Although spring and summer are generally considered the best times for landscaping and lawn maintenance, this is in fact the prime time to prepare your yard for the next growing season. Cooler temperatures and moist soil combine to slow aboveground growth and encourage strong root development,[…]
The quickest way to provide your home with a beautiful, green lawn is through sod installation. Payless Hardware, Rockery & Nursery has an excellent selection of sod and lawn maintenance supplies in San Jose, as well as the gardening and nursery expertise to help you choose the right sod for your lawn’s needs. Payless carries[…]