Pouring your own concrete doesn’t have to be intimidating. Whether it’s a simple sidewalk or a small backyard patio, these tips can help you prepare to tackle the project yourself! Prepping the Area For most concrete projects, you’ll need a base of 4-5 inches of 3/4″ minus crushed quarry rock. Compact the rock with a … Continue reading “Quick Tips for Your Small U-Cart Concrete Projects”
Having trouble envisioning the perfect backyard oasis because your yard is so tiny? Landscaping a small space doesn’t have to be difficult! There are so many options for maximizing your square footage. Here are just a few ideas to get your creative juices flowing. Designate Small Areas The requirements of a yard are … Continue reading “Landscaping A Small Backyard”
Landscaping doesn’t have to stop at barkdust and pea gravel. And thinking outside the picket fence doesn’t have to mean over the top or cheesy. Sometimes the most simple, basic ideas can add the most curb appeal to your yard. Wire gabion baskets add both creativity and functionality to any yard. Not just for retaining … Continue reading “Using Wire Gabion Baskets in Landscaping”
Winterizing your outdoor water features and sprinkler systems is a fairly simple, but important step in maintaining your gorgeous landscape. Though we’ve already hit temperatures below freezing in the Santiam Canyon and Stayton areas, the temps haven’t stayed low enough to really have an effect on pipes and hoses. It’s not too late to prepare … Continue reading “Winterizing sprinklers, fountains and bubblers”
Creating your unique outdoor space and boosting your curb appeal can be a daunting, but rewarding task. We hope to help spark your creativity and provide some innovative ideas that you can use in your own landscaping, as well as maintenance tips and how-tos. You may have already seen our previous posts regarding using wood … Continue reading “NEW! “Outdoor Inspiration” Every Saturday”
Pet Parents – Make your yard a sanctuary that your furry children will pawsitively love! Instead of schlepping off to the park or the high school ball fields, or putting your pooch on a leash so that you can walk around the block 20 times, you can transform your yard into an oasis for … Continue reading “Pet-Friendly Landscape Ideas”
So, your local landscape supply yard is having a half-price sale on small wood rounds. Or maybe you just cut down a tree in your yard. Or you’re tired of splitting wood and you just want to “hide” these last few pieces. Whatever the reason, put those wood rounds, chunks, and even tree stumps to … Continue reading “Using Wood and Wood Rounds in Landscaping”
Rainy days are back in the Santiam Canyon and property owners are noticing soft spots and puddles in the low-lying spots of their lawn. If that’s the case for you, it’s time to install a drainage system. At our bark yard, we can help you complete the project and enhance the look of your yard … Continue reading “Preparing Your Uneven Lawn for the Rainy Season”
Siegmund Landscape Supply is celebrating the new season with fall activities and landscaping productsthat will spruce up your yard and get you ready for the holiday season to come. Oct. 20: Kids Pumpkin Painting Contest The Siegmund Barkyard is hosting a “Fall Family Fun Day” to celebrate autumn and help kids and their families get … Continue reading “Gearing Up for a Festive Fall Season at Siegmund Landscape Supply”