Pea Gravel Patio – Mr. Outdoor Living® Tip of the Day

Pea Gravel Patio – Mr. Outdoor Living® Tip of the Day

by | Jun 18, 2025 | Anglia Edging, Backyard, Belgard Anglia Edging Curbing with Plantings, Boulders and Mulch, Boulders, Curbing, Fort Mill, Making Homes More Beautiful®, mroutdoorliving, Mulch, Outdoor Living Space, Outdoor Living Tip of the Day, Pea Gravel Patio, plantings, South Carolina

A Pea Gravel Patio offers a distinct and charming alternative to more conventional hardscape surfaces, creating an inviting and relaxed atmosphere in any outdoor setting. In a magnificent backyard in Fort Mill, South Carolina, such a patio, when thoughtfully designed...
Mixing Scapes – Mr. Outdoor Living® Tip of the Day

Mixing Scapes – Mr. Outdoor Living® Tip of the Day

by | May 21, 2025 | Charlotte, Dryscape, Exterior Design, Hardscape, Landscaping, Making Homes More Beautiful®, Mixing Scapes, mroutdoorliving, Mulch, North Carolina, Outdoor Living Project, Outdoor Living Tip of the Day, Paver Patio, pea gravel, plantings, River Rock, TN Grey Natural Stepping Stones

Mixing various “scapes” – a thoughtful integration of elements like hardscape, dryscape, and traditional landscaping – stands as a cornerstone practice in contemporary exterior design, particularly evident in the thriving Outdoor Living projects across the...
Nellie Stevens Holly Trees – Mr. Outdoor Living® Tip of the Day

Nellie Stevens Holly Trees – Mr. Outdoor Living® Tip of the Day

by | Feb 18, 2025 | Artificial Turf, Drainage Solutions, Making Homes More Beautiful®, mroutdoorliving, Mulch, Nellie Stevens Holly Trees, North Carolina, Outdoor Living Tip of the Day, Privacy Landscaping, privacy plantings, Stepping Stones, Waxhaw

These large 30-gallon Nellie Stevens Holly Trees were strategically planted for privacy landscaping in Waxhaw, NC. Known for their dense foliage and rapid growth, these trees provide a natural and aesthetically pleasing barrier, offering homeowners an effective...
Drainage Solutions – Mr. Outdoor Living® Tip of the Day

Drainage Solutions – Mr. Outdoor Living® Tip of the Day

by | Jan 13, 2025 | catch basins, Charlotte, Drainage, Drainage Solution, Drainage Solutions, dry creek bed, grading, Making Homes More Beautiful®, mroutdoorliving, Mulch, North Carolina, Outdoor Living Space, Outdoor Living Tip of the Day, pea gravel, Pipe Out, River Rock

Using a variety of Drainage Solutions in Charlotte can transform front, side, or backyard spaces while solving common water management challenges. These solutions not only prevent flooding and erosion but also enhance the beauty and usability of outdoor areas....
Stepping Stones – Mr. Outdoor Living® Tip of the Day

Stepping Stones – Mr. Outdoor Living® Tip of the Day

by | Nov 29, 2024 | Charlotte, Grasses, Landscaping, Making Homes More Beautiful®, mroutdoorliving, Mulch, North Carolina, Outdoor Living Tip of the Day, Stepping Stones, TN Grey Medium Thickness

TN Grey Medium Thickness stepping stones have become a top choice for homeowners in the Charlotte area of the Carolinas. These stepping stones offer a practical and visually appealing solution for creating pathways in outdoor spaces, combining durability,...
Erosion Protection – Mr. Outdoor Living® Tip of the Day

Erosion Protection – Mr. Outdoor Living® Tip of the Day

by | Nov 22, 2024 | Boulders, Dryscape, Erosion Protection, Hardscape Paver Patio Landing, Huntersville, irrigation, Irrigation Repair, Landscaping, Making Homes More Beautiful®, mroutdoorliving, Mulch, North Carolina, Outdoor Living Project, Outdoor Living Tip of the Day, Paver Patio, plantings, River Rock

Erosion Protection often requires a combination of carefully planned solutions to address ongoing erosion issues effectively. In Huntersville, NC, a recent Outdoor Living project tackled these challenges with a mix of Dryscape and Landscaping elements. This approach...