MD Landscaping Blog: Tips, Updates & Outdoor Inspiration

Fall lawn care is like studying for finals: everyone knows they should do it, most people put it off until the last minute, and the ones who actually follow through get much better results. The difference is that cramming for exams only affects one semester, while skipping fall lawn maintenance affects your grass for the entire next growing season.

Let’s be honest—watching YouTube videos of people effortlessly laying perfect interlocking pavers makes it look like you could knock out a patio in a weekend with nothing but enthusiasm and a rented plate compactor. The reality? Those videos don’t show the three trips to the hardware store, the moment you realize your “level” ground isn’t actually level, or the creative vocabulary you’ll develop when sand gets everywhere except where it’s supposed to go.

Nobody wants to think about foundation water damage until they're standing in a puddle in their basement, wondering how much this disaster is going to cost. By then, what started as a small problem has usually become an expensive emergency that could have been prevented if someone had paid attention to the warning signs.

Most homeowners think grading around the house is just about making their yard look neat and level. Then they get their first basement flood and suddenly realize that those subtle slopes around their foundation aren't decorative, they're the difference between a dry basement and an expensive disaster.

When Do You Need a Retaining Wall? Signs to Watch For Nobody dreams of owning a retaining wall. You dream of a beautiful yard, maybe a nice garden, definitely not a concrete barrier that screams "this property has problems." But here's the thing about slopes: they're gorgeous until they start sliding into your neighbour's yard, taking your topsoil and your property value with them. When do you need a retaining wall? Usually about six months before you actually get one. ...

Interior vs. Exterior Waterproofing: Which Is Best? Here’s something no one tells you about water damage: by the time you notice it, the real damage may already be done. That musty smell in your basement? The weird stain on your foundation wall? Congratulations, water has been throwing a party in your house for months, maybe years.

Creating a beautiful yard doesn’t have to mean spending hours on upkeep every week. For busy homeowners, low-maintenance landscaping provides an attractive and practical solution. With the right design and plant choices, you can enjoy a neat, tidy, and thriving landscape without sacrificing your weekends.

Installing sod is one of the fastest ways to establish a healthy, green lawn. But choosing the best time to install sod in Ontario can make all the difference in if your sod takes root quickly or struggles to thrive. Timing, preparation, and care are crucial, especially with Ontario’s variable seasonal climate. In this article, we’ll walk through when to lay sod, why it matters, and what to consider for optimal results.