Tag Archives: Landscaping

January 19, 2015

Not every yard is perfectly green. Some people do not have time to work on their yard as often as they might need to. Landscaping with rocks to help with your weed problem can be very helpful. Allen Outdoor Solutions can put together a landscaping plan that will help control your weed problem and be […]

November 17, 2014

There are several steps you can take to protect the pipes and hoses in your home and landscape from cold weather: Protect Your Pool You can help reduce risks to your pool and/or spa from freezing conditions by following some of these tips: During freezing temperatures run the filtration pump and jet pumps continuously. Adjust […]

October 21, 2014

Just because it’s getting cooler doesn’t mean you can’t relax on your patio! It’s easy to make your patio a year-round space for your enjoyment. With a few additions, you’ll be enjoying your patio during the crisp autumn nights in no time! Perhaps you should consider adding a: Fire pit or outdoor fireplace. Obviously, keeping […]

October 13, 2014

Just because the seasons are changing doesn’t mean you should neglect your landscaping. It is just as important to take care of your lawn in the fall s it is in the spring and summer months. Don’t neglect your yard tools Every fall your yard and gardening tools get put away in your garden shed […]

September 22, 2014

1. Security A well-lit landscape and yard presents a feeling of security and maintenance. When you keep your outdoor areas illuminated, you present a feeling of care and involvement. When people view your well-lit yard, they often interpret your property as cared-for and well maintained. This can discourage trespassing and theft.Install lights with motion detectors […]

August 21, 2014

Most homeowners invest their money just to have a well designed garden. A garden is sometimes a source of appreciation once you see on how beautiful it looks. Whatever type of garden you wish to have in your home, make sure not to ignore the importance of hardscaping elements. A beautifully landscaped lawn will never […]

April 20, 2014

Landscape designs have many forms, styles and unique patterns. Landscape designing has been around for thousands of years dating back to Roman aqueducts and Mayan terraced gardens. So what do we learn from this? Landscapes are a lifestyle and not just soil and plants put together in a yard. Creating a proper landscape should have […]

November 30, 2012

Even evergreens can be damaged by frigid weather. The cold St. Louis temperatures and dry air can pull the moisture out of the evergreen’s foliage. This causes the plant to dry out and potentially turn brown. To combat this, at Allen Outdoor Solutions, we recommend applying Transfilm to the evergreen plants and trees. Transfilm is […]

November 09, 2012

Fall is a great time to apply mulch to your ornamental beds and tree rings. This will help keep moisture in and around the roots of your landscaping plants. The layer of mulch, also provides insulation for the root systems to protect it from the frigid, St. Louis temperatures. Your friends and family will be […]

October 04, 2012

Fall has started and the trees are starting to change colors. This means a few different things: school is back in session, football season has started, baseball season is ending, and the leaves are falling, but they cannot get up by themselves. We offer a variety of leaf removal options. For customers that live in […]