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There are certain bugs you want to bring to your yard, like Lacewings – their larvae destroy many of the pests you don’t want around. You can get beneficial insects to your yard by planting the right things to attract them. Most beneficial insects are in search of nectar because it is rich in carbohydrates. For instance, while ladybugs get …
Keeping plants healthy all year long doesn’t have to be difficult. There are a number of things you can do to protect your plants in the winter, from investing in a greenhouse heater to using bubble wrap to insulate plants. Maintaining plants can be very rewarding. They add a wonderful aesthetic element to your home, office, garden, and so on. …
Self-watering planters offer a great deal of benefits for businesses of all types. That’s because self-watering planters make it easier to care for your plants. For one, they reduce the risk of over or under-watering your plants. It’s affordable and easy to add self-watering planters to your commercial landscaping, especially when you work with TerraCast. We developed a self-watering basin …
Corrosion is a common problem that impacts a lot of different surfaces, from lighting fixtures to street signs. Corrosion can occur in a variety of environments. All it takes is the oxidization of most or all of the atoms on the surface of a metal object. Generally, metals are easy to oxidize, as they tend to lose electrons to oxygen …
Outdoor landscape lighting is a crucial component to your business, it creates a first impression, helps keep patrons safer, adds an element of security, and can enhance beautiful elements of your landscaping. Here are some of the best commercial lighting tips to follow for success. 7 Tips for Commercial Landscape Lighting 1. Use 3 Different Types of Lighting There are …
At TerraCast®, we use a unique manufacturing process known as rotational molding, or rotomolding, to create products that are exceptionally durable and incredibly precise. Our process greatly differs from how traditional clay or plastic planters are manufactured, and it makes all the difference when it comes to extending the lifespan of planters. What is Rotomolding? Rotational molding is a specific …
It is important to know all ADA requirements for outdoor benches to ensure compliance, as well as to avoid alienating your customers. Section 903 of the ADA and ABA Accessibility Guidelines for Buildings and Facilities were created so that people in wheelchairs can easily transfer to benches in specific settings. Bench requirements are mandated in certain facilities, rooms and elements, …
Investing in commercial planters is no small undertaking, and so the goal is always to get planters to last as long as possible. First and foremost, buying the right planters made from long lasting materials will make a huge difference in how long your planters last. In this article, we will go over the best material for planters that outlive …
From the University of Texas at Dallas to Kroon Hall at Yale, we are breaking down some of the best examples of sustainable landscaping at universities. A great design can make all the difference in student engagement, school spirit, sustainability, and even enrollment. 3 Incredible Examples of Sustainable University Landscaping University of Texas at Dallas The landscaping project undertaken at …
Commercial planters are commonly used to beautify a space, but there are so many other ways to put them to good use. They can segregate outdoor spaces, be used as bike lane barriers, create a serene rooftop garden that improves the energy efficiency of your building, and they can even help promote your brand or logo. 6 Unique Ways to …
