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Viola flowers are bold, bright, and beautiful. They don’t require much care, and they “play well” with other plants, so they’re a great addition to your home garden. If you’re interested in restoring your landscaping, or you’re planning a landscape renovation, violas are a great choice. In this article, we’ll discuss the basics about violas, their care, when to plant them, and much more. You’ll have all of the information that you need to get out there, and start planting today! So start looking at some viola flower pictures, and think...

The Pros And Cons Of Installing A Privacy Fence In Your Yard   Privacy fences can be a great way to delineate your property, add to the aesthetic appeal of your landscaping, and accent the colors and materials used in your home. When properly installed, a privacy fence is a great addition to your landscaping. However, privacy fences aren’t perfect for everyone. In this article, O’Neill Landscape Group will take a look at the pros and cons of installing a privacy fence, to help you decide whether or not a privacy fence is right for your landscaping.   The Pros Of A Privacy ...

3 Features That Make A Perfect Patio On a cool Atlanta summer night, there’s nothing better than spending a relaxing evening out on your patio. You can enjoy the mild weather, listen to the crickets, and drink in the scenic beauty of your landscaping. But whether you already have a patio – or are interested in a brand-new one – there are some features you should consider installing! These fun, unique features can take your patio from “brilliant” to “perfect” – and provide you and your family with the best possible outdoor experience! Read on, and learn about the top 3 features that make...

Tying Your Landscape Together – The Benefits Of A Great Garden Path! The humble garden path is often overlooked in modern landscape design. Many landscape designers focus on flashier design elements – fancy patios, pergolas, water features, and other such features. There’s nothing wrong with that, of course – and we love all of those things at O’Neill Landscape Group. But in our humble opinion, the benefits of a great garden path shouldn’t be overlooked. Here are just a few of the benefits of a great garden path! Preserves Your Landscape This is, perhaps, the most important benefit...

3 Reasons You Should Install A Fire Pit In Your Yard This Spring Spring is well on its way in Georgia, and it’s time to think about your landscaping. Whether you’re laying down new sod, fertilizing, putting down some weed killer, or undertaking any other task, spring is the perfect time to revamp your landscaping – and your hardscaping. If you’ve been considering a hardscaped patio with a fire pit or adding a standalone fire pit to your landscaping, now is the perfect time to do it. You’ll be able to take full advantage of your fire pit on the balmy...

Do’s and Dont’s For Proper Crape Myrtle Pruning. A crape myrtle is a gorgeous accent, perfect for just about any landscaping solution. In the summer, they bloom with gorgeous, sweet-smelling flowers and have a beautiful and interestingly textured bark. In the autumn, long cool fall months yield incredible displays of leaf color. Here are some quick tips for proper Crape Myrtle Pruning. However, they do require some maintenance – and proper care is crucial to bringing out the best of these beautiful plants. Incorrect pruning methods can lead to gnarls and large...

Here in Georgia, we do have a fall and winter season, but our Deep South climate is still relatively mild. This is even more true the further south you get. It may be well into November already, but that doesn’t mean the gardening season is already over. Fall is the perfect time to plant many flowers that pay off in the spring with beautiful, showy blossoms. Here are some of the best flowers to plant right now. Act quickly, though – winter will be here before you know it! Planting Fall Flowers in Georgia The state of Georgia includes regions that fall into four different...

Here in Woodstock, GA, we have a relatively mild climate. Despite a pretty agreeable range of year-round temperatures, north Georgia isn’t so far south that we don’t get to enjoy the brilliant oranges and fiery reds of autumn foliage. Now that Labor Day has come and gone, the season is changing, and fall is just around the corner. For the next six months or so, your lush summer lawn will basically go into dormancy, but fall is still a great time to focus on taking care of your lawn. These 5 helpful lawn care tips can help you keep your grass in great condition, ensuring a full and...