No matter where you live or what type of business you run, whether it’s a golf course, park, or restaurant, landscape lighting can create a welcoming environment, protect guests, and help put a focal point on certain areas. Even though lighting is a sort of finishing touch on many designs, it plays an essential role in the overall feel of the space. So you probably know that you should and want …Read More
There’s no question that plants need some amount of water, however small, to survive. While it does rain in Bakersfield, it’s not very often and not very much, making it that much more important to keep an eye on how much water you’re using to maintain your landscape. So if you do want to be water conscious in your landscape design, here are a few tips from the experts at Kern Turf Supply. O…Read More
When temperatures in Bakersfield easily reach into the hundreds on a regular basis, lawn care is one of those projects that you just can’t seem to win, especially if you want full, thick grass and lush green landscaping. These landscapes take a lot of maintenance, care, and water in order to keep them thriving. In this hot climate, it’s essential that you work in some native grasses and possib…Read More
Whether you’re worried about erosion due to rain, a nearby river, or your irrigation system, it is a concern that many homeowners and business owners have, even in Bakersfield. If you’re seeing exposed roots in your garden beds or soil that is sliding into your driveway, it could be a sign of runoff or erosion of the topsoil. But you often don’t see these signs in your own yard, they occur d…Read More
When you’re living in Bakersfield and want to take care of your landscape, it comes down to being able to best water the space. Even with native plants, in such a hot, dry climate, it can be challenging to keep plants, shrubs, grass, and trees alive. So as you’re planning your landscape design, having a strong watering strategy will ensure that all of your time and money isn’t wasted. A comm…Read More
Even though it’s technically spring, it’s already getting pretty hot in Bakersfield and Central California. So before summer hits, it’s important to take care of some garden or lawn maintenance tasks. Even in the hot climate of California, many homeowners and business owners want to keep their lawn, golf course, or greenery as fresh and healthy as possible. Here are some tips from the expert…Read More
It might only be January, but once the holidays are over it's hard to think about anything other than the weather getting warmer and springtime barbeque season arriving! If you love to cook in the great outdoors for your family and friends, now is the perfect time to start thinking about getting a new barbeque for your backyard. There are a number of things that you'll need to consider in order to…Read More
One of the big benefits of putting artificial grass around your home or business is that it's significantly lower maintenance than real grass. No watering, no mowing, and no brown spots to treat, and no need to cover it with dangerous chemicals just to get the look that you want. It's a great way to keep your lawn looking perfectly manicured without putting a lot of time, energy, or money into it.…Read More
Are you sick of moving the sprinkler around all day, every day? Are you tired of lugging your garden hose around and removing its kinks all the time? Are you over dry, bald spots, and overwatered, muddy patches? If you answered “yes” to any or all of these questions, then it’s time to consider installing an automated sprinkler system. In this blog, the Bakersfield landscape supply experts at…Read More
Dear Backyard, How have you been? It’s a bummer you got caught in the hailstorm today, and the fact that the neighbor’s dog has been barking non-stop all week hasn’t made matters any better. I can’t even imagine what that’s like. I’m sorry if I’ve been cold and distant lately. We haven’t hung out in a few days because I’ve been really busy, and I’ve had a lot on my mind late…Read More