The Breakaway Landscaping Blog

Privacy is important in any backyard, and planting trees and shrubs can help you establish a natural barrier. Some of the best options for backyard privacy include conifers such as juniper, arborvitae, and yew, as well as leafy options like bamboo, privet, boxwood, or holly.  The Best Deciduous and Coniferous Trees for Privacy  For evergreen privacy, consider trees such as  …

Creating a secluded outdoor living space can be challenging in an urban environment, but luckily, we have some helpful tips for achieving the ultimate outdoor oasis.   Whether you’re a homeowner who loves landscape design or simply looking to create a more private and relaxing outdoor space, there are many ways to boost feelings of seclusion in your backyard, balcony, or …

Are you re-designing a garden? Putting in a new backyard? How about completely overhauling an existing outdoor feature? Whatever the project, it can be hard to imagine what everything might look like once it’s complete. You can visualize all you want, but there’s still always that slight hesitancy before the first shovel hits the ground. Why? Because you want it …

Driveway cracks aren’t just unappealing—they can also be dangerous. Cracks in concrete or asphalt can become tripping hazards or promote flooding when left unrepaired. In this article, we discuss five things you can do to both prevent and repair driveway cracks.    1. Clean Your Driveway Although there are many cracked driveway repair options, cleaning is always a critical step you …

There is a certain joy to planting native trees in our landscaping. Many native trees are popular landscape trees, not only because our climate has made for some beautiful fall displays, but also because you know you’re providing food and shelter for local animals and insects when you do.   When you plant native species, you can support the local environment …

Should you build your patio yourself or should you hire someone to build it? For some, the convenience and security of having a professional contractor are worth it. For others, the satisfaction of building something with their own two hands is better. Which is right for you? There are plenty of other factors to consider.  1. Costs  When you do …

Spring and summer usher in the season of growth. Ideally, it is characterized by well-manicured lawns with lush, green grass and blossoming flowers. However, the grass and weeds will grow out of control if you don’t take proper care of your lawn, giving your home a shabby curb appeal. Here is a brief lawn maintenance checklist to ensure that your …

Do you want to spend more time in your garden and less time maintaining it? We don’t blame you. There’s no point in having a lush green yard if you need to spend all of your time weeding, mowing and watering instead of sitting in it or entertaining in it. The good news is that you can plan to have …

If you have a concrete retaining wall in your garden that is ruining your view, you might feel your only option is to tear it down and rebuild it. However, your unsightly wall doesn’t have to cost a fortune to replace. Instead, you can use these tips to learn how to hide a concrete retaining wall for a fraction of the cost.  …

Often people overlook the joy their gardens and property can provide throughout the year. As a result, it is common to focus on their garden’s appearance during the spring and summer, with less thought for the fall and winter months. However, you can add more interest, by planting evergreens. This provides a prettier view of your gardens in the colder …