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The ‘Ferrari of Grills’: What’s the Deal with the Big Green Egg?

August 3, 2020

Most people have at least heard of the Big Green Egg (BGE). The signature green color and egg shape make it unique amongst all other grills but the appearance is just the beginning of what makes the BGE the ‘Ferrari” of grills’. Simply stated, the BGE stands alone as the highest quality and most versatile…

Pool Care and Chemical Maintenance: The Basics

July 16, 2020

Unbalanced pool chemicals lead to water that will not only irritate and itch but also can cause damage to the pool. Slimy algae, stains, scale, and corroding pool equipment do not have to be part of owning a pool and maintaining chemicals does not have to be super complicated. Read more for some basic information…

21 Ideas to Inspire Outdoor Living

May 14, 2020

Looking for fun and unique ways to inspire outdoor living? Tired of looking at Pinterest ideas that seem unrealistic? Want to create your own backyard paradise, but not sure where to start? These ideas are for you! With ideas like these, little things go a long way! Try a few things this year, add a…

10 DIY Planters: Recycle, Re-purpose, Reuse.

April 29, 2020

Are you looking for creative ways to bring new life to your yard? Are you looking for a fun DIY project that saves you money? Look no further! Recycling is not just separating some plastic bottles from the rest of your garbage; it’s also about reusing and re-purposing old items! Check out these unique planter…

Pool Face Off: Concrete Vs Vinyl Vs Fiberglass

April 15, 2020

Congratulations. You have finally decided to pull the trigger on the big pool install in the backyard—the new centerpiece of your landscaping, and your next big investment. Now you are likely deciding between the big 3 types of in ground pools: concrete, vinyl, and fiberglass. Let’s break down some of the key points between these…

Why the Lawn Face? Fun Facts and Lawn Care Tips

March 30, 2020

April is National Lawn Care Month and we want to share 10 fun facts and 10 fun tips about lawns and caring for them. With these facts you will not only appreciate your lawn more, but also learn how to take your lawn game to the next level. No more lawn face, it is time for your lawn to show that fresh cut, pearly green smile.

Backyard, Now What? Part 1: The Top 6 Benefits of Great Landscape Design

March 23, 2020

Sometimes staring out your window can seem like staring at a blinking cursor at the top of a blank page. You want to make something happen, but have no idea where to begin. Or maybe you feel like an HGTV guru with a thousand ideas, but not one idea that helps you make it happen….

Vande Hey’s Top 5 Health Benefits of Spas

March 18, 2020

Yes, you read that right. There are actually health benefits to relaxing in the warm waters of your backyard spa! From helping lower stress, to easing lower back pain and sleeplessness, hydrotherapy is proven to improve your overall well-being. Let’s dive into these benefits from our spa team! Whether you have a spa or not,…

Vande Hey’s Top 8 Garden Trends of 2020

March 12, 2020

Trendy. Hip. Modern. Everyone has that one friend who always seems to be one step ahead of the game. It’s like they are using iPhones and we are still waiting for our messenger pigeon to return from the ice age. Instead of letting that inward jealousy continue to fester, let’s take a step ahead this…