Year: 2022
13Mar
Landscaping ideas for tiny spaces
FSI Landscape Supply weighs in on the top landscaping ideas for tiny homes. (Source: Homescopes, October 22, 2021, https://homescopes.com/tiny-house/landscaping-ideas/#landscaping-ideas-for-water-features-and-stepping-stones.) FSI Landscape Supply is transforming the way houses with small yards transform the open spaces. In Canada, many people live on smaller properties, which means they have a tiny yard to work with. However, that is [...] Read more
06Mar
How to Deal with a Sloped Landscape
A sloped landscape provides numerous challenges. However, when there’s a challenge, there’s also an opportunity. Read on to know about some helpful ideas – ideas on how you can make the most of a sloped landscape using various landscaping supplies. Natural steps Steps or stairs are features you must add when you’re landscaping on a [...] Read more
27Feb
Top tips on choosing and laying sod
Although natural stones and concrete had become a popular choice, especially when the no-grass trend came into play, lush green grass is still a very popular choice as many homeowners return to nature and want to implement more natural elements. Spring is around the corner! Many homeowners are looking forward to incorporating or replacing their [...] Read more
20Feb
Step into spring with natural stone steps
When planned and added thoughtfully, a pathway can make a world of difference to home landscaping. Adding natural stone pathway comes with a host of benefits as well. A pathway enhances the aesthetics of the landscaping plan and provides a whole new perspective to the home’s exterior styling. Adding steps also ensures that transition from [...] Read more
13Feb
Benefits of Adding Stone Veneers
Natural stones are a beautiful, rustic, and bold building material that can be used for a variety of outdoor features like fireplaces and exterior walls. Natural stones are considered one of the oldest building materials; however, they can often be quite expensive. An excellent alternative for natural stone is manufactured stone veneer, which is also [...] Read more
06Feb
All about the kids: outdoor play areas
FSI Landscape Supply weighs in on fifteen landscape ideas for kids! (Source, The Spruce, written by Lisa Hallett Taylor, June 22, 2020, https://www.thespruce.com/kids-backyard-ideas-4174052.) Lisa begins the article by suggesting asking the kids first what they think would be a fun outdoor experience before creating a landscape that compliments their development. FSI Landscape Supply shares, "landscape contractors [...] Read more
23Jan
Road salt or Ice melt?
Road salt is the most tried and true method to tackle snow and ice. However, various strategies and solutions are implemented depending on the weather conditions and temperature. Today we will look at a few key differences between the two leading players in snow management: road salt and ice melt. The basics De-icing salt (also [...] Read more
16Jan
Gardening trends to expect in 2022
FSI Landscape Supply weighs in on gardening trends to expect in 2022. (Source: Homes to love, 9 garden trends we'll be hedging our bets on in 2022, written by Lucy Francis, September 30, 2021, https://www.homestolove.com.au/gardening-trends-2022-23019.) Lucy Francis highlights vegetable and herb gardens. She shares that many are returning to simple living with an increased desire [...] Read more
09Jan
Frequently asked questions on snow and ice management solutions
At FSI Landscape Supply, we support landscape professionals and snow plow contractors by providing a wide range of products to tackle the most challenging winters and the more mild winters. Regardless of the weather status, there is always a question or two regarding snow and ice management. Although we have stepped into the year 2022, [...] Read more