Year: 2025
07Sep
How to Choose the Right Interlocking Stone for High-Traffic Outdoor Spaces
For professional landscapers and contractors, selecting the right interlocking stone can make or break a project’s durability and appearance. Driveways, walkways, and patios in high-traffic areas demand materials that can withstand constant use, resist wear, and stay visually appealing over time. Choosing wisely ensures satisfied clients, fewer callbacks, and long-term performance. Here’s a practical guide [...] Read more
24Aug
Pre-Fall Lawn Care: Aeration, Overseeding, and Soil Enrichment
By now, most lawns have taken a beating. Heat, drought, mowing, and foot traffic all leave their mark—thin turf, compacted soil, and bare spots that clients are quick to notice. However, late summer also brings the best window to fix these issues before fall officially arrives. August is your opportunity to reset the lawn, giving [...] Read more
17Aug
How to Design Neighbor-Friendly Landscapes: Using Natural Stone, Mulch, and Smart Landscape Lighting
When it comes to landscape design, beauty, and function should never come at the expense of good neighborly relationships. The following common landscape features, if not thoughtfully planned, can easily become sources of frustration for those living nearby. FSI Landscape Supply shares expert insights on how to approach these elements with care—using smart material choices [...] Read more
10Aug
Low-Maintenance Landscaping: Designing Gardens That Practically Take Care of Themselves
Clients today want great-looking landscapes—but few want the upkeep. That’s where smart, low-maintenance design comes in. For professional landscapers and contractors, offering self-sustaining solutions isn’t just good service—it’s good business. The less time clients spend on weeding, watering, and pruning, the happier they’ll be. The right approach makes that possible without sacrificing curb appeal. Here’s [...] Read more
27Jul
Noise-Reducing Landscapes: Using Retaining Walls and Plants to Create Private Outdoor Spaces
In urban and suburban environments, landscape contractors often face a recurring challenge: how to create outdoor spaces that feel private, peaceful, and protected from surrounding noise. Whether it’s traffic, neighbors, or nearby construction, noise pollution can ruin the atmosphere of even the most beautifully designed backyard. The solution? A well-planned combination of retaining walls and [...] Read more
20Jul
Designing Low-Allergen Landscapes: Plants and Materials for Allergy-Sensitive Clients
When you're designing a landscape, the focus is usually on aesthetics, function, and sustainability. But for clients with allergies, there's a fourth factor that can't be ignored: air quality. The right landscape design can drastically reduce exposure to pollen, mold, and other common allergens—without sacrificing curb appeal. As a professional landscaper or contractor, this is [...] Read more
13Jul
Essential Landscape Supplies to Put a Spotlight on Front Yard Landscaping
Low-maintenance landscaping doesn’t mean low visual impact—especially in front yards, where first impressions count. For landscape professionals, the key is smart material selection and design that blends practicality with curb appeal. Whether the goal is cutting down on upkeep or enhancing structure in a compact space, the right landscape supplies make all the difference. FSI [...] Read more
06Jul
Hardscaping Upgrades: Adding Flagstone Seating Areas and Fire Pits to Outdoor Spaces
For professional landscapers and contractors, hardscaping offers high-impact, high-value opportunities to elevate outdoor environments. Among the most sought-after upgrades? Flagstone seating areas and fire pits. These elements enhance both the style and functionality of a yard and when done right, they significantly increase property value. Why Flagstone? Flagstone is a natural stone material known for [...] Read more
22Jun
How to Repair and Revive Sun-Damaged Lawns Using Grass Seed and Mulch
Sun-damaged lawns are a common challenge for Ontario landscapers and landscape contractors, especially after prolonged heat and drought. Brown patches, thinning turf, and compacted soil all point to turf stress that needs more than a cosmetic fix. Successful lawn recovery means applying a smart, targeted strategy using the right combination of grass seed, mulch, and [...] Read more
15Jun
From Natural Stone to Mulch: FSI Landscape Supply on Crafting No-Lawn Outdoor Spaces
With homeowners increasingly shifting toward sustainable and low-maintenance outdoor spaces, Better Homes & Gardens recently shared a series of no-grass backyard ideas that offer functionality, beauty, and reduced upkeep. FSI Landscape Supply shares professional insights on how landscape professionals can bring no-grass designs to life using the right materials. (Source: Better Homes and Gardens, 16 [...] Read more