Ep. 407: Spring Gardening Tips from Landscape Architect Brantley Snipes - Outdoor Mini-Series Pt. 1

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This week, Caroline and Liz kick off a special four-part spring outdoor mini-series, welcoming back Mississippi-based landscape architect Brantley Snipes to the show. Together, they explore essential topics for spring gardening, including landscaping best practices, creating functional outdoor spaces, planting strategies, and tackling common challenges.

Brantley shares expert insights on effective planning for landscape projects, optimizing budget considerations, and timing for installation. The conversation covers practical tips for designing driveways and entrances, choosing hardscape materials, and ensuring proper drainage. Additionally, listeners will receive valuable advice on common lawn issues, managing pests like deer, and maximizing backyard space.

Watch this week's episode with images on the Ballard Designs YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3DQucuB

What You’ll Hear On This Episode:

• 00:00 Introduction to Ballard Designs Podcast
• 00:34 Spring Gardening Mini-Series Announcement
• 00:53 Guest Introduction: Brantley Snipes
• 01:14 Spring Gardening Tips and Tricks
• 03:16 Planning Your Landscaping Projects
• 06:50 Driveways and Entrances: Design Insights
• 17:41 Hardscaping: Materials and Costs
• 27:43 Planting: Tips and Budgeting
• 36:10 The Science of Landscape Planning
• 36:43 Designing the Perfect Patio
• 37:32 Tree Protection Zones and Patio Placement
• 41:29 Maximizing Backyard Space
• 43:28 AstroTurf: Pros and Cons
• 51:01 Dealing with Common Lawn Issues
• 57:53 Managing Deer and Other Pests
• 01:05:52 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes

Also Mentioned:

• Ballard Designs | Shop Now
• brantleysnipes.com | Designer Website
• @brantleysnipeslandscapedesign | Designer Instagram

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Happy Decorating!