Before we celebrate the New Year, we like to take a look back at some of our favorite outdoor living projects of the year that are coming to a close. We reached out to our team to tell us about the outdoor living spaces they created that really resonated with them, and why. Here are […]
We’ve been saying Happy Holidays for years this time of year. That’s because while many of our clients and vendors celebrate Christmas, some celebrate Hanukkah, while still others practice a different religion. And when we say happy holidays, it also includes New Year’s. So, whatever holidays you celebrate, we hope they are safe and happy, […]
Just because it’s December doesn’t mean you have to go hibernate. With some heating features and some ingenuity, and some cooperation from Mother Nature, you can still enjoy your patio or deck. A sunny day is ideal for spending time outside in the winter, but you can spend evenings outdoors as well. Let’s take a […]
Have you put up your outdoor Christmas decorations yet? Did you notice a bunch of burnt-out bulbs or tangled wires and think, “Oh no, not again”? Maybe this is your first Christmas season in your new home and you want to really highlight your holiday spirit. If you need new lights, consider upgrading or changing […]
We hope you had a Happy Thanksgiving. If you’re like millions of Americans, the day after Thanksgiving, or Black Friday, have you scouring the ads and online for deals on Christmas gifts for your loved ones. Go ahead, buy some gifts. But before you fill your house with more “stuff”, think big. Think outside the […]
Although winter doesn’t officially start until December 21, November weather can get kind of ugly with cold rain. We’re going to assume you’ve already closed and winterized your pool. Take steps now to prepare the rest of your outdoor living spaces for cold, ice, and snow. Step #1 Protect and Store Patio Furniture Brush any […]
Veterans Day is a federal holiday commemorated each year on the same date – November 11, which in 2022, happens to be today. The reason behind the date is that in 1918, during World War I, on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, an armistice, was declared between the Allied […]
Do you love Halloween? Us too. This may be the first “normal” Halloween for many families in Maryland and northern Virginia in a couple of years. So, we’re going all out. Decorations, costumes, Halloween parties with monstrous mocktails, and ghostly goodies. We thought we’d share some of the recipes we want to try. They sound […]
If you’re looking into upgrading your outdoor living space, you’re probably familiar with the umbrella term hardscaping. As the name implies, hardscaping includes all of the elements of your landscape design that are not plant material, i.e. hardscape materials are the hard, solid elements. Hardscape Elements for Your Outdoor Living Space Hardscape elements can include: […]
With the heat of summer just a memory, now’s the time for Maryland and northern Virginia homeowners to tackle some fall landscaping tasks. We’ve pulled together a checklist to help you care for your trees and shrubs, lawn, and garden beds. Let’s get started. Tend to Trees and Shrubs October can be a great time […]
