Whether you’re interested in turning a drab and overgrown backyard into an outdoor oasis or you’re building a custom home and want a custom outdoor living space, you’re smart to do your homework before spending a penny. Knowledge is power. Learn more about landscape design, and follow three basic tips to get the quality results […]
Did you know the best time to plan for new landscaping projects is in the winter? It’s a great time to come up with landscaping ideas by visiting landscaping websites, checking out Pinterest, visiting Home and Garden shows, and more. Not only is it a great way to break out of the winter doldrums, but […]
You take pride in your home’s appearance. And if you’re like most homeowners, that pride extends to your front yard, back yard, and the rest of your property. Whether you’re a do-it-yourselfer or you prefer to hire the experts to do the design and hard labor of installation, it helps to know what the various […]
Sustainable landscape design is a growing trend nationwide. It’s especially popular in California, Oregon, and Florida. In fact, according to the American Association of Landscape Architects (ASLA) more than 70% of Americans want to incorporate sustainable and eco-friendly elements into their landscape design. The ASLA surveyed landscape architects across the country about their expected outdoor […]
For a truly beautiful landscape design that enhances curb appeal and your enjoyment of your property, it’s important to consider how everything comes together. Much like the perfect belt, perfect pair of shoes, or a statement piece of jewelry can take an outfit from lovely to amazing, so too, can landscape edging put the finishing […]
Do you remember what your landscape design looked like years ago? Maybe you did it yourself, or you hired a landscape design company. Or maybe you got lucky and moved into a home where the previous owners had created a garden paradise. But time and weather can take their toll. Today, we lay out the […]
Chances are, if you’re reading an article about deer-resistant plants, you have deer who wander onto your property. Maryland has a large deer population that is getting squeezed out of its natural habitat by continuing development. That means deer may be looking for food in your back yard. But there are some things you can […]
Landscape design is both an art and a science. It’s an art, because you are creating something beautiful, by arranging and modifying the features of your yard for aesthetic reasons. But landscape design is also a science, because we have to choose the right plants that will both look good and thrive. We have to […]
Attracting beneficial insects and bugs to your yard helps your landscape, and helps the planet. What’s the difference between insects and bugs? Good question. Insects typically have wings, antenna, three sets of legs, and three distinct body segments. Butterflies, bees, ladybugs, and flies would be good examples of true insects. Bugs, on the other hand, […]
Not everyone has a flat yard. Depending on the size of your property, you may have a slope between your yard and a neighbor’s or in your back yard. When we say slope, we are also including hills. Mowing grass can be dangerous on a steep slope, and you may want something a little more […]
