Whether you run a relatively small apartment complex or a sprawling one with hundreds of units, you likely have plenty of green space to care for. Let’s talk about how we can help you to keep your grounds looking tidy for residents.
Tea gardens, also known as Cha Niwa or Roji, always include the following elements: japanese lanterns, crouching water basins (tsukubai), stepping stones (tobi ishi) and a waiting place, also called a machi-ai. Most of the time these are small enclosed gardens.
One service we provide is trimming and edging, which can help your lawn achieve that well-manicured look and perfectly even with the pavement of your driveway, sidewalk, or street.
Planting shrubs in the landscape can be a good idea if you choose shrubs that are hardy and low maintenance. Some good options include: Arborvitae (Emerald Green), Aucuba (Gold Dust) and Barberry (Rosy Glow).
Looking to add drama to your home's nightscape? The effective use of landscape lighting can illuminate your trees from below or shine down from fixtures mounted on the trees themselves. Uplighting can also add drama by highlighting your home's distinctive architectural and landscaping features.
You probably already know an in-ground, programmable sprinkler system can make landscape maintenance easier and more water friendly. Care to guess when the first patent for a landscape sprinkler system was filed? If you guessed 1871, you're right.
Ever wondered why people are drawn to lawn grass in the first place? Some anthropologists believe it can be traced back to early humankind. The ideal environment for hunter-gatherers provided some protection but was low-lying enough to offer adequate visibility too.
The first thing to think about when you’re designing your new backyard is how you’ll use it. If you often barbecue, a built-in grill space would be something to consider. Want a friendly space where people can wander? Paved, inviting walkways and built-in benches are good options.
In Japanese landscape gardening, the Zen garden is essentially a dry garden containing meticulously raked pebbles and stones. The difference between a Zen garden and other gardens is that there are fewer stones and thus more open space that’s conducive to meditation and harmonious thoughts.
One of the basic principles in the design and landscaping of a Japanese garden is the concept of creating small scale gardens representing beautiful landscapes but reproduced in confined spaces. Mountain views and rivers are miniaturized using stones, sand and gravel.
The first lawns were actually public lots that were enclosed and used by medieval settlements to feed their livestock. Other lands were designated as soil for agriculture, which was worked together by early small towns.
There’s just one problem with enjoying the wildlife life in your yard and the views of breathtaking sunsets. If the lighting isn’t adequate, family and guests likely won’t feel comfortable outside. That’s easily fixed with the help of an experienced landscape contractor.
Fall cleanup ensures your property is prepared for winter and gives it a jumpstart on spring. In fact, fall is the best time to have broadleaf weed killer applied, once leaves, fallen branches and debris are removed from planting beds and lawns.
Before contacting your landscaper, sit at the site where you intend to create your Japanese garden. Consider the different views available and decide if you want a small viewing garden or a large garden for strolling. Observe what trees, fencing and walls are available to help make the garden feel authentic.
The discovery by German chemist Justus von Liebig that plants need nitrogen, phosphate, and potassium for optimum growth eventually led to the introduction of compound fertilizer. With the advent of this type of fertilizer, harvest yields began to be increased many times over.
Do you want to add a pond to your existing landscape that will support plants as well as fish? If so, remember that your aquatic plants will need plenty of direct sunlight - typically at least four hours.
A thorough spring cleanup helps identify any potential problems that need to be addressed to keep landscaping healthy and attractive. Spring is the ideal time to reseed small, bare patches, and replace turf damaged by salt and snow plows.
In Japanese landscaping, the presence of water itself is not required, though water is always symbolized in one way or another. For instance, in a karesansui style dry garden, the sea is often symbolized by gray gravel or sand.
Does it ever seem like everything you plant in your yard withers within a few months, if not sooner? Let’s talk about what you’ve been trying to plant and whether there’s a similar option that’s better acclimated to your soil.
The benefits of a Japanese garden are thought to extend into both the emotional and spiritual realms. And there can be no doubt as to the peace and calm it instills in the visitor.
Professional cactus horticulture service is the best way to ensure your plants survival and continued growth. Professional horticulture can also be used to transplant cactus from one part of your property to another without damaging it.
Interlocking blocks can be incorporated into any hardscape design to help establish different areas of your yard or property. A well-designed layout can create common and private sections, allowing greater control of traffic across the entire area.
If you want the feel of a beachside paradise, a tropical landscape design is likely a great choice, since it provides a relaxing escape from the hectic routine of everyday life.
While you may not necessarily care about having the best lawn on the block, you don’t want its appearance to detract from your home either. Rest assured that we’re always ready to work with you to create the perfect fertilization schedule for your home.
In the Western world, the red-painted arched bridge is the icon of Japanese landscape design, but traditionally most garden bridges were unpainted. The natural wood tones were prized because they echoed and enhanced the surrounding landscape.
The cactus belongs to the Cactaceae family of plants. Care to guess how many species of cactus are believed to exist today? If you guessed over 2,000, you're right. The cactus is highly specialized to survive in arid climates.
Let's test your lawn smarts: About what percentage of U.S. Households include private lawns? If you guessed 80 percent, you're right. Each of those lawns requires about four hours of maintenance a week.
A gravity wall hold back soil mainly through its own mass. It may have a trapezoidal structure in which it “leans back” on the retained soil. This type of retaining wall must be constructed with heavy materials such as stone or concrete.
Pools and ponds make excellent focal points in any landscaped area. The eye is drawn to it, and then begins to assess the surroundings. Once the location and shape of the pool is established, frame it with plants and structures that complement it according to your tastes.
It's important to feed your lawn to keep it healthy. Care to guess how many pounds of chemical lawn fertilizer are purchased across the U.S. every year? If you guessed 70 million pounds, you're right. A well-fed lawn is a happy lawn.
Cacti water conservation consulting is a service provided by professional cactus doctors who know how important water is, especially in the desert. If you want to make sure your cacti are holding as much water as they can, call a cactus doctor!
Did you know a Japanese garden that mirrors the scenery beyond the garden is known as Shakkei, meaning ‘borrowed view’? This highlights the idea that every thing is just a reflection of each other.
Did you know that a professional fall cleanup can help eliminate the possibility of tree blight? If your property contains shrubs, trees, or verdant grasses, then be sure to hire a fall cleanup contractor to keep tree- and lawn-wasting disease at bay.
Moss can be added to a new landscape design too create a classical and aged touch. Moss can be added to water features, stones and even retaining walls and methods can be used to help the moss become established in a short amount of time.
The selection of every item in a Japanese garden and its placement is deliberate and well thought out beforehand. The goal is to ensure that everything within the space harmonizes, including those who are visiting.
Your plants and lawn have their own needs that are unique from other plants and lawns. When you use a fertilizing service, the first step is for them to perform an analysis of things like soil conditions, climate, and types of plants to make sure the right fertilizer is used.
The lawn sprinkler is an enlightened invention, especially if you put it on a timer and water only during the morning hours. Ever wondered where the lawn sprinkler was first invented. That would be Buffalo, New York in 1871.
Did you know that soils that have a pH below 6.2 will benefit from the addition of lime in the springtime? Dolomite is the finest grind and is recommended to give your plants the most immediate benefit. Your spring cleanup contractor will test your soil pH levels with a test kit.
Did you know that you should be repotting your cactus on a fairly regular basis? It’s true. Their roots can become too tight in a small pot, so it’s better to put them in something bigger every couple of years.
It’s important to remember that many lawn care services use such harsh chemicals that they advise people to keep their pets and children off the grass for a full day. If you have outdoor pets that you can’t bring inside, switching to organic lawn care could be the best way to safeguard their health.
Unlike Western gardens which tend to focus on a riot of different colors, Japanese gardens focus primarily on using greens, blacks, and browns with only a few colors as accents. This is thought to allow more freedom for the imagination.
One of the ways to combat the appearance and spread of crabgrass is to maintain a strong and healthy lawn; crabgrass does not like competition. Proper mowing height, correct turf grass for your area, proper watering cycles, and a regulated fertilizing schedule will have the greatest impact on keeping it from spreading.
Vertical landscaping is an excellent option for upgrading the look of buildings with empty facades that are surrounded by concrete by using small containers, trellises, and climbing plants to improve the look of the structure.
Japanese maple, momiji, pine, and matsu, are common favorite trees in a Japanese landscape or garden. They are pruned to keep harmony with the environment, and are valued for their beauty and strength.
Did you know that some carefully located trees and shrubs can help you to save money on your utility bill? A lawn care contractor can plant trees and bushes so they block the sunlight in the summer, making it just a bit easier for HVAC system to keep the house cool.
If you are a new homeowner, one of the things you might be considering is an upgrade of your landscaping. If so, a landscaping professional can make that job much easier and get you the best results.
A perfect example of a Japanese garden design theme involves a sense of balance and harmony tempered by imperfection. Thus, you might see contrasts in color, size, texture, form, and placement throughout the garden.
There are some fertilizers that are simple to apply- a sprayer and voila. Other types of fertilizer can be more intensive to apply, but are more traditional and perhaps more natural. Either way, hiring a pro is always the best way to go.
It’s important to remember that you can usually only get professional quality results when using professional grade products. Since the highest quality fertilizer isn’t always available to consumers, you may have to use a professional to get the results you want.
Mark Twain is known for his wit, humor, and wisdom. We work outdoors in every season and have to agree with this pithy observation, “In the spring, I have counted one hundred and thirty-six different kinds of weather inside of four and twenty hours.”
Have you ever felt the pressure to run out and mow your lawn, no matter how tired you were, because you next door neighbor just mowed his or hers? Some anthropologists consider this a form of unconscious social conformity.
As your landscaping contractor cuts back dead foliage and rakes up debris, he or she will inspect your plants and identify anything that’s ailing. Diseased plants are either treated or taken out and disposed of (not in the compost).
Did you know that lawns are three times more effective than trees in producing oxygen? Fortunately, about 21 million acres of grass can be found in front and backyards of US homes, helping produce enormous amounts of oxygen.
We recognize that a vindictive tenant can cause significant damage to a home’s interior and exterior when they move out. Let’s talk about how quickly we can get the landscaping back in order so that it will be ready to present to new potential tenants.
Have you ever felt the pressure to run out and mow your lawn, no matter how tired you were, because you next door neighbor just mowed his or hers? Some anthropologists consider this a form of unconscious social conformity.
As your landscaping contractor cuts back dead foliage and rakes up debris, he or she will inspect your plants and identify anything that’s ailing. Diseased plants are either treated or taken out and disposed of (not in the compost).
Did you know that a new lawn will require more frequent fertilizing in order to take hold and thrive? If other tasks are keeping you from giving your lawn the attention it requires, we’re always happy to pick up the slack.
Organic lawn products work to release extra nitrogen as well as phosphorus and potassium into the soil to feed the roots of the lawn. The constant slow but steady stream of these nutrients results in a tougher lawn with a very durable root system.
Did you know that lawns are three times more effective than trees in producing oxygen? Fortunately, about 21 million acres of grass can be found in front and backyards of US homes, helping produce enormous amounts of oxygen.
We recognize that a vindictive tenant can cause significant damage to a home’s interior and exterior when they move out. Let’s talk about how quickly we can get the landscaping back in order so that it will be ready to present to new potential tenants.
Have you ever felt the pressure to run out and mow your lawn, no matter how tired you were, because you next door neighbor just mowed his or hers? Some anthropologists consider this a form of unconscious social conformity.
As your landscaping contractor cuts back dead foliage and rakes up debris, he or she will inspect your plants and identify anything that’s ailing. Diseased plants are either treated or taken out and disposed of (not in the compost).
