Did you know that by employing sustainable landscaping strategies (those that reduce the need for water and energy) your family can save quite a bit of money? In fact, such landscaping techniques can save a family as much as $2,500 per square foot!
If you have ugly, misshapen, or withered trees on your commercial property this can not only detract from your property value but also scare away your customers. A good spring pruning can restore your trees and give them an attractive shape and density.
Did you know that professional landscaping protects water quality? Professionally planned landscapes can reduce nitrate leaching from the soil into the water supply and also reduce water runoff. This keeps phosphorus and other toxins out of waterways and also keeps septic systems healthy.
Did you know that LED lighting is very energy efficient, typically using 75-80% less energy than a comparable incandescent fixture? These are just one option to consider when it comes to deciding your exterior lighting.
Ever wonder why you can often find scalene triangles in Japanese landscape designs? In Japanese culture, triangles create a symmetrical balance, especially when there are single or groupings of objects at the triangle’s apex.
Can you diagnose problems with your lawn, trees or shrubs? If there's an issue, we can determine if the problem is disease, insects or something else and get your lawn and garden in shape again.
Putting the right plants together for landscaping design is an art form that is best left to the landscaping contractor. Knowing which plants to put together not only serves an aesthetic appeal but it also, when done properly, enables plants to grow big and strong and flourish.
Unfortunately, many of the lawn care products you can buy in the home and garden stores simply aren’t powerful enough to make much difference to a lawn choked with weeds. When you need professional quality results, professional-grade products are a must.
If you are looking for the best way to have your lawn green and lush, an organic option might be something that you should consider. And the pros can help.
Each aspect of Japanese landscape design has significance. Clusters of sharp or pointed stones are often situated at the north end of a pond or small lake to symbolize the rocky natural coastlines found throughout Japan.
Did you know that trees need to be trimmed on a regular schedule to keep them healthy and thriving? Depending on the type of tree, the recommended duration is usually one to four years.
Are you after the perfect yard? You know your place has the potential, but you just can’t figure out the factors that you want to include. That’s where a landscaping contractor can help you. They know the current trends and can help you obtain those things.
While you may be comfortable taking care of your lawn, dealing with ornamentals and trees can take expertise to keep them healthy. If you don’t have the time to study up on what each item in your lawn needs, we’re here to help.
The process of dethatching the lawn (removing the excess buildup of thatch which develops over time) is important to complete before the lawn is fertilized. Otherwise, the thatch can suspend the fertilizer in the grass leaves, inhibiting it from reaching the soil and even burning the grass itself.
Do you have a list of things you need to fix on your commercial building after winter has passed? Don’t forget about your landscaping. Fortunately, professional spring clean up can handle most problems, and can let you know about the rest.
Japanese gardens are full of symbols. Raked sand or gravel represents rivers, while groupings of stones and rocks suggest islands. These symbols inform the design process and help create landscape art.
Did you know that healthy soil is an important part of organic lawn care? Healthy soil contains high organic content that is teeming with biological life. This will support the development and growth of healthy grass that is naturally resistant to weeds and pests.
We recognize how competitive certain neighborhoods can be about the appearance of the lawns. If you’re ready for your lawn to be the envy of the people on your street, it’s time to put your lawn on a regular care schedule that we can help with.
A cactus is a succulent, but not all succulents are cacti. A succulent is any plant with fleshy and juicy tissues, including cacti, aloe, and yucca.
“Bring me a shrubbery” may be one of the famous funny lines from Monty Python’s “Holy Grail” film, but shrubbery need good care- and if you have one, you know that takes time. A professional landscaping firm is the best way to ensure that your businesses shrubbery looks its best.
Creating a meadow and using it in lieu of a traditional lawn is a great landscaping strategy. In fact, professional landscaping often prefers sustainable landscapes, as they not only reduce the need for water but also dramatically improve air quality.
Did you realize a clean cut helps preserve a healthy lawn? Of course, we're talking about mower blades! Using a dull blade mangles grass ends, leaving them more vulnerable to disease and predation by insects. Sharp blades help maintain a healthier and more attractive lawn.
Were you aware that trees and shrubs require regular feeding during their growth cycles? Without proper nutrition, vegetation can become spindly and unattractive. Trees may also begin to lose branches, especially during storms.
Are you considering having your yard landscaped? Think about how you want to spend your time in your yard, and whether you want an certain aspects such as an expansive garden, or a plant-less patio where you can lounge without worrying about weeding and planting.
Desert gardening can be challenging, but it also has its advantages. In many instances, if your garden can sustain cacti, it can probably produce two carefully chosen vegetable crops in a season, both spring and fall.
It’s important to remember that putting down your own fertilizer right before a heavy rain will often give your lawn very little time to absorb the nutrients before it washes away. Using a service that uses high-quality fertilizer is one of the best ways to maximize nutrient absorption.
Are you interested in ways to enjoy your yard more during the year? A landscape contractor can design and install a deck with features such as an outdoor barbecue or full outdoor kitchen. There are even outdoor TVs designed to enhance the time you spend outdoors.
