Swipe to view slides Ornamental grasses are a beautiful way of adding motion and a soft texture to a Tuscan landscape. Flowering thyme between the pathway stones gives off a lovely fragrance when walking and is a traditional Tuscan element. In this colorful garden, native plants mingle with Mediterranean species for a waterwise and low-care landscape. The warm…
Greenlife Nursery has served the landscaping needs of Central Texans for 30 years. Our forte is design and installation of residential projects within a 50 mile radius of Waco. Home landscape makeovers comprise 80% of our business, while newly constructed homes garner 10%, with commercial work adding the last 10%. Our projects range from $2500 to $100, . Greenlife…
David J. Frank Landscape Contracting, Inc. is a leading green landscaping business and Wisconsin s most well-known landscape contractor. We are acknowledged for award winning landscape architecture and landscape maintenance at Wisconsin properties and commercial sites, and we are equally well known by appearance, simply because people who appreciate quality…
While circular driveways are easy enough to plan and layout, It s often difficult to come up with ideas for planting and hardscaping the center area just inside the circle. Generally, most folks just go with some kind of planting displays, walkways, or even small water features. It may be helpful to come up with a solution if you keep in mind that even though…
Summary: Lighting the garden to create a beautiful nighttime landscape lighting picture by lighting plants and lighting landscaping features gives you the ability to use outdoor lighting in the garden as your canvas of artistic expression. Question: Lighting our garden is the next home improvement project we plan to tackle at our home. Can you give us some guidelines…
It seemed all traces of the natural world were obscured. “So, we asked ourselves, ‘How are we going to make this look rural?’” says Scheen, owner and founder of Austin’s LandWest Design Group. It was an odd question, considering the mess at hand, but as it turns out, it’s one that precedes many a wonderful garden design. “You get to a site and there’s an enormous…
From efficient plants to water-smart landscaping, your lawn can certainly do its part to improve water efficiency. Ready for a shock? The average US household guzzles down 320 gallons of water a day—that’s about nine full bath tubs’ worth of liquid! And about 30 percent of that gets dumped out straight on the lawn. Conventional water sprinklers are so inefficient…
This post may contain affiliate links. We may receive small commissions for purchases made through links in this post. . Gabions have been around since the late 16th century and were initially used as round cylinders filled with rock to protect field artillery. Nowadays, gabions filled with rock, concrete or sometimes sand/soil can be used in a number of different…
Have you ever thought about using your front yard for a fantastic vegetable garden? Artist and gardener Fritz Haeg believes front lawns can be turned into edible estates filled with delicious homegrown vegetables - an innovative idea that s sure to impress everyone on your block. Fritz began by planting four edible estate gardens in Kansas, California, New…
Owning a home is an american dream for most. Add a beautiful white fence around your property or garden and create a pristine look. The white picket fence is one of the most indelible pieces of garden imagery of modern times. It’s a truly versatile, universal signifier of a well-kept landscape that appears on countless lawns and gardens around the world. The…
Your garage or carport area is a significant chunk of your home’s exterior, so why are you pretending it’s not there? Whether it’s part of the main structure or a separate building on your property, your garage deserves to be more than an afterthought. A landscape plan that includes specific design elements for the garage will bring visual continuity to your…
Backyard Dimensions Infographic Having trouble remembering how tall to make a seat wall? Not sure about the dimensions of a fire pit? Use this handy infographic to quickly look up the measurements of the most popular backyard amenities. Backyard Landscape Dimensions (PDF) Backyards have become a true extension of the home. When properly landscaped, a backyard…
Patio Layout & Placement Time: 02:54 Designer/contractor Scott Cohen takes you to several homes to show you ideas for patio placement and layout in your yard. One of the greatest mistakes I see made by novice designers is the tendency to place one large slab patio at the rear of the house. While this might be a traditional layout, in actuality it is rarely…
There are a number of options for naming a lawn business. grass, lawn image by Greg Pickens from Fotolia.com If you re planning to start a lawn care business, an important consideration is the creation of a business name. Depending on your area, you may be facing stiff competition, so your name should help you stand out from the crowd. You should also check to…
Good landscaping can add as much as 20 percent to a property’s value. Part of that landscaping includes a way to access it, whether through walkways, paths or cultivated areas. Many people make great use of the area close to their home or building by installing wooden decks and then end up using a different landscape element to connect other areas of the space…
Author: Jayde Ferguson There’s no debating that first impressions do count. Although what’s on the inside is certainly important, houses – like books, are typically judged by their covers. Especially when it comes to selling your home; first impressions matter. A home’s front exterior should demonstrate a pride of ownership and inspire curiosity. Even if you’re…
Curious about native plants? Interested in a beautiful, low-maintenance landscape? Concerned about health and water quality? Or did you just stumble on to this page by accident? Regardless, we welcome you and hope we can satisfy or pique your curiosity. In the pages that follow, we will introduce some basic Concepts of landscaping with native plants, referred…
By Linda Ly When gardening in a drought, it’s sometimes easier to just throw in the towel (er, the trowel) and put your yard on hiatus in the height of summer. Longer days and rising temperatures can be hard on thirsty plants, but that doesn’t mean you need to forgo your beautiful landscape. By learning how to conserve the moisture in your soil and choosing water…
These cost-effective landscaping ideas will help you create your dream garden. A great garden can raise a home’s value. But, perhaps even more importantly, it can raise your spirit. A gorgeous garden doesn’t have to break the bank, either. “The key to low-budget landscaping is to create an overall plan, ” says Patricia St. John, principal at St. John Landscapes…
It can be difficult to get clients to articulate what they want their dream landscape to look like. Pinterest can be a unique and familiar way for clients to share their ideas with you, but also for you to show them the work you can provide. According to a blog post by Sponzilli Landscape Group Inc., “[Pinterest is] a helpful visual tool for landscaping design…
Gardeners in snowy regions have plenty of reasons to get cold feet about winter: Plants are at rest and their bright colors dissipate, leaving a palette of white and gray. And with nothing to plant, they might think there are few winter landscaping tips - or to dos. In fact, careful planning in spring, summer, and fall - plus a few easy accents during winter…
Landscape Express can help you with your landscape design and backyard hardscaping ideas. We use top quality manufactured pavers and concrete products from Techo-Bloc, Cambridge Pavers and Nicolock in addition to natural stone products quarried here in New England. We use the best landscaping rocks that can complete your all your hardscape patio ideas. From pool…
Swipe to view slides European Gardens in York, SC Elaine M. Johnson Landscape Design in Centerville, MA Charles C Hugo Landscape Design in South Berwick, ME At first glance, gravel driveways appear quite simple - grade the ground flat, spread some gravel and start using it. Well, it turns out there is more than meets the eye. Adam Heath, Design Director for Mid…
Edging makes your landscape look complete and it also serves an important practical purpose. It keeps individual elements from intruding on each other s space. The key is not to overdo it – too much edging can interrupt the flow of your garden. In addition, edging is prone to damage if it s used in a frequently mowed part of your yard. Determine Where Edging…
Dream Big. Dream Small. We Love Them All. Designers are the secret behind great landscaping. It’s the years of learning, experience and listening that make the difference between a nice yard and extraordinary landscaping. It doesn’t matter what size the project is, our designers are here to create just what you had in mind. Come meet them. Jerry Epping, Landscape…
The idea is simple: Foundation plants should enhance your home, make it more welcoming, and tie it to the surrounding landscape. Unfortunately, these house-hugging plantings frequently consist of stiff evergreen shrubs that do little for the house they adorn. Even worse, they re often sheared into something closer to green loaves of bread than to anything found…
Shop Garden Décor Whether it’s for your yard, garden or patio, there are infinite accessories to enhance your outdoor space. Check out this curated collection of décor that will make your space truly unique. Veggie Garden Guide Use this infographic to find out when, where and what vegetables to plant in your garden. Get tips for garden orientation, size and irrigation…
