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Creating an Outdoor Sanctuary, Right in Our Backyards
We now live in a whole new reality. Social distancing and shelter-in-place orders have us spending a lot more time at home than usual. With the coronavirus pandemic upon us, people are postponing or canceling their vacations. Working from home is a mandate for...
Thinking Outside the Pot! Eight Unusual Containers for Your Edibles
With residential lots getting smaller and apartment living on the rise, it’s no surprise that container gardening has been gaining popularity. The desire for a healthier, pesticide-free, organic lifestyle has also led to more people wanting to grow their own food....
City of Sandy Fountain
Recognize this fountain? The City of Sandy advertised a design competition for its Centennial Plaza in 2010. Over 80 designs were submitted from all over the United States. Blessing Landscapes' design made it to the top 5 selection, and after...
To Wall or Not To Wall: Retaining Walls and Value Engineering
One of the most common items homeowners ask us to quote is retaining walls. These functional and attractive landscaping staples can really transform an area. But are they necessary? This depends on the steepness of the slope and how you intend to use the space. For...
2019 Lighting Design Awards
Blessing Landscapes is proud to announce that we received recognition for three of our outstanding landscape lighting projects for the 2019 qualifying year. LIT (Light in Theory) Design Awards annually recognizes the efforts of talented international lighting product...
Fence Styles and Materials
Below is a list of fence styles and materials to help inspire and start you off on your upcoming fencing project! Even with this information, it's best to consult with a local professional before beginning your project as they have years of experience and valuable...
Blessing Landscapes Introduces 3D Design Services!
Do you have trouble visualizing a landscape design based on a traditional 2D plan view? You’re not alone. A lot of people find it difficult to make sense of these plans. To help with this issue, Blessing Landscapes is excited to announce a 3D option to our design...
Design Elements for Small Spaces
The Portland Metro area is a beautiful and inspiring place to live but as more and more people flock here, developers are building homes on ever tinier and tinier lots. This means there’s not much outdoor space and even less privacy. So, what’s a homeowner to do?...
Why Hire a Professional Outdoor Lighting Designer?
You’ve just spent serious energy and resources to create the perfect outdoor living spaces you’ve always dreamed of. Your favorite sculpture now lives in the perfect place to be viewed from many different angles and perspectives. That favorite specimen tree can now be...
Is it Okay to Plant in Winter?
With 30 years of experience in the landscape industry working in the Portland, Oregon area, here are a few pros, cons and tips I’ve learned about planting in the winter: 1. Marginal Plants As a general rule, winter is a good time to plant. However, if the plant is...