by Sarah Lowles | Oct 15, 2022
Often considered to be the jewels of the landscape, it can be especially satisfying to enjoy a yard enhanced with beautiful plantings. While permanent elements such as paver patios or bubbling water features have a finished look as soon as the installation is...
by Sarah Lowles | Feb 1, 2022
When clients say they want low-maintenance yards, I always ask if they’re interested in installing an irrigation system. The two most time-consuming tasks in keeping up the landscape are often watering and weeding. Fortunately, having an automatic irrigation system...
by Sarah Lowles | Dec 6, 2021
Like most things in life, planning ahead can have a big impact on the outcome – especially when it comes to finances. You may not have a vision yet for your yard, but there are a few items that may very well save you money regardless of the improvements you make in...
by Sarah Lowles | Jun 10, 2021
When many people picture lush landscapes, they imagine a sun-filled space full of colorful flowers and greenery. The shade garden, in contrast, is often seen as a peaceful, more subdued retreat. While shade gardens may not be ideal for growing veggies or a cutting...
by Sarah Lowles | Sep 23, 2020
One of the least glamourous materials in the landscape may be landscape fabric. It’s cheap, ugly, and is useful in a variety of applications. Our clients sometimes ask us about installing landscape fabric as a weed prevention tool, and we discourage this. Why you...
