Investing in Irrigation

Investing in Irrigation

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...
Tips to Lower your Project Costs

Tips to Lower your Project Costs

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...
Bistro Lights

Bistro Lights

Installing an outdoor lighting system is a wonderful way to add beauty and style to one’s home.  After the sun sets it creates a warm, inviting environment and allows one to enjoy the outdoor space well into the night.  From inside the home, it can bring joy...
Maximize Your Space: Design Ideas for a Small Garden

Maximize Your Space: Design Ideas for a Small Garden

With property sizes getting smaller nowadays, homeowners are faced with a new challenge of creating a functional and beautiful outdoor retreat with very limited square footage. While a sprawling backyard might seem wonderful, there are definitely advantages to having...
Get Backyard Habitat Certified!

Get Backyard Habitat Certified!

Would you like your garden to attract birds, butterflies, beneficial pollinators, and other wildlife? Do you live on a property in Oregon that is less than an acre in Multnomah, Clackamas, or Washington County, or within Clark County in Washington state? Did you know...
Creating a Sense of Community- the New Front Porch

Creating a Sense of Community- the New Front Porch

Back in the day, many homes were built with large sweeping front porches.  You could sit on a comfortable chair or porch swing and wave or chat to your neighbors as they passed by.  You could keep an eye on the comings and goings of the kids as they ran from yard to...