by Sarah Lowles | Mar 22, 2019
Weeds are the bane of many a gardener’s existence, and with the growth season underway, they can crop up in full force. We can help! Here are a few tips to reduce weeds in your yard. Fill up those planting beds! My personal strategy for combating weeds is to fill my... 
by Roger Anderson | Nov 8, 2018
Water features offer year-round enjoyment in the landscape, even in winter. Since the Portland area is blessed with fairly mild winters, very little is needed to protect your water feature from the elements. Except for hard freezes, you should be able to keep the... 
by Jesse Brough | May 25, 2018
In-ground sprinklers are great, but there are a few things you should know if you are considering purchasing one or if you have one already. 1. Watering in the rain Have you ever drove by a yard when it is raining and the sprinklers are running? If you don’t... 
by Roger Anderson | Jun 1, 2017
I’m sure everyone’s excited for the summer, after the wild winter the Pacific Northwest has had this year. Here are some things you can do to get ready for the warm season. Clean Up Gather branches and stems and use them as future firewood, mulching... 
by Jesse Brough | Apr 11, 2016
Your garden requires year-round attention so when it is time for your plants to flourish, they do. Winterizing your garden allows your plants to get the nutrients they need to last the cold winter months. It will also help your garden not contain, hopefully, as many... 
by Jesse Brough | Jul 29, 2011
The beauty of a well-planned design is that the process gives you the time to consider the possibilities. Turning impressions, thoughts, and simple sketches into a detailed ground plan enables you to make key conceptual decisions early in the process, saving time and... 