Planning for the Future: Designing Landscapes That Grow With You
Great landscape design isn’t just about the here and now—it’s about envisioning a space that becomes more beautiful, functional, and enriching with time. When we plan outdoor environments, we aim to balance short-term and long-term goals to create a space that is both beautiful and maintainable. Done correctly, these gardens and landscapes don’t just survive, […]
Nature-Inspired Fire Pit Retreat
Some of the best designs are those that seamlessly blend with their surroundings. This recent project—an outdoor living space featuring a custom stone fire pit and natural hardscaping—demonstrates how thoughtful design can transform a yard into a tranquil retreat. The Vision The homeowners wanted to create a warm and inviting space that celebrated the beauty […]
Meet Kelly + Austin
One of our primary approaches to customer service is to be able to assist our clients with as many of their outdoor needs as possible. So while landscape design & installation is where we got started, our other divisions have helped propel us forward. Enter Kelly and Austin McBride–husband and wife duo running our Maintenance […]
Common Plant Pests
Plant Pests might feel intimidating to try to tackle so we’ve broken down some of the common plant pests and how to get rid of them. Japanese Beetles WHAT: Japanese Beetles are common plant pests that are invasive insects that have a metallic, emerald green and copper exterior. WHERE: You can find them on roses, […]
40 Projects Photos for our 40 Year Celebration
We never could have imagined all the cool projects we would get to be a part of when we began this journey in 1985. What a joy it has been to work with all of our lovely clients, try new design styles, experiment with new plants and stone materials, and do it alongside our amazing […]
Modern Elegance In A Commercial Landscape
Transforming the exterior of a professional building into a standout landmark requires vision, precision, and an eye for detail. This recent commercial landscape design/build project brought all three together to create a sleek, functional, and visually appealing outdoor space. The centerpiece of the design is the water feature that uses custom cut black granite stone. Positioned […]
Let’s Talk Strawberries
June-Bearing vs Everbearing You may have heard the terms June-Bearing and Everbearing when talking about strawberry plants. What does that mean? June-Bearing strawberries produce a large crop all at once (typically in late spring/early summer–hence the name) while Everbearing varieties produce smaller crops throughout the growing season. Generally, they will yield 2-3 smaller harvests spring […]
Fertilize Trees and Shrubs
The main reason to fertilize trees and shrubs is to bolster their health so they are better prepared to fight off pests, disease, and environmental stresses. While fertilizer can’t solve all of the tree’s problems, it will go a long way to give it a fighting chance. Does my tree need fertilizer? Trees growing in […]