Using Specimen Plants to Transform a Landscape
As designers, we’re often asked how to make a space feel more intentional. Clients often expect the answer to be complex but one of the simplest, most powerful tools in a designer’s kit is the strategic use of specimen plants. Specimens are those standout trees, shrubs, or perennials that anchor a space and instantly give […]
Rost, Inc. Maintenance Division: Personalized Care for Every Landscape
Keeping your landscape happy and healthy requires a hefty addition to your to-do list. Ensuring that you stay on top of yard maintenance before it gets out of control and that you are doing these tasks within the proper timing can be a chore. Luckily, there are services in place that take both the guess […]
Columnar Plants in Landscaping: A Guide for Homeowners
When designing residential landscapes, one of the most underutilized but incredibly impactful plant form is the columnar shaped plant. Columnar shaped plants are defined by their narrow and upright habit. Many of the types of plants that you already know and love come in columnar varieties – both trees and shrubs. This shape is ideal […]