Alliums. Credit: Pixabay Plant in the Fall for a “Wow” Spring and Summer There’s no instant gratification when you plant Alliums, but if you can exercise patience, you’ll be totally rewarded in the spring or summer to early fall when you get to enjoy these remarkable flowers. Alliums are a group of plants in the […]
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Each year the Perennial Plant Assoc. designates one perennial as the “Perennial Plant of the Year”. The selection is based on multiple seasons of interest, low maintenance, adaptability to a wide range of climates, pest & disease resistance and ease of propagation. The 2023 pick is Rudbeckia ‘American Gold Rush’ (Black-Eyed-Susan). In addition to the
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The American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) claims professional landscaping can add to a home’s price tag “15 percent to 20 percent more at the time of resale”. In recent years, indoor space takes a back seat to outdoor space. It’s the outdoor space that visitors see first as well as where you spend your
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Evergreens are such an important part of our landscape. Unlike deciduous plants that are bare in the winter months, evergreens keep their foliage all seasons. Planting evergreens on your property will reward you with lush, green foliage all year and give your yard the good bones and structure that make for great curb appeal. Note
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Seating walls are a fantastic addition to any property and often become the best feature of our clients’ landscapes. They are ideal for those who love to entertain and hang out outdoors. According to the American Society of Landscape Architects, sitting walls have become one of the top 10 trends in outdoor living design. A
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There’s nothing better than sitting around your pool in the summer with family and friends. But before you experience this enjoyment, you’ll need to decide what hardscaping materials you will want to surround your pool. Often referred to as a pool deck, it’s important to know your options and know the look you want to
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As landscapers, we tackle lots of backyard makeovers in Montgomery, Chester and Berks counties. There are homeowners who inherit a ‘blah’ backyard, some folks lives are busy and outdoors get neglected, and others just want to transform their yard so that everyone wants to hang out in their outdoor space. Whatever the reason, we’ve worked
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Most of our homes have the same basic landscaping features such as front foundation beds, walkways, patios and plantings galore. Buy why do some landscapes ‘pop’ and others seem ‘blah’? Yes, some have excellent landscape design and hardscaping qualities that set them apart but some properties simply lack a focal point in certain areas of
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Sedum Autumn Joy Sedum is an interesting succulent plant that adds color and interest to the garden. There are hundreds of varieties of sedums and most have fleshy succulent leaves and star-shaped flowers that attract butterflies and other pollinators. What Sedums Like and Dislike Likes: Sedums like lots of sun (at least 6 hours of
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Japanese Maple. Photo: The Tree Center A beautiful patio is a great investment and one your family will enjoy for years to come. But once your patio is installed, you’ll want to soften its lines, and step up the appeal by doing some landscaping around the patio. Landscape beds are always desirable, but planting a
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Property Care = Beautiful Landscaping There are some basic tasks to be performed regularly if your goal is the have the best looking property on the block. It’s important to know what chores are necessary to achieve your goal and then evaluating if you want to invest the time it takes to do them. Some
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Incorporating boulders into your front or backyard landscaping is a relatively new trend and one that has definitely risen in popularity. Boulders can upgrade landscaping and add a spark of creativity in what otherwise might be an ordinary landscaped bed or a grassy yard. Why Use Boulders in the Landscape? Boulders come in different sizes,
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