Do you have shrubs, trees or flowers that are not flourishing as expected? You’re not alone. Many homeowners find themselves frustrated when their landscaping efforts don’t yield the results they envisioned. Understanding the underlying factors behind plant health can make a big difference in achieving the beautiful, healthy plant or landscape you desire. Let’s explore […]
Troubleshooting: Why Your Plants Aren’t Thriving Read More »
A well-maintained and attractive landscape not only enhances the beauty of your property but also adds value to your home. However, like any other aspect of your home, landscaping requires regular attention and occasional updates to keep it looking its best. If your busy life style allows less time to fuss or update your yard,
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We understand why some homeowners hesitate to pursue their dream backyard due to budget constraints of a full transformation. Truth be told, most of us homeowners have bigger dreams for our outdoor space than we actually plan to spend on it. Good news – don’t stop dreaming! It’s a great exercise to envision what your
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Photo Credit: Minnesota State Horticultural Society Gardening is hugely rewarding, and an escape from the stresses of everyday life. However, it’s frustrating when you feel that your efforts fall short. Realistically, it’s inevitable to have some gardening disappointments. Albert Einstein said “Anyone who has never made a mistake has never tried anything new”. But we
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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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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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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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You might have recently invested in a lovely patio that can accommodate your family and friends. Patios serve as an extension of your indoor space and draw people outdoors. However, whether you chose pavers or flagstone for your patio, hardscaping’s rigid lines can make the space uninviting without the addition of landscaping (softscaping) to soften
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Another year flew by and uncertain times continue….all of it leaving an impact on the ways we see and use our outdoor space. The increased amount of time spent at home in 2020 and 2021 led families to improve their living space. And an integral part of that living space is our own front and
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After being in the landscaping business for over 20 years, Whitehouse Landscaping has transformed and maintained thousands of landscapes and turned the impossible into possible for many clients. But to stay on the cutting edge of what is evolving in the landscaping world, we constantly seek out new and educational opportunities to grow… which led
Gravel Gardening….Beautiful, Low Maintenance & Water Wise Read More »
We all want clean, beautiful beds on our property but the question is what type of material will work best for your yard? The three different types of mulch available are: bark mulch, stone or living groundcover and to help you decide, we will break down your options into organic and inorganic, and briefly describe the
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It’s not unusual for properties in the Pottstown, Douglassville and Chester Springs areas to have a sloping terrain. A steep incline at first seems somewhat intimidating to landscape but with careful planning, there are options that are aesthetically appealing and at the same time functional. Whitehouse Landscaping has transformed many hilly properties over the years,
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