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Winter can be a tough time for the plants in your yard. Without proper care and preparation, your grass, trees, and bushes might not make it through the winter. You should focus on unique areas in your lawn and invest in specialized equipment to ensure your lawn's survival. For a healthy spring lawn, take the following precautions this fall and winter.
As the fall comes to a close, your lawn needs the proper preparation to ensure that it survives the winter. Major areas of concern include your grass, flower beds, and leaves.
Winterize Your Grass
Your grass is the largest plant in your yard, which means it’s the largest investment. You can spend hundreds or even thousands of dollars to replace dead grass. Home owners and lawn care professionals need to take three actions to prepare their grass before the winter begins: aerate, fertilize, and mow.
Aerate: You lawn needs to breath. The process of aeration increases the exchange of oxygen between your soil and the air above it. Aerators punch holes into a lawn, allowing it to breathe. Other benefits of an aerated yard include:
Most lawns only require one aeration per year, but heavily used lawns may benefit from multiple treatments. Aerators can be an effective investment for the lawn care professional and the home owner alike. Many different aerator models exist. Identify your need, and invest in one that fits your needs
Fertilize: Due to an increased rainfall, milder evenings, and morning dew, experts consider the fall the perfect time to fertilize. This is the time your lawn begins storing nutrients for the winter. Fertilization allows the roots of your grass to store the materials they need before the cold of winter sets in. The more nutrients your lawn receives during this time, the healthier it will remain during the winter months.
Professionals use broadcast spreaders to distribute fertilizer. Designed to spread the fertilizer in a wide arc, these attach to ride-along mowers or come in walk-behind models.
Mow: Cutting your grass is the last thing that needs to happen before the winter months set in. Lengthy grass will suffer during the winter months. Cut grass shorter during the last cut of the season. This will allow the sun to reach more of grass, help your lawn avoid disease, and increase its growth rate in stunted areas.
Like all lawn equipment, a good mower is an investment in precision and beauty. A quality mower will produce a quality cut for your lawn.
Protect Your Flowerbeds
Your plants need plenty of water leading up to the winter months. A well-hydrated flowerbed is more likely to stay healthy during their less active season. Pull weeds, and trim shrubs to maximize the nutrients stored in the roots.
Before the first snowfall, but after the ground freezes, apply a blanket of mulch to the area. This will protect the delicate roots from freezing.
Rake Leaves before the Snow
As trees shed their fall foliage, your lawn wears the leaves like a heavy coat. You should remove this coat of leaves to increase your lawn's health during the fall. This will allow your lawn to breathe and receive the necessary sunlight just before the first snow.
Leaves left on the grass during the first snowfall may cause snow mould or other fungus to develop.
Even during the winter months, it is important to keep up your lawn care with the following activities.
Snow blankets many towns and cities during the winter months. While a well-prepared lawn can safely endure winter’s frost, some things homeowners do to control snow and ice can damage your yard's plant life.
Many homeowners use salt to melt snow and remove ice from sidewalk and driveways. However, too much salt may can damage plants by pulling water away from their roots. The simplest way to prevent this is to remove snow with a snow blower and shovel.
For larger lawns or driveways, consider clearing out snow by attaching a snow plow to a truck or ATV.
Prune Your Trees and Shrubs
The best time of year to prune or trim a tree is in late winter. When pruning smaller areas, use shears or pruning scissors. Lager stems or branches may require a chainsaw or power cutter.
A few reasons to prune your trees or bushes include:
Homeowners and lawn care professionals can maintain a well-manicured lawn year-round by taking preparatory steps in the fall and winter. If you want to maintain a high-quality lawn, invest in the proper equipment and take the right preparatory and maintenance steps. Then look forward to a healthy, green lawn when spring rolls back around.


Native trees — species that are native to a particular geographic area — help protect water quality through their deep, well-adapted root systems that naturally increase the ability of soil to absorb, treat and retain water. These trees are also essential for supporting our region’s diverse bird populations. Native trees produce more insect prey for birds than non-natives ― and 96 percent of birds raise their young on insects. They are crucial to preserving habitats, and can support 35 times more insect-eating birds than non-natives. Ever-increasing population density in cities makes it more important to consider the impacts of the built environment on wildlife habitats. To promote avian biodiversity, urban areas must be suitable for both humans and wildlife.
Because local insects did not evolve with non-native trees and plants, many lack the ability to overcome a non-native tree’s natural defenses and must feed elsewhere. Caterpillars, a fundamental food source for breeding birds, are one of the most specialized groups — over 90 percent of butterfly and moth larvae feed exclusively on certain plants. Currently, more than 80 percent of suburban areas are landscaped with Asian flora, leaving a food-barren environment for birds looking to find nourishment. When non-native trees replace native species, entire food webs can be disturbed by loss of adapted insects, wiping out sustenance for birds.
A study conducted through Smithsonian’s Neighborhood Nestwatch program found birds are more likely to build nests in yards dominated by native trees, and will fly farther to find grub if nest locations are not ideal. Although humans may find non-natives exotic and alluring choices for their landscapes, such choices can decrease birds’ survival and fitness, as many lack nutrient-dense seeds and fruit and may lure birds toward predators. Research by ecologist Amanda Rodewald found that chickadees nesting in invasive honeysuckle reared 20 percent fewer young due to increased predation during the breeding season. Non-native trees can be destructive to bird populations by disrupting natural selection.
Help protect habitats that allow birds to flourish by landscaping your yard with native trees. Birds, insects and many other species will thank you!
Visit the MARC Water Quality native plants page for more about native trees, including some that display fall color. »


Is your pool looking tired and old? In need of a change or an update to match a new home renovation? Whatever the reason, Award Pools Group specialises in turning the eyesore in your Sydney backyard into a stunning oasis. The owner of Award Pools Group has a full building licence and can help you with your complete pool renovations, including new structures or buildings.
There are many great features that will improve your tired pool into an oasis, including:
Incorporating a water feature, such as a waterfall or fountain, can complement your pool renovation. Water features come in many different styles. The water feature variations are endless and whatever your ideas may be, Award Pools Group can help you transform your vision into a reality. View the Water Features Gallery.
Adding structures during your pool renovation, such as a Pergola, Gazebo or Pool Room, can add another dimension to the practicality of the pool area. Structures can make the space more useful, exciting and even more beautiful. Structures at the edge of a pool can provide shade from the summer heat, or just about anywhere to create a landscaping feature and a place for relaxation.
Visit our gallery of some of our recent Sydney pool renovations. This is only a small selection of the many hundreds of renovations managed by Award Pools Group, so please Request a Quote for tailored advice for your home.


|A before picture of our landscaping|
Anyone will tell you that using a front tine can be tough. My ordeal was no different. Even though I had removed the root ball for approximately thirty, twenty-five year old shrubs the red Georgia clay soil was still compacted and full of smaller roots. Eventually, over a week or so and between torrential thunderstorms, I was able to get the soil just the way I wanted it.
With the soil ready to receive new plants Susan and I just needed to know what to plant. We went to our local plant nursery where we bought three shrubs. The nursery is less than 3 miles from my house so Susan asked if someone could come by and recommend which plants might do best for our situation. The plants would have to tolerate full sun. They said they'd be happy to drop by but they never did. She called twice. Both times they said they'd be there. They never came. Moving on , Susan called a landscape designer with more than 20 years of experience, but no references. We passed! Lastly, Susan searched the Internet for someone to help us with a landscape plan. We planned to do the work ourselves, we just wanted a list of plants and some advice as to spacing, etc.
We drove the short distance to Wilson Bros. Nursery just east of McDonough one Saturday morning. The place was abuzz with customers and salespeople. They had a large selection of plants and Susan took notes as she saw ones she liked. Eventually, she met and picked up the business card for Zachary M. Davis, owner of ZMD Landscaping (tel.: (706) 982-4185). Zac asked her to call for an appointment and he'd come on by and workout a plan for us. When Zac arrived I'd already taken measurements and printed a drawing I'd created using Microsoft Publisher. It was basically a landscape plan without the plants. It was the third plan I'd created for the front yard in 10 years however, the first two plans were never acted upon. We also gave Zac several 8.5" x 11" color pictures of the area we wanted to landscape. We were very happy with his plant selections.
The third time's a charm! In about a week Zac had taken my outline and, on a 11" x 17" sheet of paper, filed in the space where we'd removed the old plants with new and interesting plants. The plan called for Degroot's Spire Arborvitae(1), Sky Pencil Holly(3), Acoma Crape Myrtle(2), Blue Juncas Grass(1), Japanese Maple(1) - not shown in plan drawing, Popcorn Drift Rose(3), Purple Pixie Loropetalum(2), Creeping Jenny(12), Day Lilies (3 bunches), Blue Rug Juniper (10), Weeping Crape Myrtle (2), Rose Creek Abelia(6), Adagio Maiden Grass(1), Homestead Purple Verbena(12), Harbour Dwarf Nandina(6), Fire Witch Dianthus(14), Snow White Indian Hawthorn(2), Kaleidoscope Abelia(2), and Twist of Lime Abelia(1). The plan cost us $200. Susan and I met Zac Davis at the nursery the following week. He helped us choose each plant. My truck bed was filled to the brim with greenery.
|Landscape plan - left side|
|Landscape plan - right side|
|Degroot's Spire Arborvitae|
|Sky Pencil Holly|
|Acoma Crape Myrtle|
|Blue Juncas Grass|
|Popcorn Drift Rose|
|Purple Pixie Loropetalum|
|Blue Rug Juniper|
|Rose Creek Abelia|
|Adagio Maiden Grass|
|Homestead Purple Verbena|
|Harbour Dwarf Nandina|
|Fire Star Dianthus|
|Snow White Indian Hawthorn|
|Twist of Lime Abelia|
Many of the plants we bought were on sale, 20% off. Zac took an additional 10% off the whole lot of them. We left the nursery about $860 lighter but overall we both felt like we got a great deal. I'd also have to relocate three clusters of day-lilies and plant a weeping Japanese Maple tree we bought on a whim at Costco before we started the project.
In addition to the plants, we'd bought to large boulders, and smaller stones. They would be the first to go in, before the plants. We found the boulders and stones at American Stone Company in Stockbridge, Georgia.
|American Stone Company|
|Boulders and stones up front, mulch in the back|
|Stone and plants in place|
|The finished project|
|Plants and mulch in place|
|More plants and mulch|
|Another view of the finished project|
|A final view showing stones in the back leading to the gas meter and sprinkler box|
Soil Amendments $40
Boulders and Stones $724
Plants (and more amendments) $860
Weeping Japanese Maple tree $130
Overall, I think the project tuned out well. We tackled this project a bit late in the year just as the heat of summer is setting in. Some of the pictures show the stress that the new plants are under. We're hopeful that most of the plants will survive. Daily watering is definitely in order.
The total cost of the project was about $2484 (and many hours of hard work and a tiller, of course).
The cost of not having to trim shrubs - priceless!
I still need to repair the outdoor lighting system and plant the three shrubs we bought at the local nursery. After that, our next project will be to reclaim some of the natural area in the front yard with new Zoysia grass sod.
Thanks for reading.


The History of Our Roots
Beautify your landscape today with quality, from James Taylor Irrigation. We’ve been beautifying the Shreveport /Bossier area, since 1995 and we couldn’t be happier about it. Since founding James Taylor Irrigation, we’ve been growing every year and now serve not only the local community, but the surrounding cities as well. Feel free to also get in touch with us for any landscape and gardening questions, as we’re more than happy to advise you.


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The Dubai garden tour is something that every tourist should indulge in. There are various parks with different themes, but the gardens have their own beauty that attracts tourists here. Among all the gardens, there are three most popular ones. The Dubai Miracle Garden, Dubai Butterfly Garden, and Dubai Garden Glow should not be missed at all. As the name suggests, all three of them have their own theme and specialty. The Dubai Miracle Garden has incredibly beautiful shapes made of flowers. The fountains surrounded by the colorful flowers fill your heart with happiness. Dubai garden visit seekers should definitely visit the Butterfly garden to see beautiful butterflies along with the colorful flowers. Different than other two gardens, the Dubai Garden Glow offers mesmerizing lighting at night, which makes it a must visit. The Dubai garden visit offers beauty, photo opportunities and a great time to spend in a relaxing environment.
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This luxurious Mediterranean estate offers lavish interiors, lush landscaping, serene outdoor living areas, and unmatched elegance.
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This extraordinary Mediterranean-style estate is a true oasis of luxury and serenity. Surrounded by lush gardens and meticulously manicured landscapes, the property exudes an air of sophistication and tranquility. The main villa, with its terracotta-tiled roof and arched windows, boasts exquisite architectural details and inviting outdoor living spaces.
The interior is equally impressive, featuring ornate ceilings, elegant furnishings, and a stunning formal dining room with a grand chandelier. The outdoor area is a true paradise, with a sparkling pool reflecting the villa’s grandeur, immaculate gardens, and peaceful water features.
Every detail of this estate has been thoughtfully designed to provide an unparalleled living experience, blending Old World charm with modern amenities.


Claire & Clayton were amongst the first to be married at a brand new wedding venue in Brighton – the wonderful One Garden in Stanmer Park. The product of a recent refurbishment of the original walled gardens and nurseries One Garden is surely going to be a destination to get married for years to come!
Stanmer Park Wedding
Stanmer Park is a beautiful and historic park located in the city of Brighton, on the south coast of England. The park is set on the hillside, overlooking the city, and covers an area of over 1,400 acres. One Garden is tucked away nicely at the back of the park offering an exclusivity and escape from the rest of the park.
The surrounding area of the park is also beautiful, with many opportunities for wedding videography. The park’s rolling hills and woodlands provide a picturesque and natural backdrop, while the nearby village of Stanmer offers a charming and historic setting. The park also offers a great variety of outdoor walking and cycling paths, making it a great option for an outdoor wedding and reception.
The park is located just a short distance from the city of Brighton, which is known for its lively arts and cultural scene, as well as its beautiful beaches and scenic coastal walks. This location offers a great opportunity for wedding photography and a variety of options for guests accommodation and entertainment.


Garden 73 (Hamburg, Germany)
Soccer in a new environment. Water on the soccer lawn can create unintentional comic shots. In Garden 73 these conflicts become the central issues of the program.
The playing field is made of a simple concrete basin. The floor is covered with an elastic coating, which is roughened for friction.
In 1933, the architect R. Buckminster Fuller created the Dymaxion World Map, a cartographic projection which can be unfolded into a two dimensional map. In 1954, at Lake Maggiore, the first standardized mini-golf course was opened, designed by the landscape architect, P. Bongni. The Dymaxion golf in the garden 73 is a remix: the Unfolded Dymaxion World is the support field for the mini golf game. Continents and countries are successively played and conquered. The folded triangles of the world map consist of reinforced, lightweight concrete stilts, hovering over the lawn area.
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The Bloedel Reserve is one of the most highly acclaimed public gardens in the United States. Two miles of trails wind through 150 acres of wild landscapes and curated gardens on Bainbridge Island, Washington.
15-20 years ago, Bloedel Reserve was a “weed-and-feed operation, using so many pesticides and fungicides that it could fill up a New York City phone book,” Ed Moydell, Executive Director of Bloedel Reserve explained. These chemical-intensive methods were keeping weeds at bay but were not helping to improve the vitality and longevity of the gardens. It wasn’t until they were introduced to compost by a resident plant pathologist, Olaf Ribeiro, that they started to shift their course in a more sustainable direction. The addition of compost also allowed them to stop using many of the pesticides and fungicides, ultimately leading to pest management strategies today that are 98% organically derived.
With aging infrastructure and a renewed sense of focus on stewardship and conservation, Bloedel Reserve plans to construct the Environmental Resource Center (ERC), a series of buildings to further Bloedel’s work as leaders in plant pathogen and disease research, conservation, and sustainability. The new infrastructure will include a new shade house, new greenhouse, a remodeled and expanded maintenance building for tools and equipment, horticultural training center and a new composting facility designed by Green Mountain Technologies.
GMT HELPS BLOEDEL SAVE $500,000 ON THEIR NEW COMPOST FACILITY
Bloedel‘s first iteration of their new compost facility used windrows and was comprised of a giant concrete pad and stormwater pond. When Michael Bryan-Brown was asked to review the design, he explained that there are better, faster ways to make the same amount of compost on a reduced footprint. He introduced Bloedel to Aerated Static Pile (ASP) technology that forces air through compost piles increasing microbial decomposition resulting in increased efficiency and effectiveness of compost production.
For the Bloedel Reserve, he recommended the Green Mountain Technologies Standard ASP three-bin system and WebMACS control system to provide temperature and aeration control. The GMT design resulted in Bloedel saving about $500,000 In construction costs and will deliver compost in less time for use in their gardens.
The new design also includes a covered structure, which allows Bloedel to easily manage stormwater in the Pacific Northwest winter months and keep the compost from becoming too wet. When piles are not covered, water that touches the piles has to be properly managed, but with a roof, rainwater avoids the piles, keeping them dry and hot during the rainy Pacific Northwest winter months.
BOLSTERING THEIR PRESENCE AS PLANT PATHOGEN AND SUSTAINABILITY EXPERTS
After starting to use compost regularly, the benefits were observed immediately including increased “vigor and health of the plants while simultaneously reducing presence of pests, disease, and pathogen responses on plants,” Moydell explained. “We have the distinction of being the first public garden in the United States to detect Phytophthora ramorum, a harmful pathogen that causes Sudden Oak Death (SOD) in tree species.” Because of this detection, they have become the resident experts in how to test and prevent outbreaks of SOD, which they haven’t experienced in 4 years now.
GMT is proud to be a part of the design of the first Aerated Static Composting system on Bainbridge Island, Washington. The facility will efficiently make compost for Bloedel’s gardens using a cost-effective design, properly manage stormwater from Northwest winters, and become an integral part of the Environmental Horticultural Resource Center for generations to come.
Written by Theo Fehsenfeld, GMT Project and Business Development Assistant


Custom Home Design
For both the architect and client, there is nothing more exciting than designing a custom home. You may have spent many years dreaming of your new home or the opportunity to build a custom home may have come suddenly. Either way, listening to your ideas is the most important part of designing your new home and the first step in turning your dreams and ideas into reality.
Custom home design in the Colorado environment and lifestyle creates special challenges as well as rewards.A team approach is pursued, bringing the architect and owner together with the landscape architect or site planner, project engineer, and builder to create a design that meets both your desires and your budget.
The first step in designing your home is to walk the site with you, listening to your ideas and noting the site’s attributes and challenges. Next, we begin programming the house, discussing your desires and requirements in room-by-room detail. With this information, a schematic design is developed. Sometimes a hands-on approach may be taken, with the client involved in the rough planning of the layout. Otherwise, the architect provides the initial design layout. When the schematic design is completed, the client has the opportunity to review and discuss any desired changes. The design process doesn’t go forward until the client is completely satisfied. The prospective builder is also brought in at this time to provide budgeting guidance.
When the schematic design phase is complete, work is begun on construction documents. During this stage, periodic meetings will be held to discuss the project in detail along with interior design elements. At the completion of the construction documents, you will be ready, with the help of your builder, to bid and permit the project.
So what does all this cost? The cost of designing a custom home and construction documents at Archevie Design will be between $4.50 and $5.50 per square foot, depending on the detail and complexity of the home. This translates to 1% to 2% of the construction budget. Traditionally, at other architectural firms, fees may run between 5% and 15%. Additionally, there will be costs from outside consultants such as the site planner and structural engineer. When budgeting your home design, also take into account the need for a site survey and soils engineering report.
Please contact us to discuss our services and your ideas for your new home.


A healthy, green lawn is a joy to sink bare feet into and complements the landscape. Is your lawn falling, yellowing and losing the cool beauty despite watering it regularly? Well, that is normal and it shouldn’t give you a headache. Choosing the best Lawn Fertilizer for Autumn or Fall for your grass will promote healthy turf and minimize weed and pest issues with a thick mat that resists these problems.
While fertilizing the lawn in autumn is a great way to keep your grass healthy and green, selecting the best lawn fertilizer during autumn or fall can be a daunting task given the myriad nutrient products on the market. There are many types of lawn fertilizer on the market or you can use home-grown methods to enhance the vigor of your grass.
While the budget may cross your mind first, you should also pay attention to the type of grass in your yard, the condition of your lawn as well as the environmental conditions. There are many factors you need to consider before spending the money.
When Should You Fertilize your Lawn after seeding/plantation?
As with comedy, so too with fertilizer: timing is everything. There are many factors that determine the right time to fertilize your lawn but most importantly it will largely depend on the type of grass you are growing. Premature applications can lead to poor results due to cold weather, rains, or dormant grass.
You need to consider the age of the grass itself: if you fertilize young grass before it’s hearty enough for the treatment, some fertilizers may do much more harm than good. Fertilization should be done during the active growth season not when the grass is dormant. Fertilizing the lawn too early promotes rapid growth of cool-season weeds, something you actually don’t want.
Remember that fertilizing a lawn during fall is hardly ever a “one and done” situation; there will likely be several applications per season, and their timing matters, so plan accordingly and plan ahead. On the other hand, cool season varieties like the tall fescue grow rapidly in cooler months of fall and spring and therefore this is the best time to apply fertilizer to keep them growing longer in the cool weather and to help them green up quickly in spring. You can use Best Lawn Mower to improve your garden lawn.
Knowing the exact right time to fertilize your lawn depends on many variables, including the climate where you live, the age and health of your existing grass, and the type of fertilizer you have chosen to apply, but if you keep these broad strokes in mind, you’ll be ahead of the game: For beautiful results, you should energize your lawn at least once every 6-8 weeks during the active growth period. It can be hard to tell exactly when the soil temperature has hit (or passed) that magic mark of around 55 degrees Fahrenheit, but that’s when grass generally revives from its winter dormancy and starts to grow, so that’s when you should feed it.
Preventing Bugs in Lawn
No arrangement of counteracting garden bug irritations is bug proof, however a solid, very much kept up yard isn’t as liable to pull in creepy crawlies as a dismissed grass. Take after these rules to enable your grass to flourish:
Water profoundly yet occasionally. Give the sprinkler a chance to run gradually as long as the water is soaking in instead of running off.
Sprinkle grass seed in thin zones during spring and fall.
Utilize a grass animal categories that are known to develop well in your general vicinity. A neighborhood nursery can enable you to pick a decent animal varieties for your range.
Take after the directions on your garden manure sack or the exhortation of a grass mind pro to ensure that you apply enough compost at the proper circumstances.
Circulate air through the garden every year or when the cover is more profound than one-half inch.
Keep the lawnmower cutting edges sharp and never expel more than 33% of the stature of the grass when you cut.
Best Lawn Fertilizer for Autumn/Fall
Below is is a list of our best lawn fertilizer for Autumn or Fall which you can use.
(1) Scotts Turf Builder Lawn Food, 5,000-sq ft Lawn Fertilizer
Scotts Turf Builder Lawn Food improves lawn’s ability to absorb water and nutrients versus an unfed lawn. Scotts Turf Builder feeds and strengthens the root system, so that there’s less room for weeds to take hold. Feeds and strengthens to help protect against future problems. It also enhances your lawn’s ability to utilize nutrients and absorb water, giving you better, quicker results with less effort on your part.
The Scotts is able to feed and strengthen the lawn in order to protect it from future problems. Formulated with Scotts exclusive All-in-One Particle technology for even greening and feeding. When you feed with Scotts Turf Builder Lawn Food, you’re building strong roots that can handle the stresses caused by activity and weather.
First, regular feedings help your lawn look it’s best and provide the nutrients it needs to withstand the stress of weeds, weather and human activity. Regularly fed lawns absorb water and nutrients better than unfed lawns. Use Scotts Turf Builder Lawn Food to help your lawn be more efficient at using available water.
(2) Miracle-Gro All Purpose Plant Food, 10-Pound Plant Fertilizer
Miracle-Gro All Purpose Plant Food is one of the Best Lawn Fertilizer for Autumn/Fall as it instantly feeds plant to grow bigger, and more beautifully. The Miracle-Gro Lawn All Purpose Plant Food comes in a crystal form designed to be hooked up to a hose and used with the brand’s dispenser for easy and even application. If you are looking for a food plant or the best Lawn Fertilizer for autumn or during fall which is safe for all plants in your yard, then the Miracle –Gro All Purpose fertilizer might be a good choice.
Miracle-Gro Water Soluble All Purpose Plant Food is safe for all plants, guaranteed not to burn when used as directed, and starts to work instantly. Use with the Miracle-Gro Garden Feeder or any watering can.
Using the Miracle-Gro Garden Feeder, all you need to do is to choose your desired spray pattern by turning the yellow spray head. You can Attach feeder to garden hose and turn on water. Fill the feeder jar with one of the Miracle-Gro water soluble plant foods.
(3) Safer Brand Ringer Lawn Restore Fertilizer – 25 Pounds
The Safer Ringer fertilizer is made for those who want to revitalize existing grass or invigorate new sods. A green lawn is a healthy lawn, and a healthy lawn is a product of a thriving ecosystem within your soil. That’s why Safer Brand has created Lawn Restore II – an organic fertilizer that immediately goes to work to ensure the proper balance of natural elements in your soil, in turn giving you a healthier, greener lawn in just 3-5 days.
Your grass sustains off of supplements in your lawn that are delivered by helpful microscopic organisms and parasites. Natural manure bolsters that microbes and growths with the goal that they can normally deliver those supplements that your grass needs to prosper.
Safer Brand Ringer Lawn Restore Fertilizer is different from other composts, that nourishes your grass thereby disturbing the microbes which are important biological community, this manure sustains the valuable microorganisms and parasites required for sound root and grass development.
Other manufactured manures nourishes the grass, dismissing the advantageous microbes and parasites, as well as executing them off. Without these creatures in your dirt, your grass can’t get by alone.
If you want to enjoy a lush, green lawn that grows evenly, covers reliably, and resists the encroachment of weeds, then you are going to want to set aside a good deal of free time and get ready for some hard work. Establishing a healthy, resilient lawn is no easy task, but choosing the right and the Best Lawn Fertilizer for Autumn/Fall can certainly help. Thus, the first order of business has nothing to do with elbow grease, and everything to do with research.


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With many of us spending more time at home than normal this spring, gardens have become an increasingly important extension of our living space. Thankfully the sun has been kind to us in recent weeks allowing many people to enjoy and work on their precious outside havens.
As we’ve been spending extra time eating meals and relaxing in our own gardens, we looked to 2 of our favourite exteriors for a touch of alfresco living inspiration. Both of these stunning locations often play host to outdoor furniture shoots which successfully whet our appetites for sun-filled adventures at home.
To galvanise your garden goals and energise your exterior ideas take a virtual visit with us to the outside spaces at Cotswold Barn and Winchester House.
This converted barn near Malmesbury in the Cotswolds boasts beautifully manicured gardens set against distinctive Cotswold stone architecture. Step through the stone wall and you find the hidden haven of an exquisite pool and pool house, a favourite spot for Light Locations clients to focus their outdoor photoshoots.
The overall design of the main gardens focuses on expansive lawns, manicured hedges and beautiful swathes of white hydrangeas. Whilst these are long-term garden goals, inspiration for short-term impact can be taken from lavenders set in gravel and large uniform planters with simple green foliage.
Whilst none of the Light Location team are lucky enough to own fabulous outdoor spaces on the scale of Winchester House and Cotswold Barn, we all have at least a little outdoor space to call our own. These 2 fabulous homes have certainly got our creative juices flowing for a garden revamp to make the most of outdoor living this year.
Winchester House is a stunning contemporary home in Hampshire, with an award-winning outside space. Judged the best residential garden in the prestigious Society of Garden Designers (SGD) Awards 2019, it was described as a ‘beautifully simple, calm and coherent garden. A very accomplished and relaxing space’.
The outside space appeals to many of our clients, particularly the decked area and the swimming pool which both enjoy beautiful views of the remarkable landscaped garden. The overall garden design focuses on a strong structure of contemporary grasses highlighted with simple but striking purple alliums. The result is a handsome design that is realistic to implement.
For more about Winchester House – read about its history and award-winning garden in our location spotlight


Tips for growing & caring for your rose plant
Quote of the day
“We are all dreaming of some magical rose garden over the horizon-instead of enjoying the roses blooming outside our windows today.”
So you’ve contemplated that the rose plant in the nursery looked remarkably beautiful and decided to get one for your backyard. What next?
If you’ve always wanted to wake up to a balcony of roses in the morning, here’s an article of a step-by-step guide on how to grow & care for your rose plant. Rose plants are like babies. It would take a special person to grow this special flower.
Planting the Roses
Before choosing a spot to place your rose, make sure sunlight is readily available as the rose plant would need good sun exposure. If you plan to re-plant the rose tree from a poly-bag to the ground or bigger pot, soak it in a pail of water for about 2-8hours to soften the soil.
General rule of rose plants are that they have large roots & it’s essential to provide a deep pot/ hole for root growth. Soil is encouraged to be added with organic matters/ black soil to get a texture which will be easy water absorption. Roses need lots of water & ventilation, and proper fertilization.
Fertilization starts 2-3 months upon planting. Roses will bloom better if you use NPK (Nitrogen, Phosphorous, and Potassium) ratios of about 1:2:1 that is more Phosphorous than nitrogen or potassium. Too much Nitrogen will lead to the plant preferring leaf growth to flower growth. A good rule for fertilization is bi-weekly/ once every 2 weeks for optimal results. Bear in mind that too much fertilization can kill any plant.
You could use mulch such as shredded wood, stones, coconut husk, sawdust, or hay. Mulching is essential for the plant to prevent water loss, discourage weed growth & avoid soil erosion. It also adds beauty to the garden.
For tropical hot weather where the temperature is around 30° Celsius, it’s essential to water your rose plants every day.
If it rains, heavily, you can skip watering for the day. On a day that rains less, it’s good if you just mist the leaves & flowers. If the sun shines hotter than usual, you might want to water it twice a day i.e. morning & evening.
If your rose plant has mulch, you would not need to water it too much as the mulch will retain the plants hydration for a longer time. Roses in pots will generally need more watering than those on the ground. It is not advisable to keep a plant at the bottom of the pot to retain water as the water on the dish can cause rotting of the roots. Try avoiding watering into the blooms as the water would remain stagnant in the flower buds and cause it to rot.
Use judgment when watering plants, hotter weather would need more water and colder weather less. Too much water will cause rotting of roots, & too less will cause infertility & dry out the plant.
Pruning for Rose Plants
The rose plants need pruning done as soon as the first batch of blooming comes to an end. The benefits of pruning includes promoting growth & bloom, to enhance light & air absorption, to remove dead or damaged stems, & shaping the plant.You would need to cut all branches and leave only about 6-10 healthy branches. You would need gloves to protect your hands from the thorns, a good quality bypass pruner. The right place to cut is above the bud.
- De-weed the rose plants with your hand by removing unwanted grass or leaves
- Start by removing dead/ unhealthy stems&
- Cut off thin stems that seem like crowding the tree
- Prune more in the centre to increase air & light ventilation
- Cut surface should be white. If brownish, re-cut until white surface is reached
- Make all cuts above a leaf bud that points towards the outside of the plant
- Remove any branches that grow at the bottom as this would cause the plant to sag
- Keep only healthy branches with dark green leave
Treating Common Rose Problems
Here are the most common diseases that will hit your rose plants and treatment methods
Powdery Mildew/Black Spots/Rust – It’s a fungal problem which occurs during dry & humid season. It has distinctive symptoms of white spots on leaves and stems. Left untreated, the leaves will start dropping and soon cause the plant to die off. Early treatment is best.
Treatment: To reduce this problem, water the plants (best during mornings) on the soil & less onto the leaves, to avoid residue build up or moisture retain. Air circulation & sanitation is important to prevent this problem and this can be attained by frequent pruning and cleaning up of leaves. Try spraying mixture of 1 tsp baking soda, ½ tsp oil, & 1 litre of water to treat and stop this problem. Another treatment solution involves dusting sulfur on the leaves affected as this would help to prevent spread. You could also use chemical fungicides (at a controlled level) to exterminate this fungal diseases.
Rose Mosaic – Is a virus induced problem (Rose Mosaic Virus/RMV) that affects you plant. A whitish or yellowish mosaic form, zig-zag patterns appear. This disease reduces the plants vitality and blooming but hardly ever kills the plant.
Treatment: Sadly, this kind of infection doesn’t have any treatment. The only way to control this problem is by thorough checking before purchasing a new plant or if suspected to have an infected plant in the garden; it is advisable to remove the infected plant all together.


Over the weekend, Chet and I decided to head to the park for a little outdoor excursion. We wanted to play around with our cameras, soak up some sun, and get a little exercise. Here are a few photos we captured, if you’d like to see…
There are so many parks in Miami and all of them are beautifully maintained. This one is just a few blocks away from us in a sweet little neighborhood adjacent to our condo complex. To reach the park entrance you have to cross the cutest bridge overlooking a canal and there are always tons of giant lizards and plenty of ducks.
So many magical trees, patches of golden sun, and dainty flowers.
Chet got some great shots for a professional website he’s building!
I love finding outdoor spaces that can become my proxy backyard for an afternoon. Even when I have to share them with THIS little bandit…
Oh Miami, you make me sweat more than I thought possible and your traffic is atrocious but I sure do love your pretty plants.
Do you have an outdoor space you consider an extension of your home? What do you like to bring along on park adventures? Cameras? A soccer ball? Tiny bottles of wine (*wink, wink*)?


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When installing new drives homeowners must select between an affordable, quick and easy tarmac driveway or a more complex block paving layout. Both styles have their advantages and your choice will probably rely on your preferences the budget and perhaps even the contractor you select.
Detect exactly what the pros and cons of each kind are before deciding which is best for drives that are new.
Advantages and Disadvantages of Tarmac Groundworks Baldock
Easy and straightforward to install, new drives made from tarmac are above all affordable. The same as what roads are paved with; simply and tarmac can be found in abundance laid down in the region that you mark out. Because a driveway contractor is often completing drives that are new in this stuff you may find an even better deal.
Besides being fast and inexpensive to install, tarmac drives are made from recycled roads and rock, making them the ideal alternative for environmental reasons. Additionally they don’t demand the same extensive foundation that other types of rock do.
New drives constructed with tarmac may not last very long. A few years at the driveway and the most needs to resealed and likely levelled again. Tarmac drives settle readily and will crack, split and even bubble over the length of the very first year or two of use. Tarmac does offer an option that is affordable, but it may make more sense to invest in block paving, since it is going to need to be replaced much quicker, over time.
Pros and Cons of Block Paving Drives
This type of driveway is quite attractive and could be set up in countless patterns and colours to fit your style.
An entire veranda may be done in block pavers to coordinate with your drive as well as the pavers can even find their way to the gardens across the lawn. Very best of all block pavers actually last. Homeowners with new drives in this style can get to get decades in the surface and block pavers are really nearly maintenance free.
Block pavers are far more expensive. Purchasing the pavers themselves is the extensive labour on top of the cost along with a pricey endeavor. This design of driveway additionally needs much more materials and a deeper foundation to keep the product lasting for such quite a long time.


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Franki's Concrete Corp. partners with paver manufacturers to get you high-quality pavers at an affordable cost. We take care of the design and installation to ensure that you get great value for your dollar. Pavers’ ability to reduce erosion and improve drainage also allow you to save on landscaping maintenance costs. No matter how you cut it, outdoor pavers are a win for your business.
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Paving stones are ideal for walkways, steps, patios and even commercial parking lots. Over the years, we’ve installed landscape pavers for restaurants, housing developments, schools, hotels and more. Our record of success speaks for itself.
Parking Lot and Driveway Pavers
Who said parking lots had to be boring? Not Franki's Concrete Corp., that’s for sure. If you want a dynamic yet practical paving solution, choose outdoor pavers for your parking lots and driveways. Using brick, natural stone or concrete pavers in the place of asphalt improves the look of your property and sets it apart. It also boosts the value of your commercial property by a significant margin.
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The Four Seasons Firenze is an enchanted city sanctuary in the midst of Florence, where an art-filled Renaissance palazzo and conventino frame a centuries-old private park. Relax amidst original frescoes and sculptured reliefs, graced by sunlight and airy garden vistas. Sip espresso under majestic trees, lounge by the open-air pool or bask in Italian spa secrets. Wonders of the Uffizi and Duomo are a stroll away. Tuscan hill towns beckon.
The Four Seasons Firenze features 118 guest rooms and suites, including a Royal and Presidential suite in the 15th-century Palazzo Scala Della Gherardesca, and La Villa, a secluded suite, all surrounded by landscaped gardens and close to the Conventino. The Four Seasons Firenze has historic details throughout lovingly restored: from frescoes and friezes to hand- ainted basso-relievos.
Immersed in an expansive private walled garden with winding paths, fountains and outdoor seating, it benefits from one of the most beautiful natural spaces on the right bank of the Arno.
Guests will enjoy Il Palagio for fine dining beneath historic vaulted ceilings, the lobby lounge with intimate seating areas or the terrace with al fresco dining as well as the Winery, specialising in Tuscanyâ€™s finest wines and cuisine.
The Four Seasons Firenze also features an exclusive spa with 10 treatment rooms and an outdoor pool set in the formal gardens.


We only use skilled teams of fully insured tree trimming specialists and climbers using the latest in equipment and techniques to give you the best job possible. Tree trimming is especially important in Austin, Tx, because of the variety of different trees that abound here. You could have fast growing trees or slower growers, and both take specific care (especially since the drought hit us so hard). Here are a couple of differences:
Fast Growth Trees:
Fast growth trees include trees like Elm and Ash trees. What’s great about these kinds of trees is that they give you that all important element so coveted in Austin: shade! Fast growth trees move quickly to cover your yard and make it far more usable in the heat of a Austin summer. Now, this fast growth comes with some down side as well. While these trees grow fast in Austin, you have some issues you need to deal with. Here are three:
- Dead Limbs
- Outgrowing Other Tree Canopies
- Fast Growing means Fast Dying
Dead Tree Limbs
Fast growing Austin trees will have a lot of dead limbs in them, and it’s best to trim these out. Not only for aesthetic reasons, but dead limbs are also prone to fall and can injure family or damage property. Roof damage is a regular problem with these kinds of trees. Austin homes need shade, but if you use fast grower, the limbs will be rubbing on your shingles before you know it. In no time at all, you can be looking at a hefty roof repair bill.
Outgrowing Other Tree Canopies (like Live Oak and Red Oak trees)
This is a lesser known problem. All over Austin, you can see trees that seem to have giant holes in their canopies, but have no apparent reason for it. If you look closely, you can usually find the stump of another tree somewhere close. This is because someone had to remove a fast growing Austin tree from their lawn, and since the other tree had adapted to the fast grower’s canopy, now there’s a hole. Always think of shaping your fast-growing Austin trees with your longer-lasting trees in mind.
Fast Growing Means Fast Dying
As a rule, any fast growing tree is going to have a short life-span here in Austin. If it will give you shade within 5 years, it will usually be dead in about 15-25. You have to keep this in mind for your long-term real estate needs, because if you plan to sell your house in 10 years, but you have a 20-year-old Arizona Ash tree in your front yard, all of that appeal is going to be gone by the time you decide to sell. This is a big downer for most folks, and can be avoided. Again, trim your Austin trees with the future in mind.
These are all general statements, and of course there are some exceptions to each. There are some trees that grow fast, but don’t shed a lot of falling limbs, for instance.
Want more info about what kind of trees you have and their individual tree trimming needs here in the Austin area? Contact us today for a free consultation! Of course, you can just call us at 512-350-8681. Ask for Jerry!


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- Use for compost tea & soil amending
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- Excellent moisture retention
- Made by Nature thousands of years ago
- Ethically harvested in Alaska
- Guaranteed no additives, chemicals, or pollutants
Alaskan Humus is a vital part of the Bountea Growing System.
A premium starter for all compost teas.
Enriches and enlivens potting soils with natural humus.
Promotes plant growth when spread on soil and lawns.


Thank you so much for taking the time to find out more about us!
Basically, we make cool shit with plants, and stuff.
We do kokedama.
We do public installations of plants as art. We do massive projects. Like the suspended forest for the Garden and Arts Festival in November 2014. And the suspended tree which currently lives at the Historic Village.
We do workshops where we teach everything we know to anyone who wants to learn. Because what is the point of building a castle if you have to live in it by yourself? Don’t be hating, let’s all be cool together!
If you have a project involving plants in public spaces, let's talk!


The trick to making your new patio or deck fit with your home’s exterior is choosing the right building materials. A rustic wood deck may not pair so nicely with a modern-styled home, while a steel-railed, concrete patio just won’t match the vibe of a traditional forest cabin. You’ll get to choose from different types of wood, brick, stone, and other materials for your patio or deck in our design center.
Adding a patio or deck to your backyard can help transform it from an UN-manicured patch of land into a tidy outdoor space. Our contractors will help you select the right configuration for your property, maximizing yard space while complementing the overall flow of your backyard area. The result will be a structure that strikes the perfect balance between man-made comfort and nature’s beauty.


The Olmsted, constructed between 1925 and 1927, is located on the campus of the former Masonic Widows and Orphans Home. It is located at 3701 Frankfort Avenue in the historic Crescent Hill-St. Matthews area. Designed by the architectural firm of Joseph and Joseph, the buildings were arranged on an elongated oval landscape plan with most of the buildings placed along the outer edge of the property, which extends roughly 80 acres. At the center of this plan lies The Olmsted. Once referred to as the dining hall, The Olmsted was the center of activity for all occupants of the Home. The Olmsted was named after Frederick Law Olmsted, Jr., of the nationally recognized landscape architectural firm, The Olmsted Brothers. The Olmsted Brothers were well recognized in Louisville at the time, having designed numerous parks and other projects in the city since the late nineteenth century. Frederick Law Olmsted Sr. was most famous for having designed Central Park in New York City. Frederick Law Olmsted Jr. continued the legacy of his family by specializing in the preservation of natural park like settings, especially in urban areas. Believing that natural environments provided healthier living conditions, he designed many of these areas for neighborhoods with a predominance of concrete. The Home’s landscape design includes mature trees lining the paved driveways and two large grass areas in the center of the complex. This setting provided the occupants of the Home an abundance of natural space for activities and relaxation.


Doug Soldat – Associate Professor
Turfgrass, urban soils, nutrient management, water resources, soil testing, landscape irrigation.
UW-Madison, Department of Soil Science
1525 Observatory Drive
Madison, WI 53706-1299, USA
Office: 245 King Hall
- Department of Soil Science
- B.S. Soil Science, 2001, University of Wisconsin
- M.S. Soil Science, 2003, University of Wisconsin
- Ph.D. Horticulture, 2006, Cornell University
Teaching and Research Overview
In the fall, I teach Soil Science/Horticulture 332: Turfgrass Nutrient and Water Management – a course that addresses the principals and practical aspects of nutrient and water management for future professionally managed turfgrass areas such as golf courses, athletic fields, and sod farms. In addition, the course covers environmental aspects of turfgrass management such as the fate of applied nutrients and the role of irrigation management in limiting nutrient losses from the root zone.
Research program overview:
Turfgrass accounts for a large percentage of the pervious area in urban/suburban areas. According to a recent study, in Wisconsin, turfgrass accounts for acreage equivalent to that of soybeans. Additionally, turfgrass area is expected to grow as urban and suburban areas continue to expand in Wisconsin and throughout much of the US. These facts draw attention to the importance of understanding the effect of turfgrass and its management on the environment. One primary goal of my research program is to identify water and nutrient management strategies for turfgrass areas that promote healthy turfgrass and minimize the loss of water and nutrients from the root zone. Current research projects include:
- Evaluation of use of biosolids for improving the economics and environmental sustainability of sod production
- Analysis of the uptake and utilization of fall-applied nitrogen fertilizer to turfgrass in cool temperatures.
- Evaluation of a water harvesting/drip irrigation system for turfgrass irrigation
- Use of 18O-labeled phosphate as an environmental tracer to determine soil microbial metabolic rates
- Use of plant growth regulators to decrease the fertilizer requirement of golf course putting greens
Extension and outreach activities:
My extension program aims to provide research-based information on implementing economically and environmentally sustainable turfgrass management strategies to homeowners, professional turfgrass managers, sod growers, lawn care providers, and county extension agents among others. Every year, I am involved with planning and coordination of separate summer field days for homeowners and turfgrass professionals at the O.J. Noer Turfgrass Research and Education Facility, as well as a winter Turfgrass and Greenscape Exposition, attended by several hundred turfgrass professionals and industry members annually. In addition, my program provides online and face-to-face training for turfgrass managers affected by recent DNR regulations which require nutrient management plans for fertilized turfgrass areas over 5 acres in size.
Melby, E.S., D.J. Soldat, and P. Barak. 201x. Preferential soil sorption of oxygen-18 labeled phosphate. Communications in Soil Science and Plant Analysis (submitted).
Melby, E.S., D.J. Soldat, and P. Barak. 2011. Synthesis and detection of oxygen-18 labeled phosphate. PLoS One 6(4): e18420; doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0018420
Soldat, D.J., A.M. Petrovic, and Q.M. Ketterings. 2008. The effect of soil phosphorus levels on phosphorus runoff concentrations from turfgrass. Journal of Water, Air, and Soil Pollution. Online First: doi 10.1007/s11270-008-9857-y.
Soldat, D.J., and A.M. Petrovic. 200x. The fate and transport of phosphorus in turfgrass ecosystems. Crop Science. (In Press).
Soldat, D.J., A.M. Petrovic, and J. Barlow. 2008. Turfgrass response to nitrogen sources with varying release rates. Acta Horticulturae. 783:453-462.
Petrovic, A.M., J. Gruttadaurio, J. Barlow, E.Z. Harrison, J. Bonhotal, M. Schwartz, and D.J. Soldat. 2008. Influence of site conditions on soil responses to manure-based compost applications on athletic fields. Acta Horticulturae. 783:415-424.
Petrovic, A.M., J. Gruttadaurio, J. Barlow, E.Z. Harrison, J. Bonhotal, M. Schwartz, and D.J. Soldat. 2008. Turfgrass response to manure-based compost applications on athletic fields. Acta Horticulturae. 783:425-436.
Soldat, D.J., and A.M. Petrovic. 2007. Soil phosphorus levels and stratification as affected by fertilizer and compost applications. Online. Applied Turfgrass Science. doi 10.1094/ATS-2007-0815-01-RS.
Petrovic, A.M., D.J. Soldat, J. Gruttadaurio, and J. Barlow. 2005. Turfgrass growth and quality related to soil and tissue nutrient content. International Turfgrass Society Research Journal. 10(2):989-997.
Williamson, R.C., A.T. Waltson, and D.J. Soldat. 2005. Influence of organic-based fertilizers and root zone mixes on the incidence of black turfgrass ataenius (Coleoptera scarabaeidae) infestations on golf courses. International Turfgrass Society Research Journal. 10(2):803-810.


During a work session on Tuesday, the majority of McKinney City Council decided on an inverted deck park design, one of three options to create a pedestrian connection across State Highway 5 at Louisiana and Virginia streets.
The project would connect downtown with the city’s historic neighborhoods in East McKinney where development projects like TUPPS brewery and the new City Hall plaza are underway.
“The majority of the council would like to pursue option two,” Mayor Pro Tem Rainey Rogers said after more than an hour of discussion.
The three options — a deck park, an inverted deck park and a crossing at-grade — for a pedestrian connection were presented during the work session where council members were asked for input.
The first option included a deck park that would put Highway 5 underneath a 2-acre open space at-grade with Virginia and Louisiana streets. However, city staff recommended that while the deck park would provide ample green space, it would require considerable property acquisition, reduce east to west mobility and require more money with less funding opportunities.
The deck park would cost $85 to $95 million with annual operations and maintenance costing up to $2.5 million.
“While we have a lot of members of the public say that they love the deck park, they would also say we want to make sure we’re very cost conscious, and those two things don’t align completely,” assistant city manager Kim Flom said during the meeting.
Instead, staff pointed to an inverted deck park, the second option, or the enhanced crossing at-grade option.
The inverted deck park would go underneath the highway. Similar to the deck park, it would cover about 2 acres but only require the acquisition of five properties, compared with the deck park’s 27. The section of the park underneath the highway would be about 90 feet to 125 feet across and 12 feet high with landscaping and a possible water feature, according to a PowerPoint presentation shown during the meeting.
Public feedback — gathered from an online survey which garnered 1,120 responses with more than 70% of the respondents identifying as residents located west of Highway 5 — pointed to concerns with safety, security and the possible nuisance that the inverted park could cause.
Gary Graham, director of engineering with the city, said additional programming and activities would likely need to be planned for the inverted deck park to address concerns of nuisance and safety. Flom added that safety concerns can be alleviated with design principles like lighting, technology and maintenance, but the cost associated with accomplishing those principles as well as bringing programming to the park should be considered.
The inverted deck park would cost $40 million to $45 million with annual operations and maintenance costing up to $2.5 million. However, The North Central Texas Council of Governments has committed up to $30 million for this option.
The crossing at-grade option would bring landscaping up against the road and include stamped concrete on Virginia and Louisiana streets to create the feeling of being in a new location, different from the through moving corridor seen on other sections of Highway 5. This option would cost $3 million with annual operations and maintenance costing $100,000.
While council members agreed the deck park option was too expensive, some pushed back on the inverted deck park option.
“We have bigger problems along this entire corridor that need solutions, and I don’t see this as a solution to any of those problems that we have,” said council member Justin Beller. “I see it as a good development, as it helps downtown and helps the east side, but it’s not environmental justice, it’s not restitching a community.”
He added that the project area is at a busy intersection that might not be the best place to gather, and based on public survey results, people will likely choose to drive in lieu of walking through the park.
“I don’t think it’s the best thing for us to do from an expense standpoint,” Beller said. “I don’t think it solves a problem from a pedestrian standpoint. I think it potentially creates a lot of other new problems, and it delays a lot of the solutions,” Beller said.
Council member Charlie Philips also noted that he doesn’t think pedestrians will walk up and down the stairs to go through the park.
“I’m concerned that they’re going to continue to run across the highway,” Philips said.
Mayor George Fuller said the intent of the deck park has never solely been about solving a pedestrian crossing problem.
“When I look at this project, when I started this five years ago, it was about how can we expand the downtown footprint in a creative way, in a way that wasn’t mitigated by a highway going through the center of it?” Fuller said. “How do we extend our footprint from the square we have now? As you get closer to Highway 5, it’s a different feel from the community. How can we change that? Well we can do a project like this that is transformative.”


Prune spring-flowering shrubs soon after flowering, but avoid excessive cutting except where necessary to control size. Remove spent flowers and trim back excessive growth.
Remove any dead leaves or other debris. Start de-weeding early in your garden bed to keep weeds under control. Apply 2" of mulch to discourage weed growth.
Know your garden zone and last frost date. Plant bulbs, new trees and shrubs if you haven't already done so. Sow flower or vegetable seeds directly in the beds where they will grow. Keep seeded beds moist to help with germination. Thin out and transplant surplus plants. Perennials can be divided before their Spring growth begins. Dividing clumping perennials encourages fresh, new growth. Plant annuals in containers to brighten up your porch.
Check the condition of your patio or deck and make any needed repairs. Check paths and edging to insure they are clear and aligned. Clean off outdoor furniture. Clean bird feeders and fill up with fresh seed.


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Whether you're thinking about creating a product line of your own or creating a custom-sized product, they offer flexible manufacturing solutions at affordable costs. To ensure that your plant grows in a healthy environment without any issues, ask your planters supplier to provide you with porous pots. When choosing planters consider the specific needs of your plants, the climate of your location, and the overall design aesthetic you wish to achieve.
With the wide range of options available, you can find the perfect planters to complement your gardening style and enhance the beauty of your outdoor or indoor spaces. You can Contact Co-Arts if you are interested to know about the types of planters for your home decor.
Varieties of Planters
Here, we'll explore different types of planters, each offering unique characteristics to suit various preferences and gardening needs.
Ceramic planters are made from clay that is kiln-fired to create durable and decorative containers. They often feature vibrant glazes and intricate designs, adding aesthetic appeal to gardens and indoor spaces. Ceramic planters provide excellent insulation for plant roots, protecting them from temperature fluctuations. They are also available in a wide range of sizes and styles, making them versatile for various plant types and design preferences.
Terracotta, meaning "baked earth" in Italian, is a type of clay that is sun-dried rather than kiln-fired. Terracotta planters are known for their natural and earthy appearance. Terracotta is porous, allowing for better aeration of the soil. It also absorbs excess water, preventing overwatering. These planters are ideal for plants that prefer well-draining conditions.
Metal planters, often made from materials like aluminum, iron, or steel, offer a sleek and modern look. They may be coated or painted to resist rust. Because metal planters are strong and resistant to weather, they can be used outdoors. They come in various shapes and sizes, including hanging options, and add a contemporary touch to garden spaces.
Wooden planters can be made from redwood, teak, or cedar, among other types of wood. They can be stained for a more polished look, or left natural. Planters made of wood have a rustic, quaint appearance. They are often lightweight and can be easily customized in terms of size and design. However, it's crucial to choose rot-resistant wood for longevity.
Concrete planters are made from a mixture of cement, aggregates, and sometimes fiberglass for added strength. They are known for their sturdiness and modern aesthetic. Concrete planters are durable and heavy, making them suitable for large plants or trees. They are resistant to weathering and can be molded into various shapes and sizes, offering versatility in design.
Blending glass and plastic fibers to create lightweight, long-lasting containers is how fiberglass planters are made. They frequently have the appearance of other materials. Planters made of fiberglass are resistant to warping, fading, and cracking. They come in an assortment of designs and finishes and are lightweight, making them comfortable to move around.
Plastic planters, made from various types of plastic polymers, are affordable and lightweight. They are available in an array of colors and designs. Plastic planters are cost-effective and versatile. They are also weightless, making them effortless to push. While they may not have the same durability as other materials, they are suitable for temporary displays and seasonal plants.
Planters are essential elements in gardening and landscaping, serving both functional and decorative purposes. They come in a variety of materials, shapes, and sizes, allowing for creativity and customization in enhancing outdoor and indoor spaces. It is always advised to choose planters with drainage when making your selection. The kind of material the planter is made of is one item that most consumers tend to ignore.


Join us as we plant flowers, seeds, and shrubs in TEL HI’s newly renovated garden! TEL HI’s garden renovation fundraiser has been a big success thanks to the generosity of the community and city. This volunteer planting day will complete this year-long project and add new plants and flowers for the community to enjoy for years to come!
Space is limited!
RSVP with Jasmine Hormati
Garden and Nutrition Coordinator
Date: Saturday, April 22nd
Time: 10 AM – 1 PM
TEL HI Garden – 660 Lombard St.
*Children must be accompanied by an adult.


A new pergola is a great way to add shade and style to your backyard deck or patio. Pergolas can be constructed from pressure treated wood, cedar, composite, vinyl or even aluminum.
A new backyard pergola can be outfitted with an outdoor ceiling fan or even rope lighting. Some clients also add outdoor shades for more protection from the sun.
Because of the weight of a pergola, it must have a substantial base to sit on. Most pergolas cannot be constructed on an existing deck or patio without having concrete footing under the posts. If a pergola is to be constructed on a new deck, the frame must be engineered accordingly.
This 256 square foot pressure treated wood pergola in Oswego was constructed as part of a new wood deck package.
This pergola features a 6' tall privacy wall on 1 side.
Deck size: 36' x 16' with 5' staircase
Pergola size: 16' x 16'
Price range: $15,000 - $20,000
This 320 square foot freestanding pressure treated wood pergola in Oswego was constructed over an existing stamped concrete patio.
Oversized beams and rafters can span large distances.
Lattice privacy screen.
Pergola size: 20' x 16'
Price range: $5,000 - $10,000
This 196 square foot pressure treated wood pergola in Naperville has a few optional upgrades.
Solid wood privacy wall with lattice top.
Unilock brick columns around 2 posts.
Pergola size: 14' x 14'
Price range: $10,000 - $15,000
This 252 square foot second-story pressure treated wood pergola in Lisle was constructed as part of a new wood deck package.
The new deck was specifically engineered to hold the weight of this large pergola.
Deck railings tie into pergola posts for a clean look.
Deck size: 24' x 14' with 4' bump out for stairs.
Pergola size: 18' x 14'
Price range: $15,000-$20,000


The new Rimini Palacongressi: a model of eco-sustainability.
Sound and comfortable environment, for both work and recreational purposes.
Rimini Palacongressi is a large, modern, eco-friendly convention centre with an extensive green-oriented program that guarantees energy conservation, harmonious integration with its surroundings and a quality work environment.
Our commitment to safeguarding the environment also embraces a reduction in paper and plastic consumption, opting for the use of dynamic video solutions for circulating information. Separate waste collection for recycling and composting and the use of low polluting cleaning products are just some of a wide range of eco-initiatives.
The Palacongressi Conference Centre is an integral part of an urban renewal plan known as The Greenway: a recreational pathway linking the city to the beach and providing safe and pleasant access to the conference centre and city on foot or by bike.
The cycle lanes and the age-old course of the Ausa river are integrated in a landscaped lush environment of linden trees surrounded by Mediterranean evergreen shrubs, stone pines, holly oaks, oleanders and a variety flowers and aromas that enhance the development and create a green connection between the Palacongressi, the historical centre and the marina.


Manning Design is celebrating twenty years of business!
Marlies Manning, landscape architect and owner of Manning Design, is licensed and insured in the state of Michigan.
Marlies seeks solutions unique to your project by listening to your needs, seeking input from the users of the site, and by being inspired by the qualities of the project site. Marlies has over 30 years experience designing award winning projects for municipalities and private clients.
Marlies Manning is a certified Natural Shoreline Design Professional. Marlies completed coursework, training, and passed the certification exam by the Michigan Natural Shoreline Partnership - www.mishorelinepartnership.org. Marlies offers consultation and design/build services using natural shoreline erosion control methods. This service includes assessing wave and ice action causing erosion on inland lakes. Design-Build services include installing coir logs, live stakes bundles, native plantings, rip rap, and D.E.Q. permitting.
Marlies has received additional training in areas of design. Design specialties include:
Public Art consultant
Rain Garden and Perennial Garden design
Natural Shoreline design
Streetscape, Big Rapids, MI
Stone Fish Hatchery, Green Twp., MI
Pond Dipping at the Algonquin Nature Trail, Algonac, MI


Turning Your Yard Into a Paradise With Trusted Landscaping
Imagine stepping out into your yard, not just a plot of grass and a couple of bushes, but a beautifully landscaped garden that feels like your private retreat. That dream isn’t as far off as you might think. With the right and reliable landscaping service, transforming your simple yard into an extraordinary outdoor living space is entirely possible.
A professional landscaping service can turn a bare yard into a lush garden. With the selection of the right plants, flowers, and shrubs, tailored to the local climate and soil type, your garden will bloom year-round. It’s not just about planting but creating a living artwork that changes and grows, offering new delights with each season.
A pristine lawn serves as the canvas for your outdoor masterpiece. Landscaping professionals ensure your grass is not only green and well-maintained but is the right type for the local climate. It becomes the perfect backdrop for other features, offering both beauty and a space for relaxation and play.
Hardscapes add character and functionality to your outdoor space. Paths, patios, and retaining walls crafted meticulously, not only enhance the aesthetic appeal but also define spaces. They lead the eye and the foot, creating a journey through the garden that can be both aesthetic and sensory.
The tranquil sound of flowing water can transform your garden into a peaceful retreat. Professional landscapers can integrate ponds, fountains, or waterfalls that blend seamlessly with the rest of the garden, adding a touch of tranquility and elegance.
Outdoor Living Spaces
Imagine having an additional living room but under the open sky. Landscapers design and create spaces where you can relax, dine, and entertain, surrounded by nature. It extends your living space, offering the comfort of the indoors while embracing the natural surroundings.
If you live in Sacramento, CA and have been thinking about making your yard a peaceful and beautiful place, 916 Landscaping Solutions is here to help. As a reliable landscaping service, we’re all about turning regular yards into amazing outdoor spaces. Get in touch with us at (279) 236-4984 and let’s get started on creating a beautiful garden you’ll love, right outside your door!


Fern Fest, Native Plants, & Ecological Restoration
What exactly is “Fern Fest?” Fern fest is an annual Earth Week celebration and gardening event at Drew. Students gather each spring to replace a section of campus lawn with diverse native ferns and wildflowers, helping to restore the forest ecosystem that once thrived here. Small shrubs and trees are also planted. The Fern Fest event also includes other activities, depending on interests of the organizing students: tie-dying, craft and food booths, and bands playing into the evening. The end results: enhanced biodiversity on campus, a fun community celebration, and some good environmental education for all.
How did the Fern Fest restoration project start? In 1998, graduate student Nicole Roskos circulated a petition calling for the reforestation of the Drew campus – not just the tree layer but other layers of the forest ecosystem that were present 200 years ago. Large numbers of students, staff, and faculty members signed the petition, and a pilot project was funded by the administration. The native ferns and wildflowers of this first area impressed all with their beauty, and students then established a fund-raising tradition for expanding the restoration area each year.
Why “native” plants? By planting native species we restore at least some elements of the natural forest ecosystem, which will then bring back other components such as birds, butterflies, and soil fauna. Instead of a “dead zone” of exotic ornamental plants from distant continents, we create an approximation of the natural forest. Moreover, many native wildflowers are imperiled by suburban development, and by establishing new populations we hope to help stave off local extinction.
Does Fern Fest increase diversity? Yes. Where only a few species of scrawny grasses and weeds once grew, some 70 native species have been planted, including 40 types of wildflowers, a dozen species of small shrubs, and a large proportion – 15 species – of the region’s non-swamp ferns. Fern Fest fundraising has also planted a dozen sizable native trees. As of 2009, over 5000 ferns, wildflowers, and low shrubs have been planted to form a lush, natural ground layer beneath our ancient trees.
Who does fundraising and organizing for Fern Fest? Two student organizations work together to make Fern Fest happen: the Drew Environmental Action League and the Earth House. In addition, Sara Webb (Environmental Studies Program Director) and Mike Kopas (Special Projects Director) are knowledgeable about native plants and work together to choose species that will thrive in each year’s Fern Fest location.
What’s wrong with just planting grass and having a lawn? The center of Drew’s campus is deeply shaded by ancient white oaks and beech trees, and none of several concerted efforts to grow turf there has succeeded. The resulting bare ground was vulnerable to soil erosion and surrounding walkways filled with mud after every storm. More generally, lawns demand maintenance and are environmentally costly. Native plants, once established for a few years, will normally thrive with minimal attention.
Where else on campus have plantings focused on restoring nature? Drew University has a native plant policy. This means that only native species of trees, shrubs, ferns, and perennials are planted on campus. Extensive native plantings adorn several areas of campus in addition to the ever-expanding “Fern Fest” lands: along campus roadways from the Forum to the Back Gate, throughout the President’s House area, within the Brothers College courtyard, and all around Seminary Hall, Sitterly House, McLendon Hall, the Townhouses, and the Dorothy Young Center for the Arts. In addition, a wide diversity of native trees have been planted throughout the campus. Meanwhile, in the Drew Forest Preserve, we are removing invasive plants and working to restore lost biota of native ecosystems.


CentréScapes provides a wide variety of dependable high quality landscaping maintenance and installation services for commercial properties. Our Services include Landscape Maintenance, Interior Maintenance, Landscape Installation, Landscape Construction, Irrigation, and Tree Trimming. We service commercial properties throughout Southern California, with malls and shopping centers being our specialty.
Our experienced professionals are devoted to working with each and every customer to develop a plan for your landscape installation and/or maintenance project that is tailor made to fit your needs and bring you the most value.
We have a long list of valued and long time clientele which has developed over the many years that CentréScapes has been providing top quality commercial and landscape maintenance and installation services.
Locations We Serve
Los Angles County
San Bernardino County
References Available Upon Request


Ivy Nursery was founded in 1975 by Clare and George Carter, both of whom have Master's Degrees in Landscape Architecture from the University of Virginia. The Nursery is situated on seven acres on Scenic Rte. 250 West, three miles west of the University of Virginia, and a quarter of a mile west of The Boar's Head Inn and Farmington Country Club.
OUR PHILOSOPHY | When we started Ivy Nursery, immediately after graduation from the Architecture School, we founded it on three principles. FIRST, to offer the healthiest, freshest, and most beautiful plants we can find. SECOND, to choose our staff based on their knowledge and experience in landscape architecture, horticulture and gardening, and in choosing staff, to emphasize kindness, empathy and a love of helping others. And THIRD, to give the best horticulture and design advice we can.


Bull Stockwell Allen was founded on the longstanding Bay Area tradition of building in relation to site and the surrounding environment. Our firm was established in 1968 by Henrik Bull, John Field, Dan Volkmann, and Sherwood “Woody” Stockwell, four renowned architects who shared a desire to create memorable places for people. In the years that followed, Bull Field Volkmann Stockwell built a reputation for honest structural expression and an ability to reinforce the natural connection between indoor and outdoor spaces using appropriate materials. Our firm was an early proponent of environmentally sensitive design, which has since become a hallmark of today’s eco-resorts and sustainable communities. We pioneered the fundamentals of snow country design within the winter resort industry, achieving international recognition. Today, we continue to build on our heritage of design innovation.


From the essentials of healthy soil to the principles of landscape design, The Woodlands Township’s free Gardening 102: Transforming Landscapes seminar on Saturday, October 22, 2016, offers a guide for creating beautiful landscapes that flourish despite extremes of temperature, drought and seasonal flooding. Join two recognized experts of easy-care gardening – Bob Dailey and Flo Hannah – for best practices in developing water-thrifty yards that are also user-friendly.
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Wow, Bob Dailey and Flo Hannah- both widely recognized experts and gurus in the sphere of easy care gardening. It must have been totally worth attending.


Ensure the temple grounds reflect the beauty, cleanliness and sacred nature of the temple experience. This is a full-time, seasonal grounds position in areas of the United States where the summer growing season is April – September. Under limited supervision, performs grounds keeping work and maintains and cares for assigned landscaped areas. Duties include but are not limited to, cultivating and fertilizing lawns, plants, shrubs and trees; preparing soil for sowing seeds, watering turf and ornamental ground covers, spraying and reseeding turf. Operates grounds keeping equipment such as riding lawn mowers, power edgers, power mowers and other related equipment. Sweeps and maintains sidewalks, driveways, building entrances and other assigned areas. * This job code cannot be activated for any other department or Area without the approval of Jeff Clayton.
95% Maintains facility grounds and environment is a clean, attractive, orderly, safe and healthy condition. Performs general grounds work that includes seeding, mowing, trimming, racking, weeding and planting flowers, trees, and shrubs. Lays out and tends flower beds or other decorative vegetation. Mixes and applies pest control material in accordance with local and federal regulations. May perform minor maintenance on roads, curbs, sidewalks and storm drains. May operate trucks and assorted power equipment. Reports to the Grounds Supervisor. Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
3% Maintains good public relations. Reports problems to supervisor. Sees that assigned area is properly maintained to the established standard.
2% Performs other related duties and attends meetings as assigned.
Typically requires one to two years of grounds keeping experience and may require horticultural training. Valid drivers license required.
Must be a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and currently temple worthy.
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GONZALES — New parklets are being built by Gonzales Public Works along Fourth Street to increase outdoor business space for local restaurants.
These small areas are constructed on spaces that were once parking spots along the roadside, but will now serve as areas for additional tables and chairs.
“We approached the three restaurants (El Rinconcito, El Antojito and Luigi’s) and told them the city would install the wood platforms in the parking spaces to provide them with additional outdoor seating,” said Patrick Dobbins, the city’s Public Works director.
The program recently kicked off at the end of September and is expected to be finished soon, with the businesses maintaining the new parklets in front of the initial locations.
The pilot program aims to convert two parking stalls into seating space in order to allow local restaurants the ability to maintain social distancing while also serving more customers.
“We’ll approach additional businesses after completing these first three parklets,” Dobbins said. Those additional restaurant locations will be approached within the next month, and no permits are needed to participate.


American Sprinkler Repair Company has been serving Carrollton and the DFW Metroplex since 1954.
Our North Texas summers can be brutal. Triple-digit temperatures and drought conditions can take a serious toll on your lawn, gardens, shrubs and trees. In this part of the country, having a reliable, efficient sprinkler system isn’t a luxury – it’s a necessity.
Our expert Carrollton sprinkler repair services are specifically designed for your particular requirements. At American Sprinkler Repair, we are dedicated to protecting the health and beauty of your landscape.
Do you have broken or leaky sprinkler lines or zones not working? Looking for ways to increase the efficiency or reduce the cost of operating your sprinkler system? We can help.
Contact us today at 972-824-0453 or via email
Our sprinkler repair technicians are experienced with major brands such as Toro, Rainbird, Hunter, Irritrol, Wilkins and Nelson. They’re also licensed and insured.
Our family-owned and operated sprinkler repair and lawn irrigation company offers a variety of installation and repair services:
- Full sprinkler service
- Commercial and residential sprinkler repair
- Rain/Freeze sensors
- Valve repair
- Repair of leaks
- Double check/vacuum breaker repair
- Repair and service of all types irrigation controllers
- Replace all types sprinkler heads including Rainbird, Toro, Weathermatic and Hunter
- Sprinkler system check and adjustments
- Adjust all types irrigation heads including pop-up sprinkler heads and rotary sprinkler heads
- Spring irrigation check-up
Weathermatic Smartline sprinkler controllers, the most reliable and user-friendly sprinkler system controllers, are available at American Sprinkler Repair Company.
Our clean, late model service vehicles are stocked with irrigation and sprinkler system repair parts for most leading brands, including those that were installed prior to 1970.
For expert sprinkler repair in Carrollton, trust American Sprinkler Repair Company.
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