Is your lawn discussed around town? Is it because you have the worst yard on the block? The tips in this article can help you fix up your yard so that it is the subject of praise instead. You can find many tips in this article on how to build a wonderful landscape in your yard.
A great landscaping tip that everyone should use is to make a list of all the materials you will be needing prior to starting on your project. You don’t want to be knee-deep in your project to discover that you’re missing something crucial.
Purchase a drip irrigation system for use in your yard. Not only are they easy to install, they provide reliable service. This is also a better way to efficiently water your plants effectively.
Test your soil prior to starting a landscaping project. You will know what to add to achieve the right acidity and drainage for the plants you are planning to use. You will have much better plants and a very successful garden.
Landscaping is a lot more than just planting grass and trees. Add in cement, iron or wood structures for increased texture. Adding other structures like birdbaths and birdhouses, or an archway in a flower bed will really add complexity and intrigue to your landscape. These things can be found at prices that work for any budget.
Always measure out how much room you have to work with before going out to buy plants. Having exact measurements makes it easier to calculate the needed amounts of materials. You’ll save the time and effort you would have had to expend running back and forth to the store numerous times for additional purchases and returns.
Before beginning landscaping alterations, get a good understanding of where all of your utility wires and other home structures are located. Make sure to locate underground cables, water lines, and septic drainfields before you begin in order to avoid running into them later. You should always call your utility company before you dig, to avoid a costly or dangerous mistake.
It can be a wise investment to consult with an experienced landscaper before you embark on any major landscaping project. They will give you tips and tricks that are invaluable to help you save money and shorten the duration of the project. Professional landscapers and architects both charge about $75/hour, which can easily pay for itself if you put their advice to use.
A good way to ensure your plant’s survival is by using peat moss. Peat moss gives your plants lots of nutrients that they may otherwise be lacking. It also provides an attractive contrast to the greenery.
Large shade trees look great, but it may be difficult to plant flowers that bloom underneath its shaded area. Rather than flowers, an interesting groundcover would be much more suitable. This can add beauty to your yard, and it is very easy to maintain. Sweet woodruff and hosta are ideal ground covers.
As you landscape your yard, have curved borders surrounding your plants. These rounded borders are more visually appealing than straight ones. The curves help your yard look softer to people passing by on the street, despite the hard, straight borders your house or driveway create.
Landscaping is not just the domain of professionals! Much landscaping can be done in your own yard that will look amazing. However, you must be dedicated and put in the required work. You will be proud of the transformation and you just might impress the neighbors too. That is the best result that you could have!
Author: Eddy PriceThis author has published 1078 articles so far. More info about the author is coming soon.


When a tree is lowered, there will be a tree stump left. The concern is what to do with the stump? When you work with a tree elimination service to eliminate a tree the contract that you authorize the cost on and off does it consist of removing the stump. If there is no other way you can not integrate it into your existing landscape you will have to try it up until it is degree with the ground. You do this by utilizing a stump grinder, which you can rent out for around one hundred to one hundred ninety dollars a day or work with a landscaping company who bills by the dimension of the stump. For a twenty-four inch stump a landscaping company will certainly bill in between ninety and also one hundred fifty dollars. The stump mill that you need to utilize is a power device that is affixed to a rotating cutting disk that will grind the tree stump right into a bunch of small chips. This process is called stump grinding. The following inquiry that develops is what to do with all of these little pieces of stump. You can utilize then as:
• Compost-instead of utilizing it as compost make it into compost, leading to a natural fertilizer. All you need is a plastic container or drum to compost your stump shavings in addition to natural waste from your kitchen area like fruit and vegetable peels as well as waste from your yard. Mix the garden compost often so the stump grindings decay rapidly. Once they have decomposed you can use them to improve the soil in your yard and flowerbeds. You will need to decompose them for 3 to four months before you can use them as fertilizer.
• Mulch-before you can use the stump shavings for mulching you need to make certain that tree where the shavings came from is not illness infested. As soon as you understand that the tree is condition complimentary you can utilize the shavings to make mulch. To make the compost eliminate as long as you can where the shavings are and take it to where you intend to use it. Spread out the wood chips over your dirt in an inch layer. To obtain the best outcomes you can add a few of the stump grindings to the flowerbeds and rake them into the dirt. This will certainly provide time to decompose and increase the nutrients in the soil. If the stump grindings are from evergreen beware how much you utilize as it can enhance the acidity of the soil where it has actually been made use of as compost. Way too much acidity in the soil will make it hard for any type of plant to grow.
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Five Post Oak Park is one of Houston’s most prominent architectural landmarks. Originally developed by The Winter Company, the property has unique architectural features with arched windows on the lower levels overlooking the park to the north. The facade is composed of horizontal travertine spandrels and alternating reflective vision glass glazed in aluminum.
The ground floor includes a popular restaurant and twin travertine staircases leading up to the second floor skylobby. The second floor encompasses the main elevator lobby and skybridge connection to the adjacent parking garage.
Five Post Oak Park is located on 3.6 acres within the prestigious Galleria submarket, inside the West Loop. The property is an integral component of the 43-acre Post Oak Park business park. Land uses adjacent to the park include a wooded, landscaped common area park, upscale retail, luxury St. Regis Hotel, and proximate to affluent high density residential neighborhoods including River Oaks and Tanglewood.
Morris Aubry Architects


The children of Laurel Park helped cut a ribbon opening a new play structure at the fall “Tunes in the Park” celebration. The Laurel Park Neighborhood Association worked with Candie Petersen and Jerry Fogle of the City Parks and Recreation Department to design the playground. It includes a central tree trunk with two spiral slides and climbing areas. There is also a new swing set, sand box and grassy play area. They replace an old, dilapidated play structure that had become unsafe. The city also freshened up the landscaping in the park and put down new sod. Rust was removed from the pergola and it got a new coat of paint.
“Tunes in the Park” featuring the band Chameleon, was another big success thanks to Joli McInnis and her family. Planning is already underway for the spring edition of “Tunes”. It will be April 13, 2019.


A patio does not have to be a hot slab of concrete or pavers baking in the sun; a well-designed patio can offer a full alfresco feel, flowing from inside to out. We can easily build a deck perfectly flush with your back door, streamlining the transition from the home to the backyard. Added extras such as stairs connect the patio to a grassed area; or a bench seat (which can double as extra storage!) really transforms a space!
Let's chat about what we can create in your backyard today!


Find some breathing space in Bristol
19 February 2021
Bristol is renowned for its glorious parks and open green spaces, often being described as a city in the countryside. With 400 gardens and parks to choose from you will never be far away from somewhere to take time out from the thrill of city life.
Home to our wonderful community, The Vincent, the atmosphere in Bristol provides the perfect balance, promoting our belief that the great outdoors is so important when it comes to wellbeing. The area provides some much needed breathing space, an opportunity to clear your head and enjoy nature.
Just beyond The Vincent, the leafy beauty of Redland and Clifton awaits you. Lovely tree-lined paths lead to Clifton Village, while the route along Whiteladies Road into the city centre helps to remind you that you are never too far from a vibrant and bustling lifestyle.
Directly North of Clifton Village are the Clifton Downs, an area of wide open green space in the very heart of Bristol. The Downs provide the perfect backdrop for a leisurely stroll which will allow you some time to reflect and enjoy nature.
Beyond the Clifton Downs you will find the neighbouring Durdham Downs, a 400-acre area perfect for walking, jogging and maybe even a picnic. If you’re considering a new hobby, the exposed landscape makes this a popular place for kite fliers. The Durham Downs are also within walking distance of the University of Bristol Botanic Garden where you will find their beautiful gardens, carefully crafted, and designed to tell the story of evolution providing the perfect day out when lockdown restrictions lift.
Another of Bristol’s hidden gems is Redland Green park and gardens, an area of around 10 acres of grass and woodland. The area is also a secure wildlife habitat managed by Bristol City Council in partnership with Redland Green Community Group. Badgers, foxes, sparrowhawks, green and great spotted woodpeckers have all been spotted here. It is also home to a bowls club and tennis club.
This land also has a rich history as it once was the farmland belonging to part of the manor of Redland. Today, it is the perfect area to explore, and spot some of the wonderful wildlife that calls this area home.
If you’re looking for a home with the perfect balance of city and country living then get in touch with the team to find out more about the homes available at The Vincent. Prices start from £399,999 for a one bed apartment. Call the team on 0117 981 4352 or email [email protected].


Ok. So, I have bitten the bullet. I have decided to start this blog after contemplating it for a long time… and writing the first blog post is rough. How do I adequately sum up where this is going? I guess I just pick a point and start writing.
I had the idea to create this blog after living in Montreal for 2 years and studying urban ecology at McGill University. While being exposed to some amazing (and some horrible) urban design and urban life in Montreal, I thought a lot about Regina, my home. What things make Regina work as a city? What isn’t working? Why do certain neighbourhoods feel vibrant and full of life while others feel inhospitable and devoid of “community”? And most importantly, how can we create a great urban experience that is unique to Regina?
Along with exploring Regina’s urban landscape (planning, design, etc.) I want to showcase projects that may be working well elsewhere and discuss topics that apply to cities in general. Once in awhile I hope to also add a bit of my more specific expertise: ecology. Urban ecology is a relatively new and exciting field and, while I want to use that term to be more inclusive to the urban experience, I think more people should know about the field and think about the rsearch questions that arise from it.
There. One post down, hopefully many more to go!


BE A PART OF THE
Western Reaches Access Activation Plan
Creating a #River4All
The San Joaquin River Parkway Western Reaches Access Activation Plan (WRAAP) is a community planning effort in support of reactivating Camp Pashayan (“Camp P”) and developing a recreational trail along the San Joaquin River to the Milburn Overlook to increase public access to the river and recreational amenities in the Central Valley.
By directly engaging community members and stakeholders, Fresno Building Healthy Communities and our project partners will complete 65% of planning and design documents, file CEQA documentation, and help set the stage for future actionable steps to establish public access while restoring and enhancing a native habitat, setting a precedent for additional work to follow in future phases to re-envision Camp Pashayan as a new trailhead facility and river destination to create a #River4All.
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Everyone in the Central Valley deserves to have access to a well-maintained and easily accessible river they can be proud of.
Creating a #River4all is key to
Public lands and open green spaces promote healthy children, adults, and families!
Studies show that people of all ages, cultures and backgrounds benefit from time working and playing outside. Public land and green spaces make that possible!
Access to our public water ways creates educational opportunities and helps strengthen community preservation efforts.
When diverse people have access to public water ways, they create social bonds and share in the education of our environment and our climate, and how we can collectively continue to preserve our precious natural resources.
Camp P is an underutilized natural area that is within reach for Fresnans and south Maderans.
The Western Reaches Access Activation Plan builds on decades of community work to implement the San Joaquin River Parkway Master Plan.
The San Joaquin River Parkway is a planned 22-mile regional natural and recreation area primarily in the river’s floodplain extending from Friant Dam to Highway 99, encompassing portions of both Fresno and Madera Counties.
The San Joaquin River Parkway Master Plan envisions:
a primary multi-use trail from Friant Dam to Highway 99 (22 +/- river miles);
contiguous and continuous wildlife habitat and movement corridors;
a regional, multifaceted parkway experience for visitors, consisting of river access, low-impact recreation, and conservation education; and
functional regional conservation and restoration of habitat, the watershed, and ecosystems.
The Western Reaches Access Activation Plan is bringing people together and engaging people who have never been to the river to create access and recreational opportunities that are welcoming and culturally relevant.
The San Joaquin River Parkway includes public lands and improvements owned by the San Joaquin River Conservancy (Conservancy), City of Fresno, County of Fresno, State Lands Commission, California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW), Wildlife Conservation Board (WCB), and Fresno County Office of Education, and those owned by the nonprofit San Joaquin River Parkway & Conservation Trust (River Parkway Trust).
The San Joaquin River is the second largest watershed in California. It serves the Fresno and Madera region’s agriculture, recreation, and water supply needs. It historically provided for commercial navigation, and now provides for recreational boating. Its waters provide for unsurpassed agricultural production throughout the San Joaquin Valley. It supports important natural ecosystems, and once provided sustenance for numerous indigenous people.
On full build-out the Parkway will include a multi-use trail extending the entire length, an interconnected recreational trail system, habitat conservation areas and a protected wildlife movement corridor, non-motorized boating trail, low impact recreation areas, educational and interpretive programs and features, watershed improvements, and ancillary facilities.
The San Joaquin River Parkway is starting to be known, but we need some help to reach communities that don't always think of the San Joaquin River as theirs.


With the arrival of warm weather again, many of us are looking at our front lawns, gardens, and backyards with the fresh perspective that seems to follow each winter. Plans are being made, landscaping tools are removed from their storage places, and materials are purchased as many of us set out on our never-ending quests for the perfect yard. As you join the parade of quest-seekers this year, you might want to give some thought to adding the one feature that many yards and gardens use for a rustic accent and a country flavor. Nothing in the yard seems to say welcome as well as a wooden outdoor bench.
Many landscaping designs are conceived with a particular flow to them. Stone paths and brick steps are the highways and overpasses of the yard's traffic design, winding through and around gardens, flowerbeds, ponds, waterfalls, and statuary. Bushes and shrubs blend easily into the landscape, or provide natural walls that further enhance the overall balance and design of the landscape. With such beauty laid out before you, what could be more perfect than a wooden outdoor bench or two to provide the perfect resting place for you and everyone else who wants to enjoy the beauty of your yard and garden?
Finding the right wooden outdoor bench is not as big a challenge as it seems at first glance. There are just a few questions you need to ask yourself, such as how you plan to use the bench, and what style you want. The uses for an outdoor bench usually come down to two choices: form or function. If you want a bench for the overall design of the landscape, multiple smaller benches may be the answer to your needs. On the other hand, if you want to sit on your bench and enjoy your beautiful yard, you need to be thinking a little bigger. Styles can range from stationary flat benches to the glider style. Every style has its use, so it really comes down to preference. Finally, you want to ensure that your outdoor bench is durable. Weather and pests can all take their toll on your bench, so choose carefully.
With the right attention to the needs of your yard or garden, you can easily choose the wooden outdoor bench that is perfect for you. It will enhance your landscape, and provide a central gathering and resting place for anyone enjoying your yard. And with the proper care, you will enjoy both your bench and your yard for years to come.


Our natural stone fountains include pedestal fountain, wall mounted fountain and fountain pool for garden and lawn.
All magnificent hand-carved solid natural stone fountains are from our skilled designers and craftsmen.
They are attractive and perfect for interior decoration, entrance, garden, patio, etc.
Browsing our pedestal fountains, wall mounted fountains and pools and choose your favorite and matching pieces for your home and garden. The materials including marble travertine limestone are available.
After you only submit your pictures or drawings, we will carve custom fountains for you.


Urban Turf Landscape
Urban Turf Solutions have created the most real to life turf available in New Zealand for all your landscape requirements. Not only does it look the part and add value to your home it also feels like natural grass underfoot, all without impacting on your water consumption.
Our landscape turf lines are all made using UV stabilised yarns to create glass blades that actually feel like real grass! The backing is then applied to the weave creating a water resistant, shock resistant bond. The Urban Turf Solutions landscape range has been designed to suit today’s modern lifestyle providing a luxury surface that adds to the value of your home.
Our landscape range are protected by a 7 year warranty and need no mowing, drain and wear better than natural grass, reduce allergy triggers, reduce nuisance insects, easy to clean and child and pet friendly. Our landscape range looks great all year round, not wet and muddy in winter and not dead and parched in summer.


The best five “green” spaces you have to visit in Porto
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Serralves Foundation Park has 18 hectares and is formed by a wide-ranging variety of wonderful interconnected spaces: old-style farm, formal gardens and woodlands. All this was designed by the architect Jacques Greber in the 1930s.
A visit to the Park, through any of the circuits, involving different roads, is a great occasion to come into contact with nature and appreciate the widespread diversity of trees and plants, constituted by 200 species and a variety of ornamental exotic plants. Beyond this, the gardens and the park also create a museum setting: the visitors in the park will come across sculputes from the Serralves Collection, that are always on display.


The Seasonal Meadow
A selection of the plants, insects and birds that occur in, though not necessarily photographed within, Long Meadow
Click on the oak tree image to access the photo slide show.
Long Meadow is the flood plain for the River Pinn. and forms part of the Celandine Walk, a 12 mile walk from Pinner to Cowley, with links to the Hillingdon Trail.
In the 1930s the course of the river was diverted for proposed development. The development did not take place, and the land was bought by the Middlesex County Council, later being given to the London Borough of Hillingdon.
To view the photos below please click on the image and then use the arrows to scroll through them.
The meadow, forming part of the Pinn Meadows, is now being improved as part of the Colne Catchment Action Network which aims to bring the Colne Valley into line with the European Water Framework Directive. Both the Friends of Eastcote House Gardens and the Friends of Pinn Meadows are stakeholders in this project.
As part of the improvements a link from the river to the old course of the river has been introduced to create a small backwater. A second larger backwater further downstream has also been created. Both of these improvements provide more diverse wetland habitat and have encouraged frogs and dragonflies to breed increasing the wildlife diversity of the meadow. A boardwalk has been installed linking the gardens to the bridge over the river and the meadow as this area became very boggy in wet weather. There was once an ornamental pond here. [The outline of the pond can be seen on the above maps: click on them to enlarge.]
Two sections of chipped stone path have been installed in the wettest and muddiest parts of the main path along the meadow to improve walking conditions for the many people who visit the meadow.
In conjunction with the Eastcote Conservation Panel, FEHG have taken part in the Conservation Foundation project, ‘Ulmus Londinium’, which aims to bring disease free Elm trees back to London. The trees will be monitored for many years to assess the level of disease resistance. A list of veteran trees (click here) has been registered with the Woodland Trust.
Information boards have been installed to inform visitors about the meadow and the wildlife that can be seen in it. The Countryside Conservation group, part of FEHG, will in conjunction with LBH maintain the Meadow as a hay meadow, introducing more native plant life to improve biodiversity. Surveys of the wildlife and ground flora will be carried out each year. The results will be kept updated on the Wildlife Records page.


RFC Landscaping Services offer a Gardeners design, Landscaping construction, Landscaping Architecture, Landscaping Garden Services, Landscaping Designers, Gardening Services, Landscape Gardeners Services and maintenance service for your outdoor areas.
Gardening is a passion that needs care and attention from experts. RFC Landscaping Services is the right solution for your garden project big or small. We have long track record of delivering visually stunning landscapes and beautifully finished lawn care and maintenance.
We know which steps should be taken, to make sure that we are careful and caring for your garden.
A selection of the service that we can offer you are as follows:
Professional Trimming Services


Yangming Park Flower Clock (陽明公園花鐘) – The Yangmingshan Flower Garden
The centrepiece of Yangmingshan National Park nearby the visitor centre and main bus station, Yangming Park is one of the first stops that visitors often make while exploring Yangmingshan.
The Yangming park contains a Chinese-style garden with elegant buildings, pavilions kiosks, streams, fountains and ponds for visitors to relax and enjoy the cooler climate.
*December until April is the best months to visit the Yangmingshan Park while the landscape is adorned with cherry blossoms and this time period is known as the flower festival.
Besides scenic Flower Clock, The Guangfu Building (光復樓) is situated right on top of the park which offers another historic yet recreational spot for visitors to visit.
This sumptuously decorated, two-story Chinoiserie structure was completed in 1971 to mark the 60th anniversary of the Xinhai Revolution.
*There are tons of well decorated “Recycled Buoy” dangling in front of the building along the trees which is suitable to take nice photos.
Instead of eye-catching floral, we also especially enjoyed the natural insect’s habitat around that area like butterflies, dragonfly, beetle, spider and many more.
Two dragonflies “racing” in between the pond is a spectacular sight to view and who knows if you manage to catch one of them! 😉
From Bus :
- From Yangmingshan Bus Station, take Bus 125 to Yangmingshan Park.
*Highly recommend booking one-day tour guide for this destination if you wish to explore the whole Yangmingshan at ease.
Address: Yanngming Park, Beitou District, Taipei City, Taiwan.
Open Hours: 09.00 am – 04.30 pm (Mon-Sun).


Last summer's seminar in Copenhagen and Malmo was the first half of a studio course which is currently wrapping up. As part of this course, we visited with Gehl Architects of Copenhagen to learn their techniques for public space design. Gehl Architects is currently involved in the development of Seattle's Pedestrian Master Plan as well as an area plan for a light-rail station in a southern portion of the city. Our studio is currently using the Gehl methodologies to develop and evaluate site designs for that station plan. Their methods for public space has had significant influence on the revitalization and pedestrian improvements in cities such as Melbourne, New York, San Francisco, and Copenhagen.
Two significant concepts have struck me as simple yet vital to urban space. One is the idea that right-of-way space is typically given over to the automobile in overly generous proportions. Our roadways are often designed to handle traffic capacities which only exist for a total of two hours a day - rush hour. Taking this into consideration, this concept has led to the redevelopment of places like Time's Square which has reallocated space according to use.
The other concept is consideration for human scale development that is attractive to people while walking. This includes many similar ideas as those presented in many design guidelines which neighborhoods use to shape new development. However, those guidelines often fall short when considering the five sense employed by a human when evaluating a place.
This, naturally, led me to evaluate the street design approach in my beloved Albuquerque. I can think of only one area in the entire metro area where street design appears to be well thought out by someone other than a traffic engineer and that is in Nob Hill. From the new lamp posts to the well-manicured medians, there is attention to detail that provides a sense of place which enhances the urban experience.
Taking this a step further, imagine the effects this type of approach to street design would have on activity centers throughout the city if carried over to places such as the University area, Lomas through downtown, north 4th, etc. Perhaps a reallocation of space is in order along Central which might enlarge sidewalks and squeeze down traffic lanes to 10-feet. Imagine what it would be like to walk along Central on a comfortably wide sidewalk with traffic moving a little slower on the other side of parked vehicles. Now imagine this same sense of place in other areas of the city.
The Great Streets plan that is working its way through the red tape attempts to bring some of these changes to designated activity centers. However, the current council's attitude toward such development is lukewarm at best. Some of the wording in the new documentation waters it down to be largely ineffective. Furthermore, the plan doesn't even designate locations for implementation. With this ommitance, coupled with the Centers and Corridors lack of defining said centers, it is highly likely that these plans will collect dust on a shelf. Locating a pilot project will be vital to the plans livelihood as it would provide the city a palpable example from which to learn whether or not it is right for the community. Nob Hills existence as an anomaly gives such concepts little legitimacy in a city run by conservative leaders. It is time that people begin to understand how their quality of life is affected by the continued allowance of urban street design to be left to traffic engineers whom design straight out of a handbook written at time when the car was the panacea to an urban utopia never realized.
The future is urban and we have the tools to create improved conditions for our cities. But this means we also need to be more proactive when it comes to informing our representatives whom have the ability to turn this ship.
Albuquerque's geography and weather lend to the city's ability to become a truly comfortable place for citizens utilizing all forms of mobility. But we need to taylor our built environment to allow for such diversified uses rather than our singular, current approach.
In the meantime, I'll imagine an Albuquerque with urban villages similar to Nob Hill but with wider sidewalks, more rain gardens, bikes lanes and slower traffic, throughout the city.


If you’re dreaming of building your very own luxury custom home in Wesley Chapel, there are some design and planning tips that you may not know about yet. These tips can help you create a space that truly reflects your style and provides the ultimate in comfort and luxury.
From site selection to sustainable landscaping, each tip is aimed at helping you create a home that not only stands out but also feels like a true sanctuary.
With a functional layout, high-quality materials, and smart home technology integration, you’ll be able to create a space that meets your every need and desire.
So, let’s dive into the 9 best design and planning tips for luxury custom homes in Wesley Chapel.
When choosing the ideal site for your luxury custom home in Wesley Chapel, consider the surrounding landscape and amenities.
You want to create a space that not only reflects your personal style and preferences but also makes you feel like you belong. Think about the natural beauty of the area and how it can enhance your daily life. Picture yourself waking up to breathtaking views and enjoying the serenity of the surroundings.
Additionally, take into account the amenities available in the community. Are there parks, walking trails, or recreational facilities nearby? These can provide opportunities for you to connect with neighbors and form lasting relationships.
To create a functional layout for your luxury custom home in Wesley Chapel, prioritize efficient use of space and seamless flow throughout the different areas. Here’s how you can achieve it:
To achieve a cohesive design for your luxury custom home in Wesley Chapel, consider the architectural style that best suits your preferences and complements the functional layout. The architectural style you choose won’t only reflect your personal taste but also create a sense of belonging in your new home.
Whether you prefer the timeless elegance of a traditional style or the sleek and modern lines of a contemporary design, it’s important to select an architectural style that resonates with you and your family. Take into account the surrounding neighborhood and landscape, as well as the overall aesthetic you want to achieve.
You should always prioritize using high-quality materials in your luxury custom home in Wesley Chapel. By choosing the best materials, you can create a sense of belonging and luxury that will impress your guests. Here are three reasons why high-quality materials are important:
Incorporating high-quality materials in your luxury custom home won’t only provide you with a sense of belonging but also ensure that your investment is long-lasting and valuable.
Create an energy-efficient design for your luxury custom home in Wesley Chapel to maximize sustainability and minimize utility costs. By incorporating energy-efficient features and technologies, you can create a home that not only reduces your environmental impact but also provides a comfortable and cozy living space.
Start by investing in insulation that keeps your home warm in the winter and cool in the summer, reducing the need for excessive heating and cooling.
Install energy-efficient windows and doors that prevent heat loss and gain.
Consider utilizing solar panels to generate clean and renewable energy.
Opt for energy-efficient appliances and lighting fixtures that consume less electricity.
Finally, design your home with proper orientation and layout to maximize natural light and ventilation.
With these energy-efficient design choices, you can create a sustainable and cost-effective luxury custom home that you can truly call your own.
Enhance your luxury custom home in Wesley Chapel with personalized interior finishes. Create a space that reflects your unique style and makes you feel truly at home.
Here are three ways to customize your interior finishes and make your home a haven of belonging:
To seamlessly integrate smart home technology into your luxury custom home in Wesley Chapel, consider incorporating advanced systems and features. By embracing smart home technology, you can create a sense of belonging and elevate your living experience.
Imagine walking into your home and having the lights automatically turn on, the temperature perfectly set, and your favorite music playing softly in the background. With smart home integration, you can effortlessly control your home’s functions with a simple voice command or a few taps on your smartphone.
From smart thermostats and lighting systems to security cameras and voice-controlled assistants, the possibilities are endless. Not only will this enhance your comfort and convenience, but it will also add a touch of sophistication and modernity to your luxury custom home.
Embrace the future of living and create a space that truly belongs to you.
Transform your outdoor space into a luxurious oasis for relaxation and entertainment.
Create a sense of belonging with these design tips:
To create a truly eco-friendly outdoor living space for your luxury custom home in Wesley Chapel, focus on sustainable landscaping. By incorporating sustainable practices into your landscape design, you can reduce your environmental impact and create a beautiful and inviting outdoor space that aligns with your values.
Start by choosing native plant species that are well-suited to the local climate and require less water and maintenance. Implement water conservation techniques, such as installing a rainwater harvesting system or using drip irrigation, to minimize water waste.
Additionally, consider incorporating permeable surfaces, like gravel or permeable pavement, to reduce stormwater runoff and improve water infiltration. Finally, prioritize biodiversity by creating habitats for local wildlife through the use of native plants, bird feeders, and nesting boxes.
With sustainable landscaping, you can create a harmonious and belonging outdoor space that supports the local ecosystem.


Golden Gate Park is filled with pretty places large and small. This
chapter highlights some of the places that are particularly
attractive because of their foliage, terrain or view, as well as the
privacy these spots afford lovers.
Mallard Lake is a small, pretty lake along a section of MLK Jr.
Drive where people usually drive too fast to enjoy the view. But
prettier than the lake is the wooded area on the hill behind the
lake to the south. This area is a large, infrequently visited
forest, and the hillside affords a delightful view across the lake
This place is best reached from MLK Jr. Drive by going a few hundred
yards west of the lake (to the right as you face the lake from the
road), and going up the hill. Turn left (east) on the footpath that
runs east/west at the top of the hill, and walk back behind the
lake. When you're directly above the lake, turn left off the path
toward the lake. Go just far enough down the hill to be out of
sight from the path.
This is a grassy area with a pretty view of the lake and the
forested area across MLK Jr. Drive. There's little reason for
anyone to walk down the hill from the path toward the lake, so
you're likely to have this place to yourselves. While you may be a
bit visible from afar at the lake below, more discreet play is
likely to go completely unnoticed.


About Katharine Webster
Noted San Francisco Landscape Designer Katharine Webster is transforming the outdoor living experience. With a master’s degree in Landscape Architecture from Harvard, Katharine’s vision of exterior design—mixed with her passion for innovative product creation—has brought her to her latest venture, Dash Lane, an outdoor furnishings studio which opened in September of 2018.
Katharine is an expert in bringing together unlikely tones, textures and themes, making for stunning visual feasts, where utility, comfort, and fun are always key ingredients. With a deep knowledge of Northern California climate, Katharine has become known for her work in Sonoma, Napa, Marin County and San Francisco.
Dash Lane is open by appointment only on Sacramento Street in San Francisco.


|Through 10/31||11/01 - 11/30||12/01 - 12/17||Onsite|
The Earth-Kind Landscape Short Course is a continuing education program designed for professionals responsible for managing and maintaining urban green space such as residential landscapes, parks, commercial properties and golf courses. The course will also benefit municipal, schools, city personnel and landscape businesses, particularly those interested in developing sustainable urban landscape conservation programs.
Speakers: Speakers from Texas A&M AgriLife Research, Extension and the industry draw upon their expertise to address landscape industry issues, problems and opportunities in a 3-day program.
Continuing education units (CEUs) will be applied for Texas Nursery and Landscape Association Certified Professionals and Texas Department of Agriculture for Licensed Pesticide Applicator recertification” to “18 and 16 Continuing education units (CEUs) have been approved by Texas Department of Agriculture for Licensed Pesticide Applicator recertification and Texas Nursery and Landscape Association Certified Professionals, respectively.
Participants are responsible for their own parking permit (required at park lots, including 74). Pre-paid visitor permits could be purchased at http://transport.tamu.edu/Parking/visitor.aspx
SPACE IS LIMITED! Seats will be reserved for the first 35 registrants. The rest will be put on waiting list.
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Abelia is an easy-to-grow shrub loved for its fragrant, trumpet-shaped white flowers that appear on the plant on and off from late spring to early autumn. The leaves contrast nicely against ...
A dramatic addition to the perennial garden, acanthus (also sometimes called bear's breeches) shows off lustrous, dark green foliage that has a coarse texture which contrasts other perennial...
African mask -- also called Alocasia Poly -- is a stunning houseplant. The dark, shield-shaped foliage is accentuated by white veins running throughout the leaves. The plant will flower oc...
Agastache is a must-have perennial if you're looking for easy-care color in your landscape. It's one of the toughest plants around, shrugging off h...
Ajuga is a quick-spreading groundcover suited to partly sunny or shady gardens. A multitude of varieties allows for the choice of green, purple, or multi-colored foliage. All varieties have ...
Allamanda comes from South America and is a flamboyant tropical shrub often grown as a vine. In warm-winter areas, it's a fast grower and flowers profusely all summer and autumn. In cold-win...
Aloes are good indoor plants if you're busy and have a bright spot in your home. These houseplants have a bold texture that works particularly well with modern and contemporary decorating sc...
Alstroemerias are best known as cut flowers, where their rich colors and lovely veining grace vases and floral design for two weeks or more. But these plants can also be grown in the garden....
Alternanthera is an ideal plant for adding a bold splash of color to the front of the border or in beds and containers. 'Red Thread' and 'Brazilian Red Hots' are two of the varieties you're ...
Aluminum plant is an easy-to-grow houseplant that offers silver-splashed leaves. It's a wonderful accent to other houseplants, but makes a great centerpiece on its own, especially when grown...
Angelonia or Summer snapdragon (Angelonia angustifolia)
One of the best container plants for hot, sunny spots, angelonia shows off for months with beautiful spikes of purple, pink, or white flowers. It's a strong performer in containers as well a...
Anthuriums are cheery, exotic plants that offer glossy, green heart-shaped leaves topped by heart-shaped pink, red, or white long-lasting flowers. Happily, they'll bloom almost all year long...
Aralia [Ming, Fabian]
Aralias are a genus comprised of about 40 different species of ornamental shrubs and evergreen trees. Grown indoors for over a century,they are a favorite because of their feathery leaves an...
Arbicola, also called dwarf umbrella plant, is a popular houseplant because it's easy to grow (it tolerates a range of growing conditions) and adds fun texture with its divided hand-like lea...
A small, tidy plant, it covers itself with adorable bobbing pink flowers. It's a charming groundcover, edging plant, or rock garden feature. When planted in large groups, it forms a mat of a...
Excellent choice for dry locations or sunny areas with poor soil conditions. Gorgeous silver, fern-like foliage adds a cool sparkle to the landscape. A perfect contrast to green plants or br...
Asparagus densiflorus [Asparagus Fern, Sprengeri Fern]
The Asparagus Fern looks like a fern, but it is not considered a true fern since it does not reproduce using spores. The apple green color of the Asparagus provides a great contrast with oth...
Asplenium nidus [Bird's Nest Fern]
The Bird Nest fern offers a unique and fun look to any room in the home. Its ruffled edges and wavy leaves make it an attractive centerpiece for any area or container plant arrangement. Lik...
Dependable selection produces a mass of daisies. Provides a welcome burst of color to the late season landscape. The flowers attract butterflies to the garden. Wonderful for mixed borders an...
Aster [Purple Henry]
Asters are a beautiful choice for late summer and fall color. Purple Henry 1 produces a bright purple flower. It is a early, double flowering plant with a medium growing intensity and a c...
Astilbe is a shade-garden favorite. This easy-care perennial produces fluffy clusters of little tiny flowers and look like plumes or feathers in the garden. Astilbe appears in a range of col...
Autumn fern, also called Japanese shield fern, is an attractive evergreen fern that offers a beautiful fine texture to shaded and woodland gardens. It stands out from other ferns because the...


On the trail of Mr Lee's trees
Wednesday, 20 May 2015
My Paper (Online)
Although Singapore's founding prime minister Lee Kuan Yew is no longer around, many of the trees he planted are still standing.
According to the National Parks Board (NParks), Mr Lee - who died aged 91 on March 23 - had planted more than 60 trees since 1963. Of these, 39 have survived.
My Paper spent about a month tracking down 33 of these trees. The exact locations of the remaining six could not be verified.
The trees are mostly in good condition and many of the older ones tower overhead with verdant crowns. Flower tributes could be found lying next to five trees, including a single rose nestled by the foot of a young bintangor bunut in Holland Drive.
National flags were placed near two other trees in Mei Chin Road and Telok Blangah Crescent.
The rest of the trees planted by Mr Lee no longer exist, largely due to redevelopment.
These include the first tree he planted, a mempat tree at the now-defunct Farrer Circus on June 16, 1963; a broad-leafed mahogany planted at the old National Stadium on Nov 5, 1976; and a golden penda tree planted at Block 6, Everton Park on Nov 8, 1994.
Known for his pragmatic ways, Mr Lee was quoted in 1985 as saying: "Trees die off. They have to be replaced. It's ceaseless... I hope to do it every year for as long as I am in office."
He planted at least one tree per year, mostly in conjunction with the annual Tree Planting Day that began in 1971.
Oh Cheow Sheng, streetscape director at NParks, told My Paper: "He recognised that the introduction of greenery would soften the harshness of urbanisation and improve the quality of life in the city."
Mr Oh said the founding prime minister kick-started the islandwide greening movement, which has spanned more than 50 years. There are some three million trees in the city today.
Most of the trees Mr Lee planted were in parks and Housing Board estates - mainly in the Tanjong Pagar area - in November or December, when monsoon rains meant that less watering was needed.
Mr Lee, who was also called Singapore's Chief Gardener, planted his last tree, a sea teak, at Block 123, Bukit Merah View on Nov 2 last year.
Nature Society president Shawn Lum said that all trees are precious, but the ones planted by Mr Lee have "extra meaning" as they were planted with a strategic plan in mind, to create a garden city in feasible steps.
His first priority was to put a cool canopy over Singapore with shade trees such as the angsana and rain tree, which he favoured. It was only after this that flowering and fruit trees were introduced for civic beautification.
Said Dr Lum, who is also a botany lecturer at the National Institute of Education: "It was not just a theoretical green city. (Mr Lee) had a lot of things to worry about but he took the time to know about his trees, even the species. You couldn't fool him."
Given the significance of the trees Mr Lee planted, some observers think his trees are worth preserving for future generations to learn from his legacy.
Rick Thomas, president of the Singapore Arboriculture Society, said planting and preserving trees are important as trees not only beautify the surroundings, but also provide socio-economic and environmental benefits.
He added that Mr Lee was a visionary leader who understood the benefits of trees, and led by example by planting trees himself.
Tanjong Pagar GRC MP Indranee Rajah, who started working with Mr Lee in the constituency 14 years ago, said his existing trees should be left to grow if no redevelopment is slated. Otherwise, the trees could be transplanted or their seedlings planted near the redeveloped site.
Ms Indranee, who is also Senior Minister of State for Law and Education, stressed that "what is important is that he kept on planting new ones, and we too should keep up that tradition, to keep adding to our treasury of trees".
Even so, being the pragmatist that Mr Lee was, he "would have understood if there were unavoidable needs for (his) trees to be removed", said Tan Puay Yok from the Department of Architecture at the National University of Singapore's School of Design and Environment.
Still, Mr Thomas said the fact that Mr Lee had planted so many trees over the years shows how committed he was to the greening of Singapore.
"A society grows great when old men plant trees whose shade they know they shall never sit in," he said.
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To use these beautiful 10 white flowers, simply plant them in your yard. When you have white flowers in your landscape, you surely need them. A quiet, peaceful feeling is brought to life when white flowers are used. These colours of deep purple and hot pink serve as a contrast to the jewel tones found in your gardens, such as lavender and lime, and they offer a background for the wide range of green colours. Place white flower beds at regular intervals, and locate them in such a way that you can make use of the dim light on a starry night. It is also important to have planting beds, hanging baskets, or containers placed near working areas if you do not have dedicated planting beds, hanging baskets, or containers readily available.
You can do online flower delivery in Chandigarh, White flowers are versatile, working in-country, garden, and landscape settings. Some are plants that everyone can grow. Annuals only bloom for one season, so you can rearrange your annuals every year to keep your plant collection interesting. When choosing the plant that you want to grow, make sure that it will survive and thrive in your USDA Hardiness Zone. When you’re planting in your garden, take note of the lighting conditions. It is a good idea to read the plant tag or description to prevent (or at least lessen) stress on your new plant. Direct sunlight (6 or more hours a day) is called the full sun, whereas partial sunlight (less than 6 hours a day) is called the part sun.
Our last list of alluring 10 white flowers is now available for you to use to enliven your landscaping.
Popular 10 white flowers
Sweet alyssum bloomers are favourite pollinator targets; their aroma is a wonderful mix of floral and sweet. Beautiful arrangements of flowers can be found in any number of places: around containers, hanging baskets, or window boxes, or incorporated into the landscaping as flowering ground covers. You’ll enjoy plentiful blossoms all season long because sweet alyssum prefers broad sun with handless frost. Flowers should be sent to loved ones online like Alyssum, which can provide beauty to garden environments.
The blooming Shasta Daisy
What could be sunnier than daisy-patterned happy faces? these plants are hardy perennials that provide weeks of colour during the summer The pollinators really like these. They require full sunlight.
The annual, Lobelia, has cascading blooms that fill your planter when the weather is cool; newer varieties withstand more heat but don’t bloom their best when nighttime temperatures stay below 70 degrees. If they are cut in hot weather, they will be revived when the weather gets cooler. Lobelia grows well in full shade or partial sun in hot areas.
A solid indicator that spring has arrived is when the azaleas bloom. It is more cold-tolerant than it was previously, which means you can grow it farther north. They are mostly reliant on sunlight. To ensure success, be sure to select the correct USDA Hardiness zone.
There are so many peonies, how am I supposed to choose? May and early June are the best months to see this velvety plant, which has glossy, dark green foliage, and aromatic flowers. These ants aren’t pests because they’re getting nectar from the blossoms. The peonies like direct sunlight.
Thousands of minuscule snapdragon-like flowers grow from spring through fall and do not require deadheading (i.e., removing spent blooms) (removing spent blooms). This annual will withstand well-drained soils in the garden or raised beds, but it does well in pots. Nemesia likes having some sunlight but does well in full sunlight in areas with colder weather.
The plant Lily of the Valley
Looking for a healthy and colourful start to the season? Shrubby bell-shaped flowers appear in dangling clusters from branch arches throughout the winter and early spring. Lily of the valley requires sunlight for most of the day.
Girl’s Thumb Flower
With zero effort from you, these annuals bloom all summer long. Because of their habit of training, they’re an excellent candidate for window boxes and baskets. Plants prefer full sunlight.
Your garden will not be complete unless you have at least one rose shrub. In contrast to what was once the norm, new shrub and landscape kinds are now considered to be more cold-hardy and disease-resistant, and they bloom well into October. Sunlight is necessary for roses. Order roses online give you the advantage of buying roses for your garden in bulk, helping to make it more active.
Until recently, one had to deadhead annuals to keep them blooming, but hybrids that flower all season do not require deadheading. In window boxes and hanging baskets, trailing or double variants are very attractive. The full sun is required for petunias.


INNOVATING URBAN AGRICULTURE WITH SOLIDRIP
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The SoliDrip system operates on a constant water supply to the SoliDripper array, ensuring efficient and consistent watering for your plants. Each SoliDripper device is placed at the root system of the plant and supports up to 1m² of planting area. The system requires no maintenance and operates under any weather conditions, providing the exact amount of water needed without any over-watering.
SoliDrip saves up to 60% of water compared to other drip irrigation technologies, providing individual care for each plant while requiring zero maintenance.
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With SoliDrip, Nekuda has reimagined urban greening and made it easier for everyone. Whether you are an urban farmer, a gardening enthusiast, or just looking to green your balcony, SoliDrip is the perfect solution.


Pre-Design and Early Schematic
House on a Hill…
Located in a neighborhood just west of Nashville this site is perfect for a modern home. The site features a large hill sloping upwards towards the back of the property with views of the surrounding landscape. Occupying the hill is a priority to disconnect from the surrounding neighborhood but more importantly to capture those amazing views.
After completing the zoning analysis the next step was to gather the project program information from the client and begin diagramming the way in which we could “occupy the hill.” This planning exercise is an opportunity to not only understand the zoning regulations but also, understand the scale and massing of the potential project.
Programming the project is set to be approximately 6,000 square feet conditioned featuring 5 bedrooms, an office, gym, game room, and wine cellar. Also, a part of the program is a 3 car garage with a workshop, an outdoor kitchen, roof deck, and a pool area.
Site slope creates an opportunity for great views and allows for a disconnect from the street. This disconnect creates privacy and an object like quality to the potential design.
The privacy should be considered given the close proximity to the neighbors. Let’s plan for more solid spaces near neighbors and more open spaces toward the view. Large amounts of glass can diminish privacy and therefore it is important to study the view of the home from street level. Perhaps a screening system can be used to break the visual from the street.
Trees and Vegetation are located mostly in the rear of the property as the lot backs up to a heavily wooded area atop the hill. This wooded area creates a space, defining the backyard and pool area.


A hidden yard is transformed into a home and office, through the complete renovation of an existing warehouse and the insertion of an architectural pod with a distinctive ribbon-shaped roof.
- Bethnal Green, London, UK
This infill site was a former industrial yard, containing a brick warehouse, which had been derelict for years. The proposal consists of carefully restoring the historical building and converting it into a home. A new architectural element is inserted into the yard with a distinctive ribbon-shaped roof, clad in black rubber, to serve as a commercial unit.
The architectural strategy aims to contrast old and new structures, through materials and forms. A series of planted courtyards are created unexpectedly across the site. The first courtyard is shared between the commercial and residential units in order to promote social interactions.


Monday, April 5, 2010
Corydalis solida naturalised in a lawn
A few years ago we were travelling in Nova Scotia in early May and drove through the town of Wolfville. One of the most spectacular "lawns" I have ever seen was there, an enormous sheet of pinky purple, a colour I immediately guessed as the product of thousands of plants of Corydalis solida. It was the first time I had seen this species used this way and resolved to starting planting some of this Corydalis in our own lawn.
For a few years, Corydalis solida was available cheaply in the fall as prepacked tubers, and I purchase two packages to try them in our lawn. They are great bulbs to use for this purpose, they emerge very early and as soon as they finish flowering and setting seed they go dormant and dissappear entirely, usually long before I have any intention of mowing the lawn. In fact, my luck with these naturalized in the lawn is far better than my track record in growing them in the garden, where their early dormancy means I usually forget that they are they and dig them up inadvertently.
A few years ago I also planted some plants of a bright red flowering cultivar of Corydalis solida cv "George Baker" which has also done well with this treatment. The site I chose for these plants is a little leaner than for the others and I have to fertilize them once a year to keep them expanding, otherwise they get no care at all.
Other plants we have planted in the lawn include Scilla sibirica, Narcissus, Galanthus nivalis, Dodecatheon hendersonii, Frittalaria pudica, Muscari fragrans,


The Cottages of Lora Bay
The Cottages of Lora Bay (formally Village of Keepers Cove) was designed by Envision-Tatham as a quaint adult lifestyle community situated on the shores of Georgian Bay in Thornbury. The goal of the project was to transform the infrastructure of an existing trailer park into a vibrant, healthy and affordable community for retirees that consists of 212 condominium homes. This involved the re-organization of existing infrastructure to focus on green open space corridors that link the waterfront and residences to a central Recreation Facility that forms the focal and social hub of the community. The major accomplishment of the master plan was our success in establishing the homes around an integrated open space network, celebrating the community’s entrance with a terraced storm water feature and waterfalls, and creating intimate community focused spaces. The result is a unique hamlet integrated within the larger Lora Bay community that sets itself apart as a relatively affordable waterfront option in the Georgian Triangle market. The Cottages of Lora Bay demonstrates that affordable communities can be developed with quality, through careful and considered design.


17 May Best Garden Planters, Flowering Pots and Plant Boxes 2022
Gadren Planters, garden flowering pots.
An absolute essential to any décor, FLOWERS, be it interiors or exteriors of any environment, always adds a charismatic charm in nature.
Not only do they beautify spaces, but they also improve air quality and have a positive effect on healthy well being, especially during challenging current times.
Plant flowers in your garden to enhance the beauty of your home that will always rejuvenate your soul & mood. An inner feeling of joy.
Use Beautiful Garden Planters or Flower Pots at your garden to beautify or even the interiors, with custom made designs, made to order plots and flowering pots for garden. All are handcrafted from solid block of natural marble.
Besides being a style statement, these planters and flowering pots would completely enhance the vibrancy of your garden or even the indoors.
Pots and containers are used for their ability to make their surrounding look even better as they easily stand out in the gardens.
Marble Planters gives a sort of finished look and are ideal for concealing cheap and unattractive pots.
There are many type of garden planters & flowering pots. These could be made to order in any shape and design to match the mood and style of the environment they go into.
The choices are endless with their creation which could be made on the basis of the location they are intended, be it for interiors, exteriors, patios etc.
Our team at The Rockscape Company is always at your service to let you choose the best design and work with you closely.
Our designs are unique and completely custom made that makes them one of a kind style statement. They are sure to match the architectural aesthetics.
Garden Planters do not just beautify the décor but they also are a perfect architectural statement that describes either the landscape design or the interior design to their intent. Our clients choose from various stones depending on the region. Some like the warm tones, like the warm yellow marble, some like to have white natural while some like to go with indo Italian marble with either geometric relief carving on them while some love the floral patterns. Of course the plain surface is also a preference by some of our esteemed clients globally.
Some like to go with large & tall planters, while some choose to have smaller ones, depending on the location they are planning to keep them at. Smaller planters are quite mobile and could be easily moved from one location to another, while the larger ones are generally placed at a location where they are intended to be beautifying the place for always or longer time.
The most popular design liked by landscape architects are either roman styles or lotus shaped, in form of large bowls and planters.
Garden or Home planters made by The Rockscape Company add a dramatic twist to the environment. The authentic detailing & exquisite on each planter makes each one of the planter to be one of a kind.
Our luxury garden and home décor marble planters, are in styles from traditional classic to contemporary designs that offer an opportunity to be creative with arrangements of flowers and plants.
Garden Planters & flowering pots are a great way showcase the entrance of your home.


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Free Workshop: Pruning & Care of Landscape Trees
February 25, 2017 at 10:30 am
At this free workshop you will learn how to “prune like a pro” and prevent costly errors, defects, high maintenance, and unsightly urban trees. Focus is on landscape trees.Topics will include:-Common pruning mistakes-When and why to prune-Structural pruning on young trees-what and why?-Plant health and aesthetics-Choosing the right tool for the job
LocationEnviroHouse (City of Tacoma)
3510 S. Mullen St.
Tacoma More Information


The Golden Inn and Village Family
The Golden Inn and Village provides multi-generational affordable housing to families and seniors in a 7.3 acre campus-like setting that promotes outdoor recreational use and social interaction. The family apartments include 8 one-bedroom apartments, 10 two-bedroom apartments, and 10 three-bedroom apartments.
Amenities include all appliances, laundry facilities, a community center, and a park like playground with BBQ area. The grounds are designed with walking trails, lush drought resistive landscape and preserved historic oak trees. One unit is designated for the resident manager.


Rancho del Cielo
is located in the hills above Paradise Cove, with a spectacular ocean view, an acre of gardens, olive groves, oak trees, rustic trails and an old California cottage, which all make for one of the dreamiest and jaw-dropping Malibu wedding venues we've come across. Think an California ranch house settled deep into a garden filled with roses, jasmine and lavender that looks out over meadows to the ocean. By day you'll see the Channel Islands – Santa Catalina, San Clemente, Santa Barbara and the distant blue hills of Rancho Palos Verdes. By night the moon and stars compete with the blazing necklace of lights around the Santa Monica Bay. There are three miles of trails through the chaparral below the olive grove and the gardens have spacious lawns and quiet romantic corners, outdoor fireplaces and breathtaking views.


A pergola is a structure that is usually supported on four sides by vertical posts, although some pergola’s that rest against the house have only two vertical posts. The sizes of the overhead joists can vary. Beams attached to posts will support one or more layers of cross rafters. The spacing and size of the rafters will dictate the amount of sunlight that is allowed to penetrate the structure. Sometimes vines are trained to grow through latticework to give it a natural shady canopy.
It is very important to properly attach the posts when installing a pergola over a deck so that it performs well in high wind conditions. Pergolas are top heavy and need lateral bracing so they can withstand the wind swaying and uplift. Attaching sections of rail in between pergola posts will strengthen the pergola. Using 6x6s for support posts will further strengthen the structure.


Trees have an extraordinary power to withstand the harmful effects caused by equipment or environment. Trees prevent the stressors that bite, burn up, starve and decay their leaves, limbs, trunk, and roots. It’s really impressive precisely how forests compartmentalise itself to seal the injuries. Nevertheless, the most effective way to take care of the tree inside your lawn is usually to prevent wounds in the very first place.
Regular maintenance and proper planting would be the secrets to keeping trees safe as well as healthy. Allow me to share some suggestions to stop and take care of tree wounds.
The most crucial thing that you can do to avoid tree wounds is to choose the best plant and tree it in the very best place. Take help of licensed arborists as they’re the individuals who can correctly guide you in selecting the website to plant trees. They are going to ensure that room is big enough to support the tree’s roots and crown. Mulching is a crucial maintenance train for trees. If the mulch is appropriately utilized, it is going to increase the tree’s growth rate, stop basal damage and help save soil moisture. Mulch should be used around the forests to a depth of 2 to 4 inches.
Pruning is yet another maintenance exercise for trees. While pruning, it’s essential to make cuts at a good location. Additionally, over pruning needs to be avoided. Hire certified arborists to complete tree pruning as they are able to do the job safely and efficiently. Pruning improves tree well being and system by removing broken, dead or diseased branches. If a tree has injuries and then prune them immediately to stay away from further damage.
Fertilising trees is a method that ought to be performed only when required. If the growth is steady and adequate, the foliage appears satisfying and there has been absolutely no main disturbance within the tree, then fertilisation isn’t necessary. When you do have to fertilise, make use of a granular and balanced fertiliser which must be distributed over entire root zone of the tree. This can guard against tree wounds.
Good trees recover from wounding fast. Attempt to keep wounded trees thriving by providing water to them biweekly in the lack of rainfall. Remember this’s in addition to any bath you offer to grass on the lawn of yours. This won’t only improve the speed of wound closure but is going to enhance callus growth and enhance the opposition to decay mechanism. Via https://www.treeservicejonesboroar.com/


Landscape Design Blackburn
Eabin Landscape Design | Blackburn Landscape Designers
At Eabin we specialise in providing landscape designs in Blackburn. For over 15 years we’ve been the landscape designers that Blackburn residents turn to because of expert local knowledge and ability to transform gardens.
Whether you need a new garden or a garden renovation, you’re making your outdoor area more enjoyable or you’re preparing for sale, our expert landscape designers will take your vision into account and deliver a design the perfectly suits the environment. Our local knowledge regarding the best landscaping practices in Blackburn is simply unrivalled.
Once we’ve designed your ideal landscape design we can assist in arranging the necessary contractors and council permits to ensure a smooth process. We’ve developed an outstanding reputation within the industry for not just meeting but regularly exceeding our clients expectations. It’s why when you need a landscape design in Blackburn you should always choose Eabin Landscape Design.Phone 03 9877 7973 today
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Our first step is to always work cohesively with you to enable us to understand your vision and desires. We can then produce a landscape design or planting plan that matches your wants with what works best in the Blackburn environment.
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Because we live and work locally to the Blackburn area we’re ideal for all of your landscape design needs. We can produce stunning designs that perfectly fit the surroundings. Our landscape design services are also available in:
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Cloudy Sky Landscaping & Covington Landcare
Serving Seattle, Covington and the Western Washington Region
Phone: (206) 850-1740
If you're looking for high quality and personal service, you've come to the right place. At Cloudy Sky Landscaping we’ll give you the attention and personal service you'll come to expect and enjoy.
Whether your design preference is a flag stone walk way, brick work, pavers, or perhaps a soothing stream, or lilly pool, Cloudy Sky Landscaping & Landcare is your best choice in the Covington, Seattle and Western Washington region for all your landcare preferences.
Cloudy Sky Landscaping & Covington Landcare serving Covington & Seattle WA, specializes in lawn care maintenance, landscaping, tree trimming and pruning as well as fence work for residential and commercial clients locally and throughout the Western Washington region.
Seeding will bring your damaged lawn back to life. Sodding, which are rolls of new grass, is another way to restore your landscape.
During the initial growth period, weed germination is highly probable. Freshly prepared soil and extensive watering will enhance weed germination. It is important to remember that the initial focus is establishing new turf based on its growth conditions and not weed control. Once new turf is established, then the focus switches to weed control through pre- and post-applications, fertilization and general maintenance.
We are known for providing the highest level of quality services at affordable rates. We have years of experience in this industry, so our specialists knows what it takes to make a lawn immaculate.
We can assist you with landscape design ideas. We understand that landscaping is an excellent investment, especially when it is professionally designed, installed and maintained.
We are experts when it comes to making your lawn healthy and beautiful. If you want a green lawn fast, then we are the place to call.
A successful landscape design begins with a properly thought out and professionally designed plan.
Are you looking for space to garden, a larger area to entertain, or simply a place to relax and unwind after a long, hard day.
A professional landscape designer can see the potential of your yard and translate your dreams and ideas into a unique outdoor space.
Our professional experience enables us to choose plants that are suited to your area and provide year around interest.
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Summer Season Pruning with Tree & Shrub Maintenance
Summer is a time where minor pruning will enhance your trees and shrubs. Whether you’re going to prune for size, shape, structure or excessive growth, now is the time to sharpen those tools and get into the garden with confidence!
For this summer class on July 28, 2018, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., we will focus on trees, shrubs, ground covers and roses. Most of the techniques are also applicable to many other plants.
Participants will get an introduction into:
- Identifying when to prune your plants and if it is needed
- The correct tool selection and care
- Best practices for trees, shrubs and groundcovers
- Best methods to correct subpar past pruning practices
- Recognizing diseased and damaged plant materials and using corrective pruning to improve health
- Pest identification and general summer garden maintenance
The workshop will be held at the Chino Basin Water Conservation District, located at 4594 San Bernardino Street, in Montclair. The workshop is free but you need to register for the class. You can register online, click here.


Regent’s Park – Queen Mary’s Garden – Southeast
Queen Mary’s Garden is my favorite part of Regent’s Park. It was created in 1932 and named after Queen Mary (obviously) who was married to King George V. There are around 12,000 roses in the garden and since they’re suppose to bloom in June I’m saving that part of the garden for a later post. I’ll go capture all of those lovely buds and blooms in June along with their bees and other critters that they attract.
So these are the gates to the garden…
And all of their lovely details
This part of the garden is so lovely. There’s a pond full of lovely ducks, willow trees and lovely bridges..
This bridge discourages people from jumping in the water I guess…
There are a number of statues of these little naked babies mucking about with ducks.
This is at the entrance to the rose garden, beautiful bells.
I just love how the British use their green spaces. It’s so common to see this scene when the sun is out.


A windbreak for more shelter in the garden
Windbreaks, a row of trees perpendicular to the wind direction, are often found around farms. Farms are often on an open piece of land and therefore catch a lot of wind. With a windbreak you actually create a kind of mini forest. The trees already catch a large part of the wind before it reaches the garden. Do you have the space? Then trees can save you from a windy yard. Plant a row as close to each other as possible, perpendicular to the wind direction. Trees that are often used for this are oak trees, hawthorns and hazel trees.
Green shelter of hedges from wind
In addition to trees, there are of course other forms of green shelter. For example, hedges are ideal for absorbing the wind in the garden. The higher, the better. Yew, hornbeam or holly are the most suitable plants for hedge formation.
Plants that can withstand strong wind or break wind
When there is a lot of wind in the garden, it is important to choose your plants carefully. Wind can be disastrous for a lot of green bloomers. Therefore, choose plants that can bend in the wind (and not snap right off) and also use them as wind breakers. Consider, for example, ornamental grasses. Bamboo is the perfect example of a plant that can withstand strong winds. In addition, you can also perfectly use bamboo as a ‘green wall’. You then plant it in wide planters to create a wind-free corner in the garden.


Project: Boutique Hotel Kastað
Location: Reykjavik, Iceland
Softwares: Revit, Lumion, Adobe CC
Class: Studio V
Iceland, the land of fire and ice, is a destination in need of a unique space that will melt away with the surrounding landscape. The boutique hotel will serve as an extension of the neighboring experience by greeting visitors with lush greenery, exposing them to fascinating skies and engulfing all with waters of desirable temperatures. The design will focus on the juxtaposition between the comforting interior environment and the exterior elements exposed throughout. Imitating the opposing forces of the Eurasian and the North American tectonic plates, the space evoke a sense of calmness with the use of neutral colors, concrete and wood while contrasted with the use of basalt rock created by the cooling lava from the native volcanoes. Kastað will be designed to synthesize two diverging forces that transcends into a unified experience.


With the help of everyone on the farm we have built what we hope will be a quiet, accessible sensory garden for everyone here and visitors alike.
Sensory gardens are designed to connect people closely with nature. Some are quiet places, designed to be calming, while others are designed to stimulate activity or to be used within therapeutic or educational programmes, we have tried to create elements of all of these within our garden.
We experience everything through our senses and this creates the multi-sensory memories we carry with us. The more senses we engage, the richer the experience and the more we remember. With imaginative sensory design and sensitive attention to detail, a garden becomes a sensory feast.
With the help of volunteers, staff and the people we support we defined a clear idea of what we were aiming to create. We came up with the overall outline of the garden and the accessibility before getting too involved with the detailed design. We wanted the garden to follow a path, culminating in two reflective areas, one a sitting area and one a water feature.
Our workshop replaced all the woodwork and did an incredible job of rebuilding the main structural parts of the garden, including bridges, fences and raised beds.
The garden has now become established, the streams have been relined, the plants and garden has become established and the garden is used by our farm family as a place to relax, reflect and invigorate the senses.


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The early road eastwards was the Old Passes Road and Knysna Road was known as the Victoria Bay road.It was an old wagon route which went only as far as Victoria Bay.
The avenue of gum trees along Knysna Road on the eastern side of George is the remnant of a green border that graced the old Victoria Bay road for many years, and is one of the fine features recalling the history of the 200 year old city.The trees are Eucalyptus ficifolia, the red flowering gum from Australia. It is a decorative tree, not a commercial forestry tree.Research by Lynne Thompson of the Outeniqua Historical Society indicates that the avenue along the old wagon route was planted about 1900.
The trees start flowering after six years, and may grow to hundreds of years old, bearing bunches of attractive flowers every year.In George the trees flower in spring.The avenue along the Victoria road was an impressive sight, and in 1939 the George Herald described the striking beauty of the gum trees, saying that more of the trees should be planted all over George to beautify the town.
Red flowering gum trees were planted in the grounds soon after the forestry college at Saasveld was started in 1934. A magnificent example may be seen right at the entrance to the Saasveld campus of the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University.
Following the government regulations on alien plants published 12 years ago, the planting of new flowering gums is not encouraged. But existing trees may remain, as they are not a threat to the environment. The George Heritage Trust has been asked to provide a set of its distinctive commemorative plaques at the CTM corner on Knysna Road, which marks the start of this fine reminder of the town’s heritage.


Springfest jumpstarts the Season
Springfest is a must go to event every March. The Fairgrounds Conservatory and Greenhouse are filled with vibrant colors and scents of spring. Flowers are forced into bloom for a sneak peak of summer gardens to come in Sussex County. Every year there is a different theme carried into the Springfest Cafe hosted by Krave. I wouldn’t miss it. Here is the scoop:
Hang up the snow shovel and break out the garden gloves – it’s time for all things SPRING! at the 18th annual SPRINGFEST GARDEN SHOW, March 13-16th in the sun-drenched Conservatory at the Sussex County Fairgrounds.
The area’s foremost landscape companies have been busy all winter designing their displays, forcing flowers from winter dormancy, and building the glorious gardens that will inspire you to imagine your own property improved by the latest outdoor- living trend or perhaps a new planting to enhance your homes’ curb appeal.
If you’re considering an outdoor project, visiting a local garden show is a great way to meet with various well-established, respected landscape companies and actually chat with the owners and peruse their portfolios. Springfest President and garden exhibitor David Wright says, “Springfest was created to help showcase the horticultural community. Many of these landscape companies, chosen for their quality work and reputation, have been exhibiting at Springfest for up to 18 years.” In addition to David Wright Landscape Architect LLC, visitors will see diverse gardens created by Hautau Landscaping, Inc., Three Seasons, Inc., Garden State Koi and Aquatic Center, Farmside Landscape & Design, Erik Enterprises Landscaping LLC, and Anthony Group Installers.
It wouldn’t be a ‘Garden Show’ without these displays, so each year these award-winning exhibitors gather their resources and invest weeks of time and truckloads of materials to produce a beautiful venue all for the 4-day show. It is their hope that it inspires visitors to consider the vast options available in gardening and landscaping today. Bring a camera to capture the many ideas, and find help in planning to get the most from your property.
As you stroll through the gardens and pathways at Springfest, be sure to check out the more than 75 charming shops and horticultural services and even take in a lecture or two. Bring the kids to the Kids Plant Your Own Zone, and relax in the beautifully decorated Café.
Springfest Garden Show bursts into bloom March 13-16th, 10am-5pm Daily, at the Sussex County Fairgrounds, 37 Plains Rd. Augusta, NJ. Admissions: Adults $12., Seniors (65+) $9., Kids under 15 free. For more information visit: www.springfestgardenshow.org or call 973-948-9448.


Frederick Law Olmsted: Plans and Views of Communities and Private Estates (Papers of Frederick Law Olmsted) (Hardcover)
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- #7: The Papers of Frederick Law Olmsted, 7: Parks, Politics, and Patronage, 1874-1882 (Hardcover): $90.00
Full of original plans and historic photographs, this beautifully illustrated collection is the first comprehensive presentation of Olmsted's design concepts for communities and private estates.
Silver Winner of the 2021 IBPA Benjamin Franklin Award for Best Coffee Table Book
Master landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted (1822-1903) is renowned for his public parks, but few know the extent of his accomplishment in meeting other needs of society.
Lavishly illustrated with over 500 images, this book presents Olmsted's design commissions for a wide range of projects. The rich collection of studies, lithographs, paintings, and historical photographs depicts Olmsted's planning for residential communities, regional and town plans, academic campuses, grounds of public buildings, zoos, arboreta, and cemeteries. Focusing on living spaces designed to promote physical and mental well-being, the book showcases more than seventy of Olmsted's designs, including the community of Riverside, IL; the Stanford University campus; the U.S. Capitol grounds; the World's Columbian Exposition of 1893; the National Zoo; and George W. Vanderbilt's Biltmore estate.
Illuminating Olmsted's design theory, this volume displays the beautiful plans and reveals the significance of each commission within his entire body of work. Readers concerned with the quality of the environment in which we live and work, as well as architects, landscape architects, urban planners, historians, and preservationists, will find stimulating insights in Plans and Views of Communities and Private Estates.
About the Author
Charles E. Beveridge is the leading U.S. authority on Olmsted and the series editor of The Papers of Frederick Law Olmsted. Lauren Meier is a landscape preservationist and a coeditor of The Master List of Design Projects of the Olmsted Firm, 1857-1979. Irene Mills is a landscape designer. Beveridge, Meier, and Mills are the coeditors of Frederick Law Olmsted: Plans and Views of Public Parks.


For families, fewer things promote togetherness over a day spent playing outside. From baseball tosses to playful football games, the lawn around a home is truly the setting for most childhood memories. Unfortunately, maintaining grass can sometimes be a daunting task, not forgetting awfully expensive.
On account of these setbacks, many owners have right now begun installing artificial grass around their properties. Even though some people will deny the value of synthetic lawns, artificial grass features a large choice of potential benefits, which makes it a priceless replacement for grass. These advantages include:
• Lower maintenance costs. Artificial grass, also known as Astroturf, requires no watering, mowing, or seeding. Although it may be a large short-term expense to setup a manmade lawn, the work will pay for itself only for many years. After that, you will should open your wallet sparingly to book equipment for brushing and vacuuming.
• Artificial grass is extremely beneficial to our environment. Not only will you save a large number of gallons of water each and every year by not having to change on sprinklers, but you’ll also stop encountered with dangerous fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides. Moreover, manmade lawns are generally made of recycled materials, such as used tires. It’s estimated that the average artificial football field uses 45,000 recycled tires!
• Astroturf can be used all day long, each day, throughout the entire year. You may not need to bother about mud after having a big rainstorm or brown grass during winter months. So that as for your itchy grass feeling you obtain after playing within your backyard? No longer will you be scratching away your pain.
• Recent surveys have shown that newer synthetic surfaces are receiving a reduced injury rate compared to those of natural grass surfaces. When artificial grass was first used as a sports playing surface, it triggered a high amount of injuries. Yet, as technologies have continued being more complex, artificial grass has been altered becoming a safer playing surface in comparison with natural grass.
On the whole, artificial grass might be tremendously good to both residential and commercial properties. Be sure to make contact with a synthetic lawn expert to explore this unique substitute for natural grass.
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