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Planting a native hedge is not only worthwhile but a diverse and interesting garden feature in its own right. You'll achieve year-round interest in the form of berries and seeds, flowers and a varied range of foliage, not to mention the increased number of birds, insects and small mammals you will start to see in the garden. A native hedge can be kept to a formal shape if clipped regularly, or it can be left to have a wilder look.


Landscaping can add tremendous beauty and value to your home and can also, provide you with a pleasant hobby. However, without the right type of knowledge, your work may not produce the results that you desire. Follow the tips in this piece to create the type of stunning outdoor environment that you have always wanted.
Before you buy anything, take the time to draw a detailed sketch of your garden. You should know exactly where things go in addition to which order you will proceed to create your landscape. Give yourself a few weeks to review your sketches and make a few changes, if you need to.
Make the most of your landscape by growing a garden suitable for many seasons. Consider using plants that have different seasons for blooming so that you have color year round in your geographic location. You can even choose trees that have beautiful leaves, or evergreen trees that will keep your grounds looking beautiful all year.
Rather than doing too many landscaping jobs at the same time, it is wise to do one project at a time. If you take on too many projects, you are going to end up spending too much money all at once. Taking on one at a time means you can better afford each project.
Use contrast to bring interest to your landscaping. Try to plant items that are very different from each other in color, form and texture. Look at a color wheel, select the colors that are opposite each other and then pair plantings of those colors together. This variety will give a better look to your landscape.
Use stones, and pebbles to decrease the amount of grass on your lawn. Stones and pebbles are attractive additions to any yard, and they do not require regular maintenance. Grass requires regular mowing, watering, and fertilizing. Reducing the amount of grass in your yard can help to save you time, and energy.
When it comes to purchasing landscaping materials, do not always believe that cheaper is better. Yes, these materials will save you money, but most of the time, the quality of these materials is not very good. Ask the employees of the store you go to, which brands are the best.
Time your purchases to save money. Wait until winter to buy lumber and wait until later in the season to buy shrubs, mulch, or trees if possible. When new plants appear on the market, you should wait a few years for prices to drop before you buy them.
Buy on the Internet to get great discounts and enjoy a vast selection of choices. Several websites are available that have great products for an excellent price. It is always wise to check reviews by other customers so that you are confident that the product you are ordering is a good one that is delivered in a proper protective package. Be sure to shop around and compare prices.
By adding some carefully planned landscaping to your home, you have the ability to greatly improve the look and feel of your outdoor spaces. The key is to arm yourself with a good amount of knowledge before you begin to work. Take the ideas in this article to heart, and you will have the power to add beauty and visual appeal to the exterior of your home.


Arnica chamissonis, Chamisso arnica, grows along meadows and creeks in the Southern California Mountains, up trough the Sierras to Alaska and across to Montana. Similar to a regular garden plant in cultivation. In California Chamisso arnica is native between about 5000-11,000 ft. and has done well in the Santa Margarita Nursery site.It's one of those flowers that the deer do not eat and you can water. A native for your "English Garden", along next to a lawn or mountain cabin.
Arnica chamissonis tolerates seasonal flooding and deer.
Arnica chamissonis is great for a butterfly garden.
Arnica chamissonis's foliage color is green-gray and type is deciduous.
Arnica chamissonis's flower color is yellow.
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Iridescent color. The flaming cadmium orange hue glitters like polished chrome. Serrated petal edges add to its 'show-off' status. Tall 4-branched stems produce 8 to 9 buds per stalk. Mid-late season. Grows 39 inches tall.
Zone: 3-9 Light: to Height: 3' 3" Width: 0" Spacing: 0" State Restrictions: AK;AZ;CA;HI
Flower Color: Orange Foliage Color: Green Disease Resistant: No Bloom Time: May-June Common Name: Size Shipped: #1 size bareroot rhizomes


SureSet’s permeable resin bound paving offers designers, contractors, architects and homeowners complete design flexibility enabling you to be as creative as you like with your project.
All our materials are naturally sourced or recycled and range in colour from subtle buffs and browns to vibrant colours from the RAL Chart and all those in between.
SureSet permeable resin bound paving is suitable for both residential and commercial projects and can be used (but not limited to) the following applications:
· Swimming pool surrounds
· Tree pits
· Car parks
· Access road
· Town centres
Resin bound paving provides a smooth and durable surface whether used internally or externally with virtually no maintenance.
Our 21 year guarantee (when installed by a SureSet Installer or Global Partner) covers:
· Loose stone*
· Oil damage*
· Colour change*
· Frost damage*
For large projects or more intricate areas, we would use our professional, skilled Global Partner. However, for smaller areas we offer self-install DIY Kits and TradePacks which contain everything you need to complete a resin bound installation.
For further information on SureSet Permeable Paving visit www.suresetpaving.com or contact us at Hover Trowel.


By far the absolute most popular Indian sandstone paving that I lay has to be the Raj Green patio packs and it’s easy to see why with these colourful slabs.
The first thing I would say is don’t let the name Raj Green put you off! No they are not actually green, although they are suppose to have a tint of green to them, I for one don’t really see it. Expect to see grey slabs with a green tint to them, accompanied by other colours from brown to pink, all carrying their own shades.
The Raj Green Indian sandstone paving slabs are hand split to give a unique riven surface and are available with a natural or sawn edge. Although in my personal opinion, if you opt for the sawn edge then I would recommend using 10mm spacers and using a grouting compound for finishing off with the pointing.
You can also purchase the Raj Green sandstone paving in a variety of sizes when it comes to purchasing packs, with most packs covering 18.5 squared meters. You can get the mixed size patio packs which include 4 different sized slabs which include large rectangles (900x600mm), large squares (600×600), small rectangles (290×600) and small squares (290x290mm). If your after packs of the Raj Green Indian sandstone as single sized patio slabs then these are available in all sizes with the exception of the 290x290mm squares. Oh and an antique tumbled option is also available now!
Is the Raj Green Indian sandstone good value for money?
In my experience, I would say that the Raj Green sandstone is possibly one of, if not the best priced patio slab money can buy with prices starting from the £390 mark for a mixed size patio pack covering 18.5 squared meters, although this is for the non calibrated option.
For ease of laying and better quality, you could opt for the 22mm calibrated Raj Green sandstone paving which will set you back to the £415 mark if you shop around. To be honest, the non calibrated option have depths ranging from 18 to 25mm with 18mm being a little on the thin side for my liking. It’s not a deal breaker as we lay them all the time with no problems, but try and get the calibrated option when purchasing your Raj Green sandstone if you can.
With prices starting from around the £390 mark for 18.5 squares meters, this works out to just £21 per squared meter! You could easily pay double this for competence slabs!
How easy are the Raj Green Indian sandstone to lay?
Natural sandstone is always going to be that little harder to lay due to their riven surfaces especially compared to machine made paving slabs with a smooth finish but I wouldn’t say they are any harder to lay compared to other natural sandstone such as the Mint Fossil or Camel Dust.
If I’m being totally honest, out of each pack you may find 1 or 2 slabs that look brutal with a surface so uneven that your not going to want to put it anywhere anyway. Most of the time your going to have slabs left over so just put these in that pile, and it not then save them for your off cuts.
Purchasing 22mm calibrated Raj Green sandstone patio packs is going to make life easier and will be as strong as any other natural sandstone with us very rarely breaking any when laying which speaks volumes in itself.
An easy to lay sandstone with rarely finding any slabs that you wouldn’t want to lay, with breakages being rare when setting with a rubber mallet.
What do I think about the appearance of the Raj Green Indian sandstone paving?
I think the Raj Green sandstone are the perfect patio for any garden. It doesn’t matter your garden decor, they will fit right in with their mixture of colours. Raj Green definitely has a wider variety of colours and shades compared to other paving slabs that’s for sure!
But be careful! When purchasing packs of natural sandstone paving slabs it’s always recommended to mix the batches up when laying due to there being no guarantee that the colours will match from pack to pack, and we see this most with the Raj Green natural stone.
Sometimes we get packs where most of the paving slabs look a shade of grey, whilst others will have mostly brown or even pink on some occasions. Regardless, they make for a beautiful patio for any garden, but from experience just make sure to mix your paving slabs when laying from pack to pack or else you may end up with a patio with 2 obviously different shades.
No matter the batch, the Raj Green have always looked amazing!
My overall thoughts on the Raj Green Indian sandstone paving…
My overall thoughts? I think the Raj Green sandstone patio slabs really are the perfect choice for any garden. Their wide range of colours and shades will make them fit right in with any garden decor and will be sure to brighten your garden up. They have always been the most popular sandstone we lay and I believe they will continue to be so.
Not only this but for the price you pay, the quality if these natural paving stones are great. A strong natural stone that will rarely give you problems. However…and there is a however…make sure you check with the supplier you purchase these from what their breakage policies are. They are prone to have a few paving slabs damaged prior to being delivered to you (likely by the courier companies) so make sure you take pictures as soon as they arrive to try and get a refund for any damaged paving slabs.
Overall the Raj Green Indian sandstone are a well priced, strong paving slab(s) that give off more colours than the majority of natural paving stones out there give off. Available in many size options, you will be sure to find the perfect patio pack for you with these getting a big thumbs up from me!


Toronto and Evergreen celebrate private donations
TORONTO- Evergreen’s “Don River Valley Park” campaign and the completion of the “first mile” of the Lower Don Master Plan was celebrated in Toronto on Tuesday by a host of dignitaries, including Mayor John Tory was joined by Geoff Cape, CEO of Evergreen Canada, Janie Romoff, General Manager of Toronto Parks, Forestry and Recreation, and Evergreen’s donors and supporters.
Evergreen’s Don River Valley Park campaign was launched last year by Evergreen in partnership with the City of Toronto and the Toronto Regional Conservation Authority. Built on the foundation of the Lower Don Trail Master Plan, the campaign aims to capture the opportunity of the Lower Don to create a “super park” – a massive green space spanning from Evergreen Brick Works south to the mouth of the Don River at Lake Ontario.
“Toronto was built around its ravines. They give the city a unique identity that has defined how our city has grown. This project allows us to celebrate our ravines, talk about the important role they play for our residents, our resilience and our quality of life,” said Mayor Tory. “With the help of private donors, we will continue to make improvements to the Lower Don Valley, like new way-finding signage and entry points that will help residents access and navigate this park.”
Thanks to this innovative funding partnership, key improvements will be visible when the Lower Don Trail re-opens this spring, including a new Pottery Road Bridge and Belleville Underpass, first-of-its-kind parks and trails wayfinding signage, and a new Bayview Multi-Use Trail. Staff will also have completed key planning initiatives including an environmental impact study that will identify areas that can sustain increased programming and a design study for art in the Don Landing.
Staff will also begin work to report to the Parks and Environment Committee on the feasibility of formally designating this area as a City of Toronto park and identifying ways to implement the Lower Don Trail Master Plan.
“Together we are creating a true legacy project,” said Andy Chisholm, Don River Valley Park Campaign Chair. “Our shared vision will help restore and revitalize the ravines, creating distinctive spaces with improved ecology and access, while introducing cultural initiatives like the new public art program to be launched in 2017.”
This first phase of the Don River Valley Park campaign has been made possible by a foundational donation by Frances and Tim Price, and major investments by Andy Chisholm and Laurie Thomson, the Jackman Family, Judy and Wilmot Matthews, Kelly and Senator Michael Meighen and Trans Canada Trails.
Support from donors, partners
“Thanks to the extraordinary support and dedication of our donors and partners, we are giving Torontonians and visitors to our great city greater access to the incredible greenspace that is the Lower Don,” said Evergreen CEO Geoff Cape.
Since the project launch in 2015, Evergreen and the City of Toronto have brought together landscape architects and designers, urban planners, City and Toronto Region Conversation Authority staff, artists and university students to reimagine a new “Don Valley Neighbourhood.” A centrepiece of the city’s ravine system, this area is a backyard to more than 250,000 residents and another 60,000 as part of the growing residential developments in the West Don Lands, East Bayfront, Central Waterfront and Downtown.
With ongoing community consultations, the City of Toronto, Evergreen and partners will continue to enhance the vibrancy of this green corridor by implementing a series of open-space improvements, protecting existing habitats and restoring healthy natural functions in the Lower Don watershed. In 2017, Evergreen will launch a unique, nature-inspired public art program featuring site-specific artist-led projects that respond to and respect the location, ecology and history of Evergreen Brick Works and the Lower Don. Details will be announced in early 2017.
Torontonians are invited to share their ideas for the Don River Valley Park by visiting http://donrivervalleypark.ca or engaging with the campaign on social media by following @DRVP_TO and using the hashtag #superpark.


could do this toward road and in corner at end of deck.would look very nice with table and chairs would seat a lot for dinner. Just steps from the patio is a serene sitting area with native Florida plants.
Over 151 people liked this! Romantic Cottage Style or Victorian Style Greenhouse. A tiny garden house made from recycled vintage windows. ShabbyChic little house. Perfect for historic backyard. Magical potting shed.


Kadoorie Avenue, Hong Kong
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Following a recent trip to China, we were commissioned by the Kadoorie Trust to re-energise the prestigious Kadoorie Estate in Kowloon.
Developed in 1931 on a bare hillside by the Hong Kong Engineering & Construction Co, the estate is renowned as one of the most illustrious places to live in Hong Kong, especially given detached houses are something of a rarity. The landscaping is tired and in need of a new master plan planting strategy, plus there is a desire to create a sense of modernity that will greatly complement the charming colonial properties.


Unlike conventional asphalt, loose gravel driveways or block paving, resin is easier to maintain, great for drainage and has a colour option and finish to suit every home.
At Sublime Resin Driveways we have a vast range of resin bound colours and finishes available which provides you with full flexibility to design a driveway or path to really suit your property. We have a vast range of naturally sourced resin made up of gravel, shingle, quartz and crushed granite aggregate which is then set in strong durable resin.
Just like at every other stage of the process, our talented team will help you choose the right option for you.
At Sublime Resin Driveways we help you create a lasting and robust driveway that enhances the look of your whole property. Our resin driveways are designed to withstand repeated use and tough weather and will look pristine for many years after installation.


Kind words from clients and contractors.
"Working with Abby to design our front and back yard has been an absolute pleasure. With little guidance, she took our conceptual thoughts and ideas and transformed them into a beautiful design that completely matches our vision. She took a very proactive approach and not only delivered our landscaping plans, but also worked directly with our pool contractor to finalize our spa and pool design. She streamlined the entire process and now we have a cohesive design for our landscaping, hardscaping and structural additions. Abby has made my life easier - she set up meetings with our builder, made calls to our HOA board, researched leach field requirements, and collaboratively worked with our other contractors. Her creative vision combined with all things "landscaping" has made this process painless and enjoyable. All I had to do was give her our lot specifications and our HOA guidelines and she gave us our dream yard!"
Spruce Meadows, Broomfield
"We are so glad we chose Botanical Living to design our back yard. Abby is professional and her expertise in design and planting was very helpful. We love that she provided us a hard and soft copy of the design; this made it so easy to submit to our HOA and hand over to our landscaper.
We were also impressed with Abby's plant knowledge. We wanted a low-maintenance back yard, but wanted it to look beautiful. Her vision came to life better than we thought and her corner fire pit design is a huge hit with our family. Our house has a wonderful outdoor living space because of Abby's beautiful design."
Collier's Hill, Erie
"I truly can’t say enough about Botanical Living. Abby met with us and listened to what we liked and she created a master plan that was PERFECT for us. After years of struggling to come up with a vision for our home landscaping, she came in and just nailed it. She created such a beautiful and individual plan just for us, not just like every other home on the block. We continue to receive compliments on our new front yard and patio. Thank you, Abby, from the bottom of our hearts. You are so talented!!!!"
The Preserve @ McKay Shores, Broomfield
"Abby is amazing to work with! She is professional, helpful, timely and accommodating. We contracted her to help design a deck (including fire feature), patio/outdoor kitchen and landscaping for our back yard. We wanted a little of everything, but had little vision and limited space. She helped create a design that maximized the space and included the features we wanted while taking all of the HOA requirements into account. Her vision provided us with a plan we could work on in phases as our budget allowed. She also presented her work in such a way that we could easily send it to our HOA for quick review and approval. It included all of the details they needed and we received several compliments for the thorough submission from the Design Review Committee.
Every time we reached out to Abby with a question or a request during our construction, she responded within the same day and provided us with solution-oriented feedback that was much appreciated in the middle of our installation.
We would highly recommend Abby to anyone. Her work and the experience of working with her were the highlight of our backyard project.
Silver Leaf, Broomfield
“One of the major factors that attracted us to Abby’s company was she worked independently from the many design-build landscape firms in the Front Range. Knowing that our design was very intricate, the ability for Abby to have the construction bid by several firms ensured we received maximum value for our budget.
After initial consultation, she was able to translate our vision into a solid design brief that included a balanced site plan, an image book and several color renderings. This process allowed us to see exactly what the final product would look like before work began and make adjustments as needed.
Once the project was underway, Abby monitored the daily progress to ensure that the final vision was executed precisely. Her creativity, commitment and ongoing communication gave us not only peace of mind but the backyard we always wanted! We were so pleased with the final result we also had her design a new landscape plan for our vacation home in Palm Springs.”
Huntington Trails, Westminster
"Abby Rupsa is the best when it comes to landscape designs. We work with many designers and often times, designs need to be adjusted slightly before being brought to life, but that is not the case with Abby. She thinks of everything from materials colors to elevations and even comes out to the job sites and ensures plants and boulders are placed perfectly. It's all about the details and she makes our installations a breeze."
Fernando and Myrna
A Sharper Image Landscaping


Log Border Flowerbed Stones, concrete and horizontal wooden beams are common flowerbed borders, but what about vertical logs? Sometimes injecting a bit of the unexpected delights the senses. The height of the border and the silver-white hue of the wood are two eye-catching reasons to give this idea a try!
Sculpted Shrubs Trimmed hedges evoke the magic of an English garden. For a twist on this classic technique, try planting the shrubs inside of the flowerbeds, then tame them into sphere-like forms for a contemporary look that’s full of charm.
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Because the area between Borough Hall and Brooklyn Bridge Park just isn't wacky enough, Borough President Marty Markowitz and the Downtown Brooklyn Partnership recently launched Downtown Brooklyn Commons, inviting a bunch of renderings and animations from architecture and design students at City College, NYC College of Technology, NYU's Polytechnic Institute, and the Pratt Institute of what parkland and open space in the area could look like. Among the ideas: a bikeway for the Brooklyn Bridge?which got Marty talking about aerial bike lanes?gardens at Borough Hall, and a Brooklyn Waterfront Research Center. We gathered some renderings of the students' proposals for the gallery above. What looks good, DoBro?
· 'Brooklyn Commons' Seeks an Uncommon Downtown [BK Paper]


We are planting for the future at Spring Grove Nursery! We invite you to enjoy some pics around the nursery during our annual tree planting days. Featured in this video are some clips of planting Rugged Ridge & Redpointe Maples from J. Frank Schmidt Nursery. We also highlight planting Exclamation London Planetree, Oaks from Kuenzi Nursery, & unloading liners from Carlton Plants. Enjoy!


Common Name: Loblolly Bay
- Habit: Tree
- Light: Full Sun (5+ hrs. direct sun)
- Water Needs: Average, Moist, Wet
- Height: 30+’
- Flower: White, May-Aug.
- Fruit: Brown seed capsules
- Fall Color: No
- Natural Habitat: Bog, Floodplain/Marsh, Riparian, Mesic Forests
Gordonia lasianthus, also known as Loblolly Bay, is an evergreen tree that ranges in size from 30-60ft depending on the moisture content of the soil. Large, waxy flowers are produced during the spring and summer months. These fragrant, white flowers have five petals surrounding a group of yellow stamens making them visually similar to the Cherokee Rose. The blooms open individually rather than all at once which provides interest all season long.
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Warm-season grass - light to medium green color, course
leaf texture, creeping growth habit via stolons - robust, fast
growing, establishes rapidly - level of maintenance is low to moderate.
Well adapted to coastal regions with hot, tropical climates
- used in residential, commercial, and industrial landscapes.
Thrives in heat, adjusting well to temperatures up to
105%F - goes dormant and turns a tan color during winter when
temperatures drop below 55%. Very poor low temperature hardiness.
Excellent to fair - wide range in drought avoidance among
varieties. Can go into summer dormancy when irrigation is withheld:
upon return of moisture it will green up again.
Moderate- rapid, resilient and stoloniferous growth habit.


The park is located in the median on 14th Street SE between U and V Streets and has been the centerpiece of the community since it was built in 1913. But it was showing its age: Neglect had turned it into more of an eyesore than a gathering space. The project committee recognized and understood that historic preservation was key to revitalizing the space and they worked had to retain some of its unique and historic characteristics. Over the course of seven years, St. Philip’s Church worked with an amazing array of organizations to bring their vision of community revitalization through the revitalization of a neighborhood park in the Anacostia Historic District. And finally, in the Spring of 2011, the groundbreaking was enthusiastically celebrated by all involved: The Anacostia Garden Club, Casey Trees, DC Commission on the Arts, Councilman Marion Barry, District Department of Transportation (DDOT), Green Spaces for DC, Main Street Anacostia and, of course, Father Lewis of St. Philip’s and the Friends of Old Market House Square Park.
Today Old Market House Square includes a meditation and reading area, a kiosk with community info, a welcome sign for the Anacostia Historic District, specially commissioned public art and a community stage resulting in a dynamic public space. Residents can match wits on the built-in chess tables, read to children on colorful mushroom shaped seats or reflect quietly on the distinctive Nature Sacred bench made from recycled 200-year-old pickle barrel wood. New lighting, benches, paths, handicap ramps, grass and trees were all added to enhance the space. DDOT installed new sidewalks, curbs and repaved the surrounding streets.
Old Market House Park adds quality of life in the Historic Anacostia neighborhood and is another example of what can be accomplished when city services, residents and community organizations work together. Well-kept parks such as this make neighborhoods feel safer, serve as a community gathering place and allows for residents the ability to enjoy the outdoors.


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Erosamat Type 1 erosion control mats consist of a dense mesh of jute fibres and are designed to reduce erosion by absorbing the impact of rain bombardment and reducing run-off velocity, thereby helping prevent erosion from occurring.
The seeds for the required vegetation are usually laid beneath the Erosamat erosion control mat, although it is also possible to hydro-seed over the top of the sheet once installed. The mat protects the soil until the seeds have germinated and a root system is established, thereafter the Erosamat Type 1 slowly biodegrades to release nutrients and improve the soil quality whilst the root structure protects the soil.
Jute construction offers an environmentally friendly solution to short-term erosion control applications where vegetation is supported
Ancillaries / Fixing Pins
- Biopins (150mm long) as shown in the image.
- Fixing pins (300 mm long) supplied in boxes of 500.
- Longer pins are required for loose soils, please enquire.
Typical Client Profile
- Commercial growers
- Environment agency
- Local Authority Planning Departments
- Water companies
- Utility companies


New wellbeing garden opens at Bradford Royal Infirmary
A brand new garden – made in Bradford, for Bradford – has opened at Bradford Royal Infirmary (BRI) for staff, patients and visitors to enjoy!
The fantastic outdoor space, next to Costa on the BRI’s main concourse, was designed by Chris Clarke, Head Gardener at Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (BTHFT), and produced in-house by the Estates Grounds team.
The beautiful area offers everyone ample space for the chance to relax, reflect and enjoy the lovely weather in a calm environment.
Chris said: “As part of my job interview when applying for BTHFT, I drew up the design for this garden for providing a space for the welfare of staff. My inspiration for the garden came from an Italian café garden with Cyprus trees and terracotta pots, which would be well-suited next to Costa on our concourse. I had no idea my designs would end up actually being used for the actual project!
“I’m proud of myself and the team for contributing a small part to the welfare of others, with something we can leave behind at the hospital for everyone to benefit from. I’m delighted to hear it’s very popular and well-used already.”
After months of planning, the project started in February 2023 with colleagues from the Trust’s Estates teams handling the labour involved and putting in the hours – even on weekends.
The garden was created for patients, visiting families and staff to enjoy and relax in for their wellbeing. Plans are in place to develop other spaces around the Trust’s hospitals for this purpose too.
Estates Manager, Paul Noble added: “We’re proud of the hard work and dedication from all our colleagues involved – from inception to end product, the project was done as a team in-house. All the plastic used in the garden was from recycled plastic and we sourced all the materials and products from local suppliers. The garden is truly made in Bradford, for Bradford!”


butchart gardens, vancouver island - everyone who has ever visited these outstanding gardens in Victoria, BC go home with visions of this in their back yard ! Many dream . The Butchart Gardens . heaven on earth.
The spectacular views of the wisteria flowers at Kawachi Fuji Gardens, in Kitakyushu, Japan is another shining example of Japanese perception of beauty and arch . Surreal Wisteria Flower Tunnel in Japan ,Chinadaily Forum
The Lucky Tree of Chapel Rock ~ Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, Michigan ~ Kuriositas. Click the pic to see pics of this tree from different angles and for an explanation of how this tree has defied the odds against it.


Our border design service focuses on the plants. We specialise in designing borders rather than whole garden design as that is our passion.
Give us an empty border and we will create for you a design that is realistic, allowing the plants the room to grow and the border to improve with time.
We can also assist in improving existing borders where they may need a little tweaking to make them work well, or where they may have just run out of steam due to age.
Consultations start from £50.00 locally
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Problems With Invasive Roots
The roots would be on the top 2 feet of the soil wherein the foremost vitamins and minerals and water are held. On clay soils the roots could be even shallower, around a foot. The root spread is quite small depends on the scale of the tree. For a 67-foot tree, leading roots basically spread approximately 30 feet outward.
Secondly, what sort of roots do cypress bushes have? Type. Like such a lot cypress trees, Italian cypress timber are anchored by way of a fibrous root system. Fibrous roots branch out fairly calmly through the soil, creating a matting community in the suitable layer of soil.
Additionally to understand is, do leylandii have deep roots?
Its roots, for example, do not cross deep. “Leylandii roots can trigger limitation in drains or block gutters if they are too just about buildings, yet they are not as undesirable as a standard tree because their roots are relatively shallow,” says Roy McClure, a surveyor stylish in Richmond, Surrey.
What kills Leyland cypress trees?
Cankers and needle blight that kill off portions of the tree normally ail Leyland cypresses and usually times lead to its premature death. The shear quantity of Leyland cypresses within the panorama has brought on those lethal illnesses to spread like wildfire, killing many trees.
What is the lifespan of a Leyland Cypress tree?
It receives part sun. In line with Dirr’s Manual of Woody Panorama Plants, the Leyland Cypress, whilst being a fast grower, is not long-lived. They suggest 10 to 20 years as a possible lifespan.
What can I plant instead of Leyland cypress?
For those who want a tall slim conifer similar in shape to Leyland cypress, think about Arizona cypress (Cupressus arizonica) for dry websites in full solar or ‘Green Giant’ arborvitae (Thuja plicata ‘Green Giant’) for moist, yet good drained, fertile sites in full sun. Eastern cedar (Cryptomeria japonica) makes a fine
Is my Leyland cypress tree dead?
Some cypress leaves are flattened needles whilst other resemble the scaly leaves of Thuya trees. Yellowing needles point out a healthiness issue, browning needles mean that the problem has emerge as serious. In case your cypress tree’s needles have all became brown or fallen, the tree is maybe dead.
Does reducing cypress knees harm the tree?
Dig down around a knee some inches deep. Use a pruning saw (check at your local nurseries) to cut the knee off an inch or two lower than the soil surface. This will not do any harm the tree. The hammer or maul would additionally work, yet is extra unsafe to the roots.
Are Italian cypress roots invasive?
Italian Cypress Care While the roots of the Italian Cypress aren’t invasive, the tree does has two foes which will easily kill it: the spider mite and over-watering. Maintain the soil around the tree well-drained, watering set up timber a couple of times a month.
Can you retain Italian cypress small?
Italian Cypress trees are evergreens with a tall, narrow appearance. Instead, it is a narrow, column-like tree. In case you allow it, Italian Cypress will grow to a top of 40 feet. However, pruning it is going to maintain it to the desired height.
How a lot do Leyland cypress trees cost?
Leyland Cypress Bushes Length Price 2 TO 3 FEET TALL $39.95 three TO four FEET TALL $59.95 four TO 5 FEET TALL $99.95 5 TO 6 FEET FALL $119.95
How do you secretly kill leylandii?
Using Caustic Soda. The style to do that is to go away a stump with the aid of cutting the trunk and then killing the stump by way of digging around the roots and slinging caustic soda into that part. Get rid of free limbs from the plant earlier than falling it.
What is the legal peak of leylandii trees?
The owner of the hedge cannot be forced to chop the hedge under 2 metres in top or to take away it entirely.
Will leylandii grow lower back after cutting?
It is not wise to chop Leylandii hedge again beyond the golf green growth, they do not regrow and the cut region remains brown and unattractive. The peak of the hedge could be reduced with the aid of a couple of 0.33 to about 2 metres, a practicable height.
How far can you scale down leylandii?
How narrow can I retain my Leylandii hedge? If you trim your Leylandii hedge each year, you can retain it as slender as 18 inches (45cm). Just trim it returned to a similar width per annum from the start.
How do you reduce the peak of a leylandii hedge?
With Leylandii, you may cut down the height but be cautious approximately trimming the sides of the hedge or Leylandii trees. Always leave the fairway foliage at the sides of the hedge as Leylandii won’t shoot again from the older, brown wooden (see below).
How nearly the house can a tree be?
about 15 feet


Chestnut trees come in different types including American chestnut, Chinese chestnut, Allegheny chinkapin, Japanese chestnut and European chestnut. Chestnuts are used in a number of recipes as nuts or can be ground into chestnut flour and then used. The chestnut tree differs from other crop trees, such as cherries, apples or peaches, in that it does not require a regular yearly pruning. Prune chestnuts within the first five to 10 years of planting to shape the tree.
Prune broken, damaged or diseased branches on the chestnut trees at any time. Remove cut branches from the area under the tree to prevent any problems spreading.
Cut away any suckers or growth on the base of the tree trunk. Never cut more than 1/3 of the chestnut tree annually.
Prune only branches of at least 1 inch in diameter. Leave the base of the branch, known as the branch collar, when making cuts.
Cut the lower branches on the tree to clear the first 8 feet of the trunk. Do this over several seasons until completed. Prune the chestnut only when required after this time.
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Broad Buckler Fern
Deciduous, Ferns, Semi-evergreen
One of the largest genera of ferns, with well over 100 species from many parts of the world. Used in shade or woodland gardens, where their fronds contrast nicely with the foliage of other plants, especially large-leafed sorts such as hostas and hydrangeas. Wood ferns grow best in rich soil with plenty of organic matter and regular moisture. They tolerate dry shade.Dryopteris dilatata
From western and central Europe. Usually deciduous. Vigorous grower 3 to 4 ft. high and wide, with rich green fronds that are broadly triangular. Stalks and midribs are covered in dark brown scales. Adaptable and easy to grow.
This American species grows 40 ft. tall with a rounded crown that may spread 25 ft. has become nearly ...
From Europe. Leaves have no obvious stems. Elegant plant to 1 ft. tall,1 1/2 ft.wide, blooming Christm...
From northern Iran. To 8–12 in. high, with nearly evergreen foliage. Flowers have yellow sepals ...


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Box Gardening – One of the easiest and most affordable approaches to highlight your creative garden skills is through package gardening. Many desirable gardens are shaped in bins of varied patterns and sizes. It can be a single package consisting of various small crops, or various decorative bins consisting of various plants. There is no restrict to how you can use them. Furthermore, box garden also covers the issue of limited space. It’s inexpensive, easy to set up and keep, no hassle while moving or relocating making package gardening certainly one of typically the most popular backyard ideas.
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I am setting up a garden, not too big, just at my backyard. I am aiming for a asian garden inspired, but do you think adding up hammock will make it better?
A hammock sounds a good idea in the summer, but not here in the UK just now! Brrr!!!
Hammock always sounds good for me. I don't see anything wrong in mixing different styles for your garden as long as you like it. Are you going for Japanese style garden?


Today we visited Woburn Abbey Gardens in Bedfordshire. It is well signed off of the A5.
Woburn village itself is a lovely place to have a walk around and it also boasts a fantastic safari park which we didn't visit this time round but have been to before and is also well worth a visit.
As you turn into the entrance for Woburn Abbey Gardens, you pay at a toll booth that you drive up to and then there is a 2 mile drive to the house and gardens through the deer park which is lovely and you can usually see many different breeds of deer very easily.
You eventually come to the car park and enter by foot through a small gift shop. Also in this area is a cafe and a small area where plants are sold.
As you enter the gardens themselves there is a large pond with Koi Carp in it and filled with lily pads. This faces the Chinese Dairy.
There is a very Chinese inspired feel to the gardens overall with a fantastic maze which at its centre has a small Chinese style structure and there is a Chinese Grotto too.
The gardens have lots of different areas to explore from a small kitchen garden to ponds, a sculpture gallery, tropical green house, an aviary, a grotto filled with shells and many other surprises.
The Abbey itself is also very interesting and has a whole room of Canaletto's famous paintings of Venice.


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Verna wins Best Housing Partnership at British Homes Awards 2023
Verna at Acton Gardens, the latest phase of our 3,463-home regeneration scheme with L&Q and Ealing Council, has been awarded Best Housing Partnership at this year’s British Homes Awards.
These prestigious awards recognise excellence and innovation in the British housebuilding industry, focusing on architectural design, interior design, build quality and innovation showcased by one-off houses through to major developments. The British Awards judges gave the following praise to the project: "The winning scheme showcased how high-quality design in this partnership was present throughout. We were particularly drawn to the street activation and how the scheme engaged with the wider area.”
Designed by GRID Architects, Verna at Acton Gardens in west London contains 210 high-quality, tenure blind new homes, which all enjoy a private balcony, terrace, or garden space. The win for Verna recognises the contribution of the joint venture between Countryside Partnerships and L&Q, in partnership with Ealing Council, which is delivering the 3,463-home regeneration masterplan for Acton Gardens, with a 50/50 split between private and affordable homes.
At Verna, several different housing types of duplexes and lateral apartments form a secluded development around a communal podium. Gently sloping pathways weave terraced planters to provide level access between the two levels, making it inclusive for people of all abilities. The duplexes recreate familiar terrace streets with front doors & gardens to encourage people to meet and mix.
The island nature of the site creates good levels of sunlight, so GRID Architects have optimised this to create dual aspect apartments, green roofs, courtyard planting and native plant species to enhance biodiversity. The balcony balustrades feature an elegant, perforated oak leaf pattern – a play on the name Acton, which is derived from the Old English for ac (oak) and tun (farm).
This success at the British Homes Awards is testament to the hard work of our team and a reflection of the positive impact that the high-quality design and innovation of our schemes, like Acton Gardens, is having on local communities.


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Lava Walls and Landscaping in Hawaii
by Don and Peggy Doman
They always say, "Fences make good neighbors." I think that's a phrase from New England where their have tons of stone walls separating farms. On the big island of Hawaii, stones are pretty much non-existant, but lava, whoa that's a nother story.
In Hawaii, you can see the results of walls built by amateur individuals and professional crews. Sometimes wall just end, and sometimes the define a yard, a territory or even just a viewpoint. On the big island, all the ground you walk on pretty much had its origins as lava. I really enjoyed seeing the variety of uses of lava and my favorite landscaping involved landscaping around unique efforts of mother nature combines with a strong back and a keen mind.
I admire the people who create nice lava features, but I did not envy them. While most Hawaiians thought the daily seventy-nine degrees of November as fairly cool, to me I felt each degree above sixty as an extra burden. To hump and hall chunks of lava is more that I would ever consider, but, oh, how I enjoy seeing the results.
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San Miguel de Allende [translation] - On Wednesday, a group of professionals presented an alternative project that had been presented to the municipal government for their consideration on respecting the trees, however it can still be adapted to current conditions.
The linear park “Cachinches” was presented by Toniclab Arquitectura in collaboration with Engineer Arturo Morales Tirado, Architect Alejandro Castro and Architect Carlos Bautista Rodríguez.
They propose an inclusive, systemic and holistic project that includes the restoration of the channel and the creation of a park lining the Cachinches Creek, from the Obraje Dam to the Allende Dam, at different stages and in accordance with the 17 millennium objectives (SDG )
The trees that were along Guadalupe Avenue were integrated into the sustainable architectural urban ecological project, along with plans to increase the presence of plant species by means of conservation or increased environmental services.
The project details the removal of the slabs of reinforced concrete that are currently along the creek in order to recover and restore the river, the area would be redesigned on two separate levels--the street and the stream.
Pedestrian, cyclist and the urban transport are prioritized, as indicated by the mobility pyramid.
Current situation of the Cachinches creek.
The design is based on constant interaction with water, helping to create an awareness about its use and care.
Its construction is environmentally friendly, using sustainable extraction materials and allowing the permeability of rainwater.
The project was presented in a timely manner to Mr. Francisco Correa, so far however, no response has been provided by the authorities.
The professionals point out this project has great benefits such as:
- The creation of a new public space developed with international avant-garde and quality practices for the entire population.
- The conservation of existing environmental services, which are irreplaceable.
- The generation of new environmental services.
- The restoration of the riverine ecosystem and with it the terrestrial and aquatic biomes.
- The increase in the value of land on the riverbank and eventually in surrounding areas.
- The visual improvement of the area
- The improvement in air and water quality
- The considerable improvement in security issues.
This project sets a precedent in the collaboration between citizens and government towards a climate of peace, guarantor of citizen rights of participation in the political and economic life of their environment.


The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum is about to get a facelift.
reports that the Rock Hall has announced plans to redo its entry plaza and add green grass, new lighting, picnic tables, a concert stage and an outdoor café. Big red metal letters will spell out "Long Live Rock."
These plans head to the Downtown/Flats Design Review Committee on Thursday and the City Planning Commission on Friday. Plans to redesign main exhibit areas are also in the works.
The plaza’s facelift will complement ROCK BOX
, a permanent outdoor installation that will pay tribute to Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees. That project involves placing multiple clusters of custom speakers throughout downtown Cleveland. Conceived by Cleveland Institute of Art graduate Mark Reigelman, ROCK BOX aims to “combine visual and auditory experiences in a series of compositions” along East 9th Street.
The Rock Hall hopes to have Phase 1 finished by early summer for the Republican National Convention when the Rock Hall will be the epicenter for many RNC meetings and parties.


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Web most hydrangea species generally have a fast growth rate. Wild hydrangea is 3 to 5 feet high and wide. I have had hydrangeas planted for about 4 years in my front garden.
Web The Amount Of Sunlight That Hydrangeas Get Can Significantly Impact Their Growth.
Hydrangeas do best in moist soil and can wilt in hot. Water with rainwater to keep hydrangeas blue. Web the average growth rate is 25 inches (63 cm) per year.
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Web Growth Rate Of Hydrangeas.
The growth rate of your hydrangeas is contingent upon many factors including climate, sun exposure, watering, and fertilizing. Soil that is too wet can lead to. Propagate by seed or stem cutting.
There Are Many Cultivars And Varieties That Offer Different Growing Habits For.
Hydrangeas grown from seed will bloom their first or second spring. Avoid planting it on hot, dry, exposed sites. This will help clear any leaf litter.


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What is the fastest growing tree for privacy? What are the fastest-growing trees for privacy? Hybrid poplar tops the list. It can grow upwards of five feet per year. The Leyland cypress, green giant arborvitae, and silver maple are all close seconds because they add about two feet to their height each year.
What is the best tree for privacy?
- Eastern Redcedar. For a large, rugged privacy tree that provides full coverage, the Eastern Redcedar is the conifer for you.
- Hybrid Willow Tree.
- Leyland Cypress.
- Spartan Juniper.
- Sky Pencil Holly.
- Green Giant Thuja (Arborvitae)
- Emerald Green Thuja (Arborvitae)
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What is the cheapest privacy tree?
- Spartan Juniper. (Juniperus chinensis ‘Spartan’)
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- Italian Cypress. (Cupressus sempervirens)
- Leyland Cypress Tree. (Cupressus)
- Thuja Green Giant.
- Dense Spreading Yew.
- ‘Ever Red’ Loropetalum.
What to plant to block neighbors?
- Keep Prying Eyes Out. 1/16. You don’t need a fence to maintain your privacy when you can block your nosy nextdoor neighbor from peering into your yard with the help of plants.
- Arborvitae. 2/16.
- Bamboo. 3/16.
- Skip Laurel. 4/16.
- Privet. 5/16.
- Holly. 6/16.
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Betula ermanii 'Kwanak Weeping'
(Weeping Birch) A rare small tree, Betula ermanii 'Kwanak Weeping' has beautiful creamy white peeling bark and with the branches gently pendulous, particularly on the tips.
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A rare small tree, Betula ermanii 'Kwanak Weeping' has beautiful creamy white peeling bark and with the branches gently pendulous, particularly on the tips. The specimen in our arboretum has attractive green leaves which turn handsome shades of yellow in autumn before falling.
Betula ermanii 'Kwanak Weeping' seems to be quite a bit slower growing than many of the other birches here and our nine year old plant has reached a height of only approx 10 - 13 ft.
- Position: Full sun or partial shade.
- Soil: Any fertile soil.
- Hardiness: Hardy.
- Rate of Growth: Moderate.
- Habit: Betula ermanii grows to be a small branching tree with gently pendulous branches.
- Height: eventually up to 8 - 10 m (26 - 32 ft) in many years
- Spread: 6 - 8 m (20 - 26 ft)
- How Much Sun
- Partial or Dappled Shade, Full Sun
- Mature Size
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- Growing Conditions
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The Outdoor Discovery Center Macatawa Greenway announced the next phase of habitat improvements in the Macatawa Marsh, planned to begin early April.
The Outdoor Discovery Center Macatawa Greenway announced the next phase of habitat improvements in the Macatawa Marsh, planned to begin early April. A prescribed fire will be used in conjunction with other efforts to continue improving wildlife habitat and sediment capture within the marsh.
PlantWise LLC from Ann Arbor has been contracted to manage the prescribed fire this spring. PlantWise has conducted prescribed fires throughout the State including burns for the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, Zeeland Public Schools, Herman Miller Inc., ODC Nature Preserve and many more organizations.
The focus of the prescribed fire is to combat non-native species which decrease the biodiversity of the marsh and reduce the water filtration and floodplain effectiveness of the wetland area. Removing the non-native species with the aid of a prescribed fire will allow these areas to be reclaimed by native plants and will improve the function of the marsh as a filter for the river.
The burn team is working with the City of Holland, Holland Township, Holland Fire Department, Department of Natural Resources and ODC staff.
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Vote for Kensington Gardens to win Green Flag Award
Park visitors across the UK are being given the chance to decide which Green Flag parks should receive a People’s Choice Award for being the UK’s favourites.
In July this year, the experts had their say and Hyde Park & Kensington Gardens succeeded in retaining their Green Flag status with some of the highest marks awarded in the scheme. The judges feedback included:
‘'The park’s rich landscape heritage is appropriately integrated into how it is both managed and used; staff and key stakeholders appreciate its relevance and make good use of it for activities and events.''
''There is an excellent diversity of horticultural heritage, including wilder and naturalised areas, like relic meadows, tree clusters and avenues.’'
Now, it is up to the nation to choose which 10 parks and green spaces should receive a coveted People’s Choice award.
Simon Richards, Head of Parks Operations at The Royal Parks, said: “Whether you enjoy visiting our parks to soak up the historic natural environment, enjoy world-class events, exercise in beautiful surroundings or simply get away from the hustle and bustle of London, now’s your chance to celebrate your incredible park by voting for it to be recognised as one of the nation’s favourites.”
Paul Todd, Green Flag Award Manager, added: “The People’s Choice award is a chance to show how much your favourite park means to you. If it’s worth shouting about, make your voice heard and vote now.”
Please encourage others to get involved, by forwarding this email and sharing on social media using the hashtag #PeoplesChoice.
Voting is open now and closes on 30 September, with the top 10 sites being announced on 16 October.


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Building an oversize playhouse ended up being a fantastic idea. The kids enjoy it all day, and in the evening after they go to bed, it's the perfect place for my husband and I to relax with a glass of wine. I made a point of planting lots of evergreens and winter-blooming plants to ensure year-round pretty views. And because my husband and I hate mowing the lawn, we decided to get rid of ALL of the grass.
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The drive to keep up with the Joneses is a time-honored tradition, but chances are, the Joneses have a better yard than you do. While beautiful landscaping often catches the eye of people visiting passing by a property, many people don't put much work into perfecting their own yard. Read this article to see what you can do for your landscape. pool drain cover
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Consider using granite for surfaces on outdoor kitchen areas you may be planning to add to your landscaping. Even though marble and other materials may cost less, you are able to put hot items on granite without having to worry about getting ruined. Plus, it does not need a lot of upkeep.
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The vision to create a 650 metre long bench was partly funded by CABE’s Sea Change funding, a capital grants programme for regeneration in seaside resorts together with private charitable donations.
Using traditional timber boardwalks as its inspiration, the design team collaborated with a local junior school to develop the concept of an undulating, slatted bench which follows the seafront promenade for more than half a kilometre. The continuous structure weaves around lamp posts, bends behind bins and drops to the ground to allow access between the beach and the green. Two bronze-finished shelters have open views of the sea framed by the looping bench. The completed project is both an exciting visual work of art as well as practical in its purpose.
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City of Elkhart seeking community feedback on downtown project
ELKHART, Ind. – The city of Elkhart will hold an open house in the Common Council Chambers July 9 at 5:15 p.m. regarding a placemaking project for the Civic Plaza and Central Park.
The purpose of the project is to improve how the space is used for daily and special events as well as to create a vibrant civic place.
The public meeting on July 9 will showcase the most popular features determined through public input, primarily focusing on enhancements to the green space.
The city will also unveil a preliminary design.
Representatives of urban design team Rundell Ernstberger Associates (REA) as well as City staff will be available at the open house to answer questions and collect feedback.
Feedback from the open house will have an impact on the final design concept, according to Rundell Ernsterger Associates.
The project is expected to be finished in three phases. Construction on Phase One should begin by the end of 2019.
The city of Elkhart has received feedback through public input meetings, online surveys, and various stakeholder meetings.


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Our daughter was getting married in the backyard, so we went with Aaron’s creativity and vision. It made for an awesome day, with everyone raving about to the waterscape. As life returned to normal after the wedding, we still love the space. It is such a therapeutic space. The sight, the sounds of water babbling over River Rock and a split water fall into the pond.


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Atmosphere, experience and change. The basic elements in landscape architecture and urban design. Spaces that are created out of simple ingredients and that offers a complex interaction between fragments of texture. Places that never allow a complete overview but constantly and poetically change in pace with body and eye movements.
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What could be better than relaxing pool side with the soothing sounds of custom waterfalls and features?
Being surrounded by running water can put a mind at ease and make it easier to forget a rough day at work or crazy commute. In addition to the relaxation quality, custom waterfalls also can add an unmatched sense of beauty to the landscaping of a backyard. Why just put in a pool when an entire backyard oasis can be added?
Just think of all of the gatherings with friends, family, co workers, or out of town guests spent in this backyard paradise. Choose a theme anywhere from Mediterranean to modern to rustic to complete the look of the custom waterfalls. Real stone or faux rock can be used to create any look you can imagine. Modern technology also allows homeowners to do things like add custom LED lighting and control the flow of the water.
The possibilities are truly endless. Think of custom-built grottos behind the running water where guests can swim up to a bar, staircase, or hidden room for hanging out.
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Here are some other interesting cultivars and hybrids of Cotinus coggygria (Smokebush) to consider:
Golden Spirit Smoke Tree. Bright golden-yellow leaves all season. Orange-red fall colour. Prefers moist sites.
Grace Smokebush. Soft purple-red leaves. Purple-pink flowers in summer turn to a beautiful scarlet colour in the fall.
Royal Purple Smokebush. Leaves emerge rich maroon-red and darken to reddish-black. Rich purple fall color.
Young Lady Smokebush. A real show stopping impulse plant with orange-red fall colour. Blooms June-August.
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