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Path lights can accent steps, walkways, low shrubbery, flowerbeds and more! In addition to creating interest to your landscape with lighting, path lights are also a great way to keep your yard safe at night time with well lit areas.
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Change your perspective about deserts as a barren and dry land with a visit to miracle garden.it truly is a miracle to see such vibrant, colorful and a wide variety of flowers and plants planted in an art full manner in the middle of a desert. Miracle garden spans over a whooping 72000sqm ground witch made miracle garden the worlds largest natural flower garden with over 50 million flowers and 250 million plants nurtured and protected in the middle of the desert. More than just exploring and discovering the variety of flower and plants miracle garden also gives the visitors a chance to witness Guinness world record holding flower structures and vertical gardens that serves a feast to your eyes. Take this opportunity to earn more about the native flowers and plants along with various flower and plant species from across the world in full bloom at the miracle garden.
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Rosmarinus officinalis 'Foxtail'
Full sun, Partial sun
Once established, needs only occasional watering.
We no longer grow this plant
This page is for reference only. If you are looking for a plant to purchase, please use our Plant Finder to discover the perfect plant for your garden.
|Botanical Pronunciation||rose-ma-REE-nus oh-fiss-ih-NAH-liss|
|Average Size at Maturity||Reaches 24-36 in. tall and 18 in. wide.|
|Bloom Time||Spring to Fall|
|Flower Attribute||Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers|
|Garden Style||Cottage, Mediterranean, Rustic|
|Landscape Use||Border, Container, Mass Planting, Rock Garden, Coastal Exposure|
|Light Needs||Full sun, Partial sun|
|Special Feature||Easy Care, Edible, Gift Plant, Waterwise, Pet Friendly|
|Watering Needs||Once established, needs only occasional watering.|
Thrives in lean, well drained soil. Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Watering may be reduced once established. Fertilization is not necessary.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 6-10


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Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete is a lightweight, durable material that can be cast into nearly unlimited shapes, colors and textures making it a great material for our bubbling boulders.
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Add an Accent Panter to any fountain kit and easily create a beautiful flower or grass display to enhance the look of your fountain.
- Approximate size: 19" x 7" x 6" H
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CLEARWATER, Fla. (WFLA) – On Tuesday consultants presented the Clearwater City Council with the draft of a master plan to revitalize the city’s downtown waterfront area.
The proposal is called “Imagine Clearwater.” It includes a design for a future waterfront park. The consultants also recommended a set of projects to stimulate the downtown and looked at how different elements may fit into the overall area. The council heard the potential next steps it can take with the community to implement the plan.
The renderings show new green space, and more parks, restaurants and shops. There are also pedestrian-friendly paths and an event lawn with a new amphitheater.
“We want to make downtown walkable, vibrant, and we think that these plans will help us achieve those goals,” Mayor George Cretekos said.
The goal is to put downtown Clearwater on the map as a must-visit destination.
“I think it’s an opportunity for a much more heavily utilized water front,” said Michael Delk, director of the city’s planning and development department. “I think it’s one that will be a much bigger draw to the public. I think it will engage them and I think it improves the inner activity between downtown Clearwater and the waterfront.”
City leaders have held several public meetings to get input from residents on what they’d like to see. The initial plan was derived from ideas gathered at the meetings.
Vasko Ugrinov has lived in Clearwater for almost five years. He hasn’t attended any of the meetings but says downtown needs a makeover. Right now he only comes to the marina to fish. “Unfortunately, I live five minutes away and I drive right past here because it has nothing to offer,” Ugrinov said.
Instead he heads to Clearwater Beach or downtown St. Petersburg.
“I’d like to see downtown Clearwater be built back up. There’s a lot of empty businesses, vacant. I’d like to see more restaurants, right here by the marina. That way we can have a prettier scenery,” Ugrinov said.
Consultants will hear from residents Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at the Clearwater Main Library.
Once public input is collected and a comment period has been closed, the consultants will revise the plan and present it to the council for final approval.
Consultants hope to have the final draft ready by the end of the year.
For residents who are unable to attend a community workshop, written input will be gathered from now until early December. Go here to see the renderings and leave comments.


LIATRIS pycnostachya (Thickspike Gayfeather)
Liatris Pycnostachya commonly known as ‘Thick-spike Gayfeather’, ‘Prairie Gayfeather’, ‘Prairie Blazing Star’, ‘Cat-tail Liatris’. One of the tallest blazing stars, is an upright, clump-forming perennial boasting fluffy spikes densely packed with deep rose-purple flowers. This perennial is one of the few in the Liatris family that likes wet areas, so it is often used in wetland plantings. Butterflies, birds and bees find the pink spikes irresistible. Blooms in summers and belongs to the aster family with each flower head having only fluffy disk flowers and no rays.
|Number of Seeds||Max Coverage Area (Square Ft.)|
Scientific Name: Liatris Pycnostachya
Common Name: Prairie Blazing Star, Prairie Gayfeather
Plant Type: Perennial
Native Range: Central and Southeast regions of United States
Height: 24-60 "
Spread: 12-24 "
Habitat: Moist to mesic black soil prairies, moist meadows near woodlands or rivers
Zone: 3 to 9
Exposure: Full Sun, Part Sun
Blooming Season: Late Summer, Early Fall
Attracts: Birds, Humming birds, Butterflies, Honeybees
Resistant: Deer and Drought resistant
Flower Shape: Showy, Good cut
Flower Color: Lilac Purple, Deep-rose purple, Pink
Moisture: Average moist
Water Requirement: Dry to medium
Soil Type: Clay soil, Dry soil
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Advantage: Low maintenance, Easy to grow
Uses: Cutting gardens, Wild gardens, Naturalized areas, Prairies or meadows, Perennial borders


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The view alongside the M62 is set to become far greener as plans are unveiled to plant millions of trees.
The proposal is to create a ‘Northern Forest’ in the Manchester area.
But the scheme is huge with the proposal to plant 50 million trees over the next 25 years across a 120-mile stretch of northern England along the M62 corridor from Liverpool to Hull.
The scheme will start in Bolton in March, at the Northern Forest’s flagship site at Smithills.
The plans are designed to boost habitat for wildlife including birds and bats, protect species such as the red squirrel and provide more access to woodlands for millions of people living in the area.
The government is awarding £5.7 million to increase tree cover along a belt spanning Manchester, Leeds and Bradford.
The Woodland Trust, in partnership with the Community Forest Trust and the five Community Forests, aims to plant woodland totalling 25,000 hectares (62,000 acres), in a project which is forecast to cost £500m over 25 years.
The scheme’s backers say it could generate an estimated £2 billion for the economy in growth in tourism and visits to the area, boosting rural businesses and generating jobs, increasing property values and reducing the economic impacts of flooding.
There are already ambitious plans to create a huge public park in Greater Manchester bigger than New York’s Central Park.
City Forest Park, a green haven over 800 acres, would span areas of Salford , Bury and Bolton along the route of a valley between the rivers Croal and Irwell.
The Northern Forest is set to form part of the Government’s long-awaited 25-year environment plan and £5.7 million of public money is being committed to launch the scheme.
It is hoped government funding to kick-start planting will help encourage private landowners to come on board with the project.
Planting will begin in March at the Woodland Trust’s 680-hectare (1,680-acre) site at Smithills, Bolton, supported by funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund.
The Northern Forest will connect the five Community Forests in the north of England, the Mersey Forest, Manchester City of Trees, South Yorkshire Community Forest and the Leeds White Rose Forest with woodland created in and around major urban centres such as Chester, Liverpool, Leeds, and Manchester.
Woodlands will be a mix of native broadleaf trees such as oaks and conifers including spruce and pine, and will be targeted at areas where they can boost health and wellbeing.
Establishing a new network of forests in England including on farmland, and funding larger-scale woodland and forest creation, also forms part of the Government’s clean growth strategy to meet legally binding targets to cut climate emissions.
Prime Minister Theresa May told BBC1’s The Andrew Marr Show: “We’re putting money in this national forest. We will be developing that.
“It’s going to take time to plant the millions of trees that will be needed in order to develop this national forest, so this is not a short term thing that’s going to happen but the commitment is there.”
Austin Brady, director of conservation at the Woodland Trust, said: “The Northern Forest will accelerate the creation of new woodland and support sustainable management of existing woods right across the area.
“Planting many more trees, woods and forests will deliver a better environment for all - locking up carbon on a large scale, boosting wildlife habitat and greening our towns and cities.
“The Woodland Trust and Community Forests will use new and innovative mechanisms to engage communities and a wide range of partners in delivering the forest.”


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Prewett, Read & Associates brings the same personalized approach to each project today, just as we have since planting our roots in 1998. Our commitment to studying, understanding and appreciating each client’s unique vision has earned us a reputation as one of Houston’s most trusted and respected experts in residential landscape architecture and contracting.
Led by registered, licensed landscape architects, our team of professional designers, project managers, skilled craftsmen and laborers work seamlessly together and with you, ensuring your vision is reflected in every detail of your outdoor living space, and delivered on-time and within scope.
In every project we undertake, we’re mindful that it’s our meticulous attention to detail and respect for our client’s property, as well as their neighbors, that sets us apart and makes a lasting impression. We strive to work in tandem with you from concept through construction and maintenance, educating and keeping you apprised of your project’s progress every step of the way.


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The easiest way to add some Boho glam to your garden is with lighting. String fairy lights over a a comfy seating area, line pathways and divide areas with lanterns, and add some solar lights to your fence for when you get the barbecue out!
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Nestled on the shores of the Menai Strait, Bangor is a picturesque city in North Wales that offers a unique blend of natural beauty, rich history, and a vibrant cultural scene. From its stunning landscapes to its historic sites, Bangor has something to captivate every traveler. In this blog post, we’ll take you on a journey through the enchanting corners of Bangor, showcasing its hidden gems and inviting you to explore its wonders.
Snowdonia National Park: Just a short drive away from Bangor, Snowdonia National Park is a paradise for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. With rugged mountains, serene lakes, and lush valleys, it’s an ideal destination for hiking, climbing, and simply basking in the splendor of Mother Nature.
Bangor Pier: Offering panoramic views of the Menai Strait, Bangor Pier is a delightful spot to take a leisurely stroll and soak in the fresh sea breeze. The pier provides a perfect vantage point to admire the picturesque coastline and the towering peaks of Snowdonia in the distance.
Penrhyn Castle and Gardens: This majestic neo-Norman castle, surrounded by sprawling gardens, is a testament to Bangor’s historical significance. Explore the opulent interiors, stroll through the meticulously landscaped grounds, and marvel at the stunning architecture that transports you back in time.
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Q.weeping cherry trees
Zone IP26 4Rb | Anonymous added on May 27, 2018 | Answered
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Answered on May 28, 2018
Well draining soil is key to the successful growing of a Weeping Cherry Tree.
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Learning how to stop erosion in your yard could save you a considerable amount of money in the course of several years. You might not realize this at first, but your yard loses around1% of topsoil in a year.
Depending upon the size of your yard, that could be a considerable amount. The worst thing is that this loss can be completely avoided.
Erosion occurs due to a variety of different reasons ranging from poor land management practices to a higher amount of tillage, which are just a couple of reasons.
On top of that, climate change is also a major problem that contributes heavily to soil run-off and erosion. According to one study, almost 500 million tons of soil is eroded on an annual basis.
You might experience the effects of soil erosion with the passage of time as bald patches start to appear all over their lawn.
More importantly, as the quality of the soil decreases considerably, the plants are likely to be more susceptible to pests. Clogged pools are also likely to appear all over the lawn as well.
However, these are just small problems faced by homeowners. This doesn’t even scratch the surface for agricultural workers. The source of all of these problems is soil erosion.
Erosion is causing gradual, global problems and understanding how to prevent soil erosion and runoff is of critical importance for homeowners.
There are a number of different steps that you can take in order to stop erosion in your yard. It’s recommended that you follow the steps given below in order to prevent erosion and make sure that your soil remains intact for a longer period of time.
1 – Covering the Soil
Arguably the best and the most commonly used method for preventing soil erosion is to cover the soil properly.
When the soil is left bare, it is much more susceptible to erosion caused by wind or rain. In order to protect the soil in the right way, you have to make sure that it remains covered throughout the year.
There are plenty of soil-covering materials that you can choose from. Another advantage that you get for choosing soil-covering materials is that they prevent weed growth.
Because weed needs a considerable amount of moisture and light in order to grow, you are effectively limiting its growth by covering the soil properly.
There are two popular materials that you can use in order to cover the soil: bark and cocoa shells. Cocoa shells are an excellent cover that will easily repel snails. They are generally hard materials and are quite environmentally friendly.
One of the reasons why cocoa shells are so popular is because they are able to retain water better than other materials. By using cocoa shells, you will be able to reduce the amount of water that evaporates from the soil.
On top of that, the cocoa shells also contain lots of nutrients.
Bark is an ideal ground cover that protects against moisture, damage caused by the sun, and frost as well. Bark is easily able to protect your yard from the effects of excessive frost or the sun.
Another excellent advantage that you get for using bark is that it will decay over time and it will also contribute heavily to the fertility of the soil.
You don’t have to worry about bark sticking to your shoes, either, and it’s one of the main reasons why bark is so commonly used in playgrounds and other larger yards as well.
Covering the soil is one of the most important ways of preventing erosion in the soil.
2 – Building a Garden Terrace
If your garden has a gradient on one edge, it can be a difficult challenge to reduce the amount of soil erosion. For instance, if your garden is on a hillside, it’s going to be quite difficult for you to reduce the amount of erosion.
The incline often makes it difficult to stop landslides or erosion, and many people often face challenges when it comes to reducing the amount of soil erosion.
A highly elegant solution to this problem is to properly terrace the hill. This is possible using various homegrown and natural materials as well.
Basically, this will help you create gaps in the slope, break it up, and create distinct plateaus. This will also prevent the run-off from going straight down a hill.
Once you are done with the terracing, you can plant different kinds of trees and other plants, using compact soil that is going to prevent runoffs. Roots from perennial fruit trees as well as other herbs is going to play a great role in preventing soil erosion, and they will also increase the levels of nitrogen in the soil.
One of the biggest advantages that you get for using this method is that you can easily use organic materials in order to create the terracing. For instance, the use of logs and bushes is common.
Wooden stakes can also play an important role in creating a neat, clean terracing effect.
3 – Use Sandbags for Diversions
Sandbags have been used for diverting water for many years, and you can do that. Sometimes it’s just impossible to put up a fight with nature, so you need to consider the next best option. With the help of sandbags, you can do just that.
When there are heavy rainstorms in your area, especially if you live in a hilly region, there is a pretty strong chance that your yard will be in the way of the runoff.
By stacking the sandbags in a conventional stair step formation, you will be able to divert the flow of water in a straightforward manner around your property. This will make it easy for you to divert the flow of water around your house.
Keep in mind that this is just a way of diverting the flow of water; you can’t stop it.
4 – Build a Retaining Wall
If you don’t want to go through the hassle of building a garden terrace, installing a retaining wall might be an effective and viable solution.
Not only do they look very good but retaining walls are also quite functional. They will allow you to create stages or zones around the sloped property, making it resemble a terrace.
One of the reasons why these retaining walls are so popular is because they will prevent the soil from eroding and they will also allow you to create multiple plant or flower beds. You can let your imagination run wild when it comes to creating different kinds of flower beds or plant beds around the property.
You might want to cover all of the bald spots around your garden with mulch and it’s imperative that you get something growing there as quickly as possible. It’s important for you to make sure that you protect the soil as much as possible and these are arguably the best ways to do so.
At least once in a year, you should closely look at the topsoil around your garden and then revise your strategy accordingly. This is just a simple guide to help you stop erosion in your yard and prevent topsoil damage.
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Gorgeous outdoor firepit, furniture and water feature, offered lots of privacy by a living wall of bamboo!
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Most of the homes in Greenhithe are products of the last few decades. They tend to be large semi-detached or detached houses with some terraced housing as well. You will find few other towns where the homes are so uniformly well-maintained, and that dedication to upkeep extends to the yards as well. When the residents here need garden design in Greenhithe they can be proud of they call Oakleigh Manor. For more than 25 years we have been designing and building all types of gardens and we can transform your property into the envy of the neighbourhood.
Anyone can plant a few shrubs and lay down a walkway and call it a garden. But that’s not what we do at Oakleigh Manor. We create timeless, rejuvenating spaces that are natural extensions of the home and that express the taste and sensibilities of the client. Each one is a complete work, though they never feel as though they were dropped here from another planet. Each one lives and breathes on its own while meshing seamlessly with the architecture of the house and nodding to its time and place.
It takes many years of study and hard work to master the vagaries of garden design. Years that all of us at Oakleigh Manor have willingly invested in our craft. It is this diligence, this ironclad commitment to excellence that has enabled us to facilitate the vision of our clients while incrementally advancing the art of garden design.
If a garden design is done right it will take on the characteristics of a living, breathing thing. It will become an invaluable part of the client’s domestic life, ever faithful and giving regardless of what else is going on. This is just one of the reasons people become so invested in their gardens and why we take their design and construction so seriously. Whether you want us to realise a specific vision of yours, or you are content to sit back and allow our designers to take the lead, you will not be disappointed.
If you would like to make an appointment with one of our designers or you would like to learn a bit more about our services in Greenhithe call us on 0800 023 1310 during normal business hours. The garden you have always wanted is waiting. Let Oakleigh Manor help you bring it to life.
We appointed Oakleigh Manor to have our garden completely redesigned; adding a new patio and a large pergola. It was a big job taking several months to complete. We were away travelling at the time, so David kept in touch with us with suggestions for the planting plans and photos to show how the garden was progressing. David and Stuart were great to work with. They were professional, gave advice and David still pops over to make suggestions for new plants or shrubs. We use their garden maintenance team on a monthly basis. The team are courteous, professional and very good with our dog. We enjoy being in our garden and have had many admiring compliments from friends and neighbours.
From Victor’s amazing and imaginative design, through the whole careful build with the unobtrusive team led by the capable Luke, Stuart’s magical lighting and water feature, David’s wonderful planting and Rebecca’s updates throughout the whole process we have been so impressed with everyone at Oakleigh Manor. They have been so professional and we are absolutely delighted with our fabulous new garden.
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Mixed in with the weeds were a lot of boulders and rocks so designer John Gidding decided to work them into the design. Ornamental grasses, pieris Japonica, loropetalum and other low-maintenace plants fit with the garden's Zen feel while being easy to care for so the homeowners can maintain the garden's good looks.
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Custom Made Slate BBQ's and Pizza Ovens
Many people have chosen to extend their living space into the outdoor areas of their property i.e. the garden. With time, this has evolved to include not just lounging areas but cooking areas including custom made slate bbqs, slate pizza ovens and even full custom made outdoor kitchens. Brazilian slate, limestone, granite, or other natural materials from Ardosia have been used in many such installations for custom built slate BBQ's, outdoor kitchens and ovens and in various ways.
Perfect for food preparation areas that must be hygienic, very easy to keep clean and still visually attractive. Materials from Ardosia Slate can be provided to bespoke designs for bbq's and pizza ovens, cut and finished to a client’s specification so that they suit the environment in which they are to be used and complement any other accessories, such as stoves, barbecues or sinks. The shape of the surface is limited only by imagination and the space available, ‘cut outs’ can provide for the installation of your required accessory e.g. cooler, cutlery jug, plate warmer, the list is endless. Matching shelving, dining tables and seating are always possible.
Now that the living space has been extended the opportunity to utilise this space has to be recognised by the addition of a ‘slate fire pit’, designed to match the rest of the outdoor installation. Available in any of the natural materials Ardosia provide, we are happy to provide advice to make sure that your ‘new’ living space exceeds your expectations so please contact us for further information or to discuss a project you are considering for any custom built bbq, custom outdoor kitchen, slate pizza oven or fire pit.


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Our designers pick the perfect artwork and accessories to match your tastes, personal style and the statement of the room. From knick knacks to area rugs to gorgeous works on canvas, these aesthetic details (or centerpieces) contribute character and composition to your home.
Home Lighting Selection
The perfect Fixtures, Lamps, Chandeliers. Nothing gives a room ambiance like the balance of natural/artificial lighting. The correct arrangement will bring to life the rest of your home decorating choices. Lighting should blend beauty and practicality.
Deck Design and Garden Design
Deck design and Garden design melds trellises, brick patios, plant selections with areas for seating, grilling and other activities.
Custom Closet Design
We can design closets using commercial available materials or can create fully custom closets to fit your exact needs.
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Get a Modern Pool Design with These 5 Tips
Are you interested in designing a Katy pool that has a sleek, modern aesthetic? Most modern pools are minimalistic, which means that the challenge is not determining what to add, but figuring out how to keep the look clean and simple. As you put together plans for your new pool, consider the following 5 design features for a sleek and modern pool design.
Minimal Pool Features
Most modern pools achieve their sleek style with very simple pool features. This is not the time to install large water slides, rock grottos, and tiki torches. There are a number of modern pools that have nothing more than a few tasteful pieces of patio furniture on the deck and maybe some simple lighting. If you do want to add something to the pool and the surrounding space, consider unique underwater lighting and single stream fountains or small water flows as opposed to large flowing waterfalls.
Understated, Classic Pool Lighting
When you are designing a sleek, modern pool, you should look for classic pool lighting choices that are subtle but still provide ample lighting for pool and patio activities. Consider symmetrical fire pits, ambient floating candles, and simple torch lights. Keep in mind that understated does not necessarily mean small. For example, there are large fire pits with very modern styles.
Simple Modern Patio Furniture
As you put together a modern pool space, it is important to remember that pool space exists for rest and relaxation. As such, pool patio furniture should promote peace and comfort. Look for enticing lounge chairs, wicker pieces with large cushions, simple wooden furniture, and glass patio tables with neutral umbrellas.
Modern Deck Surface
The most important aspect of choosing a deck material and design is that they coordinate with the house and landscaping. This process ensures that the entire property will have a cohesive modern aesthetic. If you do not take the time to do this, a modern pool may look out of place in its setting.
Geometric: The Modern Pool Design Shape
A geometric pool shape can help to create a sleek and streamlined design. Rectangular is the prominent shape for modern pool designs and remain a classic pool shape. As long as you continue to update the surrounding pool elements on a regular basis, you’ll be able to maintain a modern, geometric pool for many years.


TREES: Witchhazel Yellow, Fragrant Flowers Bloom from October through December Great Tree to Plant as an Understory or for a Shrub Border in Large Areas Attractive Foliage in All Growing Seasons Grows Tall with a Similar Spread
If you crave fragrance, flowers, and colorful leaves, then Witch Hazel is for you. It glows with yellow when its leaves turn in early autumn. Later, flowers appear and remain long after the leaves have fallen. Zones Photo by Yasuo Murota/Getty Images.
Natchez crepe myrtle. I must have . . . white blossoms, peeling bark.
Korean stewartia Fall foliage of Korean stewartia. Common name: Korean stewartia Botanical name: Stewartia koreana What it is: A small, ornamental tree with some of the most spectacular fall foliage of any tree or shrub.


Today on Buckmaster – We kick off the show with Jan Cervelli, Dean of the University of Arizona College of Architecture and Landscape Architecture, who believes the modern streetcar project will make Tucson a more livable city. Then, it’s a conversation with Dr. Bill Doelle, Head of Tucson-based Archaeology Southwest. Next, Bill McDorman, Executive Director of Native Seeds Search, talks about the organization’s efforts to preserve Arizona’s native plant species. And to close out the show, Keith Rosenblum, Buckmaster Contributor on Mexico, breaks down travel warnings for Sonora.
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Trees Shrubs and Hedges for Home Landscaping - Gardening Book
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Trees, Shrubs, & Hedges for Home Landscaping, a magnificently illustrated book, presents over 1,000 of the best woody species and cultivars for all regions of the United States and southern Canada. They are "best" because they're beautiful, low-maintenance, pest- and disease-resistant, and available at local nurseries and home centers. This environmentally friendly book is both a comprehensive reference on top-rated plants and a complete guide to their selection, planting, and care. Within separate tree, shrub, and hedge sections, more than 500 full-color photographs and paintings showcase plant features and illustrate procedures step by step.


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Anne Loes Nillesen, Design Lecture
October 17, 2016 @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Architect and urban designer Anne Loes Nillesen of Rotterdam, The Netherlands, will present a lecture at 11:30 a.m. on Monday, October 17, 2016, in the LSU Design Building Commons (room 104).
Nillesen, author of Amphibious Housing in the Netherlands: Architecture and Urbanism on the Water, founded Defacto Urbanism and Architecture in 2006. Defacto is an award-winning landscape architecture and urban design business that specializes in the delivery of coherent designs and analyses that integrate spatial and technical aspects. The office provides services from strategic development and research to public space design—working on and connecting different scales that reach from interiors to urban environments and from gardens to regional landscapes. An innovative combination of research and design is a key factor in Defacto’s work. Among Defacto’s clients are project developers, housing corporations, national and international governments, as well as private clients. Defacto works in close cooperation with other disciplines and experts in order to come to integral and feasible strategies and designs.
Nillesen completed a master’s degree with honors in architecture and urbanism at Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) and subsequently studied at the Berlage Institute Centre for Advanced Studies in Architecture and Urban Design. She currently teaches and is coordinator of the Delta Interventions Studio, a graduate program for architecture, urbanism, and civil engineering at the faculty of architecture, TU Delft, and she is working on her PhD.


Whether it’s a dip in the pool or just simply soaking up the sun, many homeowners will spend a great deal of time in their outdoor living spaces in the upcoming summer weeks. As an extension of your home, your outdoor living space should be dynamic and inviting. LCM PLUS recommends accent lighting to enhance your space. These outdoor installations are the perfect example of functional value contributing to your property while also adding effortless curb appeal.
Accent lighting gives you the freedom to be creative in your lighting scheme as these features are solely designed to add drama and visual appeal. Tastefully incorporated accent lighting can bring the hidden beauty of your landscape to life. You can showcase gorgeous flowers, shrubs, and trees throughout the night by placing lights in beds where you can feature them all. Another option would be to accent hardscape stonework with in-wall lights or even a water feature. Accent lighting can help frame a walkway or create a cozy evening atmosphere on your patio.
Accent lighting is beneficial as it can enhance your love for outdoor entertaining. Without a well-lit area for get-togethers, parties with friends and family have to come to an early end when you run out of natural daylight. When ambient tones are present, an inviting atmosphere encourages guests, as well as their hosts to stay comfortable long into the night.
We have all seen outdoor lighting for security purposes down the streets of our hometowns, around restaurants, social gathering places and within our own neighborhoods. But aside from the simple fact that lighting helps you see your surroundings, why else is security lighting necessary?
LCM PLUS sees security lighting as having a multi-purpose function that pays off in several beneficial ways.
One of the greatest benefits of installing security lighting is to improve home security. By adding bright lights around the exterior of your house, you can guarantee the shadows and dark corners, that could easily hide burglars, are brought to light in the late hours of the night. This makes it difficult to break into your home as burglars are easily noticed by neighbors, pedestrians, home cameras or even you. Burglars and vandals are less inclined to target a well lit home.
In addition to aesthetic appeal, your home can be made safer. Shadowy areas can be made visible and will reduce possible injuries to you and your guests. Walkways can be well lit for visitors or sidewalks can be illuminated for pedestrians.


Most of what you see in these pictures is my collection of unusual conifers and Japanese Maples. Most people would never choose to put a garden together like this because many think there is no way diversity in colors, shapes and textures could possibly be achieved. I beg to differ and I think these pictures prove it. This garden is constantly changing in color, shape, and texture through out the entire season. The conifers even carry it through winter when nothing else is happening. But as you can see there are very few flowering plants, of which many only look good while they are flowering. The color that is seen here will be here until Old Man Winter comes calling again.
I've always had a love for the Pacific North West and since I couldn't live there I attempted to create a garden that brought a feel of it here to the Mid West. Now if only I could bring the Pacific Ocean here......Oh well.
The conifers are the next big show in the garden and over the next couple weeks I will post some pictures of them.


The first step towards your new landscape/yard renovation is the initial meeting between you and David. This consultation will last 1 hour. It will consist of a discussion of your wants and needs, a sharing of ideas, gathering of information on how you want to use the space and your budget. A walking tour of the space is also required and then David will advise you on what is possible within those parameters.
The cost of the initial consultation is $150.
Once you decide to move forward and have Pacific Garden Design create a full scale design things really start to take shape!
To ensure as successful a design as possible, one that is custom tailored to your desires, the following ingredients are required:
- A FULL SITE ANALYSIS
A detailed inventory of existing site conditions and characteristics is compiled. Such things as building and lot dimensions, environmental factors (sun, shade and wind exposure), elevation changes and soil conditions are all analyzed...just to name a few!
Many photographs are taken to assist the designer once he is off site working in his office. These also act as inspiration and a great way to look back at the end of the project and truly enjoy the changes that have taken place. All information and photos are gathered in strict confidence and will not be used without the express permission of the owner of the property. All the information gathered during the site analysis, combined with the initial client meeting, forms the basis for the next phase.
- CONCEPT PLAN
General usage of the landscape space is explored here. Such things as traffic flow, spots for plantings, and areas to build decks, retaining walls, arbours, and water features are drawn up in general terms. This is when the designers initial ideas and solutions address the clients wish-list and variables encountered while analyzing the site. The client’s opinions and input are now once again solicited and discussed. Most of the ideas are narrowed down at this phase and allows the more detailed plan to be created.
- PLANTING PLAN
The planting plan is the specific instructions for the installation of your landscape. Any experienced landscaper can look at this drawing and from it, build your garden to the specifications that were co-created by you and the designer. The client, with some instruction and help, could do the same. Specific plants and their exact locations are listed and drawn. Materials for hardscape elements are also listed, including details of their construction, so that they are built correctly and to specifications.
At the completion of the design phase, we will provide a written estimate of the cost to install the design.
Pacific Garden Design has a certified hardscape installer on staff, as well as a horticultural technician with some serious botanical knowledge.
We install our own designs, as well as any other design you may have, in a prompt, professional, and courteous manner. Our workmanship and attention to detail is second to none. We take pride in every job we do. We can quote on any size job you have to offer, from small to very large. We stand behind our work.
Landscape installations can be completed all at once, or in phases, as your finances allow.


Same great look. Far less work.
Although RockSteps are manufactured, we use natural stone to mold every step, which creates a very realistic look for your landscaping design project.
Easy handling. Although the weight varies by size, RockSteps are easily handled - normally with 2 people. This includes loading, unloading, transporting, positioning and setting the RockStep stones in place.
RockSteps offer a consistent 6 in. height. Uniformity offers level, flat landing areas with attractive face, corners and sides.
Installations are simple since you can handle and place RockSteps without heavy equipment. A primary base is required, which consists of a tamping bond with a combination of gravel and sand mixtures.
Click on the images below for project ideas and an inspiration gallery of how you can use RockSteps in your next landscaping project.


An outdoor shower is a great idea to wash off all the sand and chloride from your body. During the day that the weather is nice and hot a shower will help you cool down. You can choose among a huge variety of shower designs that will make your space look elegant and fashionable. For this post, we scoured the web to collect the following designs, presenting you with the most fabulous outdoor shower ideas. You may also see Outdoor Designs
Portable Outdoor Showers
With a portable you have a versatile design that you can place it anywhere you need it. You can find many different designs for portable showers. Most are available in lightweight materials like wood – natural or manufactured – and metal with sturdy designs and weather resistant properties for long life use. You may also see Outdoor Bar Stool Designs
Portable Wooden Outdoor Shower
Outdoor Stone Shower Designs
Make your shower a great part of your outdoor landscape by using a natural material like stone. Build a stylish shower cabin with stones in earthy tones using various sizes and shapes in order to add a visual interest to the construction. You can complete with wood or stone flooring. You may also see Outdoor Bench Designs
Simple Outdoor Stone Shower
Outdoor Garden Shower Ideas
With a shower in your garden you will be allow you to style your enclosure with plants that love water. You can keep a natural theme with stone walls or wood planks that will make your space look inviting while giving you the needed privacy for a stylish shower design.
Modern Outdoor Garden Shower
Rustic Outdoor Shower Designs
Embellish your space with a design that will make a stylistic statement. Create a rustic theme for your outdoor shower that will look perfect in wood or stone. The rough look of these materials can bring a fashionable rusticity in your outdoor space giving you excellent results with extra character. You may also see Outdoor Chair Designs
Rustic Outdoor Shower with Wood Door
Outdoor Beach Shower Designs
An outdoor beach shower is suitable for coastal houses. You can use materials like wood and frosted glass in order to create stylish cabin. You can use stones or wood tiles for your flooring while you can even choose to have an open design or covered one for extra protection.
Cool Outdoor Beach Shower
DIY Outdoor Shower Ideas
A great idea for diy outdoor shower is using bamboo. It has waterproof qualities making the perfect material to use for an outdoor shower. You can match the enclosure with flooring made of concrete or one with wood planks for extra style to create a charming design for your space. You may also see Outdoor Fountain Designs
Rustic DIY Outdoor Shower
Outdoor Pool Shower Ideas
Choose the right design for your pool shower depending on the space’s style. If your pool is made in a certain design you can follow up with the appropriate shower style. You can go for neutral colors for wood and stone or you can get a strongly contrasting color scheme.
Small Outdoor Pool Shower
Modern Outdoor Shower Designs
Modern showers require a minimalistic design. You can go for a simple shower cabin in wood that will make your space look warm and stylish. On the other hand you can go for elegant stone walls to rejuvenate your outdoor area completing with a contemporary shower head in square shape. You may also see Outdoor Fireplace Designs
Modern Wall Mounted Outdoor Shower
Luxury Outdoor Showers
In case you want to aim for luxury then you have to consider materials that can give you elegance and glamour. You can go for a floor with tiles in stone or ceramic. You can also choose a style that matches your space while incorporating an open plan for spaciousness.
Luxury Outdoor Patio Shower
Tropical Outdoor Shower Ideas
For a tropical outdoor shower design you need to consider the materials you will choose as well as the plants that will bring the tropics right in your shower area. Materials with warming qualities like the various wood types and stones in earthy shades can bring an fashionably inviting feeling.
Simple Tropical Outdoor Shower
Wall Mounted Outdoor Showers
There are many different designs that can be mounted on walls. You will find many shower designs with high class style to help you create a fashionable space. With overtop protection and the right maintenance or care you can enjoy the benefits of your outdoor shower for years to come.
Wall Mounted Outdoor Farmhouse Shower
Outdoor Wooden Showers
Wooden structures can give you impressive designs accentuating the way your space looks. You can go for an enclosure made of oak or teak in an intricate design that will create an architectural interest. Complete the look with stone slates or wide wooden planks for an even and natural feeling.
Awesome Outdoor Wooden Shower
Cottage Outdoor Shower Designs
Cottage styled showers come with stylish designs. Decide a metal or wood panel design to add character to the structure mixing it with each other to get a design that looks superb no matter where you place it in your backyard’s premises. For the flooring you can go for stone.
Beach Cottage Outdoor Shower
You can style your shower anyway you like. You can create stylish niches to store shampoos and soap for easy access while you can have an enclosure that look natural with materials like wood. Design your space with gorgeous outdoor designs and enjoy every square inch of your outdoor space.
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This East Asian Juniper has an open habit with graceful drooping branches, is a much cherished tree in Chinese and Japanese Gardens and Temples and also much loved as Bonsai. There are many fine and old examples of Juniperus rigida Bonsai.
Juniperus squamata, known as Single seed Juniper, is a juniper native to Himalaya and China, from north-eastern Afghanistan east to western Yunnan in south-western China.This juniper has striking blue-gray foliage that spread out like a 'blue carpet'. This prostrate variety that is especially suitable for cascade and semi-cascade styles. It has a slow to medium growth rate, of about 10' in ten years.
The Norway maple is a common tree throughout much of Europe from Norway down to the Mediterranean and to Western Asia. It an important forestry wood in Europe with its Hard Light coloured wood finding use in furniture to musical instruments. As Bonsai it make an attractive Medium to Large Bonsai, despite it larger leaf size.
This very hardy plant makes an excellent Bonsai with its conical shape and upright nature lending itself well to Formal Upright medium and large Bonsai. It is extremely hardy and tolerant to Zones 2/3.


Urban Watershed Renewal in Berry Brook
An Examination of Impervious Cover, Stream Restoration and Ecosystem Response
Urban Watershed Renewal is being implemented through water quality and stream restoration improvements in the Berry Brook Watershed beginning in 2011. The Berry Brook Watershed represents a unique opportunity to work within a vibrant supportive community at a neighborhood scale, and measure watershed and ecosystem response in relation to impervious cover reductions. Generally speaking, impervious cover refers to surfaces such as parking lots, roadways and rooftops from which water runs off, instead of infiltrating into the soil. Impervious cover reductions are achieved by directing this run-off to treatment systems which allow for some infiltration and/or treatment of the stormwater run-off prior to discharging to Berry Brook.
The small scale of the Berry Brook Watershed enables an examination of major reductions of impervious cover in relation to a range of water quality and habitat parameters. In larger watersheds, cumulative measurable benefits from stormwater management are often achievable on the order of decades instead of years. Determining the effect and impact of urban watershed renewal efforts can be extremely challenging due to the large scale of a watershed in relation to specific targeted improvements.
This project will foster habitat restoration through urban watershed renewal in a small 1st order stream by integrating a combination of:
- Impervious Cover Reduction through the targeted implementation of Low Impact Development stormwater management,
- Stream and Wetland Restoration, and Base Flow Augmentation,
- Community Engagement and Public Participation.
This project is representative of urbanized watersheds throughout the country. The Brook is impaired from impacts typical of high percentages of impervious cover including large peak storm flows, low baseflows, and runoff contaminated by temperature, solids, metals, nutrients, and bacteria. Despite the stream discontinuity, there exist many sections of intact flood plain, stable channels, and vegetated buffers. Restoring connectivity will reestablish stream channel conveyance restore wetland and floodplain functionality and create habitat.
This project is a unique partnership between the City of Dover, the University of New Hampshire Stormwater Center, the Cocheco River Watershed Coalition, the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, American Rivers, and funding by New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services. Through a series of grants and matching funding from the City of Dover, this project will implement some of the major recommendations from the 2008 Watershed Management Plan for Berry Brook.
- Installation of Central Ave gravel wetland for treatment of 11 acres of stormwater runoff
- Restore and reestablish the headwaters of Berry Brook through stream restoration/creation.
- Create and enhance 2+ acres of wetland complexes.
- Design and install stormwater treatment practices to filter, infiltrate, and reduce stormwater runoff from impervious cover.
- Evaluate and monitor water quality improvements.
- Bioretention installation on Lowell Ave
- Bioretention installation on Roosevelt Ave
- Installation of BMPs in Upper Watershed.
- Permitting design and construction of the lower stream channel at Sixth Street Station.
- Installation of BMPs in lower Watershed.
- Installation of light walking bridges to improve public trails in lower stream channel.
- Daylighting and Construction of Stream Channel in Upper Watershed.
- Completion of Phase I Implementation Activites -Click here for the summary report.
- Residential Stormwater Audits.
- Installation of residential rain gardens.
- Providing rain barrels to watershed residents. Click on these links for more information on Rain Barrels and the Rain Barrel Project.
- Installation of a Tree Filter and Rain Garden at the Horne Street School.
- Develop and assist in the delivery of a watershed curriculum for Horne Street School.
- Community Outreach with CRWC through a Rain Barrel Workshop and a neighborhood meeting.
- Watershed clean-up with CRWC and community volunteers.
- Bioswale installation at Snow Avenue.
- Bioswale installation at Page Avenue.
- Wetland Permitting.
- Section 106 - Historic Review.
- Water Works Site Preparation and clean-up.
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Robert Roseen, PhD, PE, D.WRE
Melinda Bubier, E.I.T
|Project Team - UNH Stormwater Center ||NHDES Grant Managers ||Community Outreach Partner|
Lorie Chase, CRWC
Funding for this project was provided in part by a Watershed Assistance Grant from the NH Department of Environmental Services with Clean Water Act Section 319 funds from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and funding from the Great Bay Stewards.
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Magnolia soulangeana Lennei
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Premium - more growth in its pot. More mature than Economy
A first rate and reliable old cultivar dating back to the 1850's, very large goblet shaped flowers a light dusky purple pink on outside and cream with a eye catching purple wash on the inside. Makes a large multi stemmed shrub, attractive arge leaves.


This project goes by the name “Atesta” and it’s going to make your plants look so amazing you aren’t going to know what to do with yourself. You’ll wish there was such a thing as a human planter, these plant pots look so nice. Designers at Series D have reinvented the plant pot in a way that makes them modular. These pots stand up tall and can be grouped to act as more of a space divider than a plant holder. More than ever before the pot becomes part of the ephemeral space of your yard, deck, lobby, or any other place you might plant a lovely plant.
Designer: Series D


Cattle Point Beach Access
Cattle Point Beach is a breathtaking site. Its spectacular setting is at the end of Cattle Point, a rocky point protruding into Middle Channel along the remote southeastern end of San Juan Island. It lies adjacent to the American Camp portion of San Juan Island National Historic Park. To avoid detracting from the beauty of the site, J.A. Brennan’s design takes a low visual impact approach.
The design creates a stairway of approximately 30 stone steps, each selected to match the dark and exposed siltstone bedrock. A new access trail and viewpoint at the top of the bluff includes a swelling and undulating stone wall that rises from the ground and draws people towards the staircase. A mid-way viewpoint includes bedrock-carved art work and seat wall, where visitors can take in the amazing south facing view of Middle Channel, Lopez Island and several smaller islands, before descending the bedrock carved stairway to the beach. The design utilizes already disturbed land, minimizing any scarring or erosion potential along the bluff.
Costs were minimized by keeping improvements above the MHHW mark and avoiding excavation in an area of known cultural resources.
Client: Washington State Department of Natural Resources
Location: San Juan Island, WA


Several Wind Chimes Can Be An Amazing Garden Accent
Wind chimes are everywhere these days. The beach, modern homes, businesses and more. But, did you know that gardeners use various wind chimes to create accents! Wind chimes come in many sizes, shapes and composed from a variety of materials.
Gardeners can use different types of wind chimes to compliment their vast array of flowers, plants and even herbs. How? Well, the color your chose can bring out the color in a flowerbed. Bronze wind chimes look amazing in a garden of orange roses. Silver wind chimes look beautiful against an herb garden. Black wind chimes offset rows and rows of green plants!
So, get creative. Use wind chimes like paint and flowers and plants like paper!


Top Tips for Remodelling Your Outdoor Area Yourself
Although it can be tempting to call in the professionals to transform your outdoor space, there is a certain satisfaction to be had from completely remodelling your outdoor area to match the vision that you have for it by yourself. This article will detail some of the best ways in which you can remodel your yard using DIY techniques.
· Invest in Garden Screening
Garden screening can help to give your yard an element of privacy, while also separating different areas of your garden. This can help to completely rejuvenate the appearance and functionality of your outdoor area and make your garden look like a completely different garden altogether. To make sure that you can install the best garden screening for your home, arbourlandscapesolutions.co.uk can provide you with a range of different screens that match the style and the practical requirements of your garden.
· Create Floral Spaces
However, a garden is not a garden without creating floral spaces filled to bursting with plants and wildlife. You can create these by yourself by digging beds around the perimeter of your garden, and opting to create trugs and raised beds out of leftover wood from other projects. You can then paint these to match the colour scheme of your garden. You might also consider creating a rockery that can contain all of your vibrant shrubbery in one part of your garden, therefore making their upkeep easier.
· Install a Gate
The garden gate is a staple of any garden, and yet it is often worn by extreme weather events and by being accidentally slammed by your family members. Therefore, you should consider reconstructingthis gate by using wooden boards to create a secure and stable structure, which can keep intruders out and protect the privacy of your home.
· Build a Firepit
Although you might believe that firepits are an extravagance that not everyone can afford, this is not the case. Instead, firepits can be built from scratch using rocks and a concrete mix that can allow your fire to burn brightly without putting the rest of your home at risk. Firepits can allow your family to stay warm on long winter evenings, and can even be used to cook snacks, such as marshmallows, upon.
· Opt for a Backyard Pool
It is extremely expensive to build a pool within your home, with estimates reaching £40,000 for one of the largest, concrete-lined affairs. However, your pool does not have to be of the traditional sort, and there are many ways that you can build a DIY swimming hole within your garden. For instance, many people are now using stock tanks to create their dream pools throughout the summer months, while others are using deep pallets and shipping containers to realise their dreams of owning a swimming pool.
· Create Seating Areas
Seating is one of the most, if not the most, important element of a liveable garden, and it is simple to create benches and chairsyourself out of wooden boards and other materials. There are many guides online that can help you to do this, and many people use leftover decking in order to create their ultimate dining and relaxation areas. If you are unsure about working with wood, you should consider making a hammock out of crochet or spare cotton, and some rope.


Stewartia pseudocamellia var. koreana 'Lindstrom's Weeping (Weeping Korean Stewartia)
$45.00 — OUT OF STOCK
Zone:5 - 9
Natural Range: Korea
Soil: Average to moist, humus rich, well drained
Light: Sun, part sun
Height: 10' - 20'
Bloom Time: July to August
Attributes: Deciduous. Spreading selection with arching branches and flaky gray, brown and russet bark. White flowers.
Notes:Great as a focal point in the garden.
Pot Size: 1 Gallon Pot


If you are looking to make the exterior of your house appearance nice, you are going to wish to call an expert landscaper. You require to take the time to satisfy with the landscaper. The designers are more than just plants and pavement. You need to speak to them about what you are trying to find, and they require to assist you develop a design you will love.
How will you landscape be used? A fantastic style is nice, but it has to be practical. They need to know how you are going to use your lawn and who else will be using it. This will make a huge distinction in the style. exteriorarchitecture5. If you like to host big parties that you want a function such as a large patio area.
You want your lawn to be functional and gorgeous as well. What do you do not like about your existing landscaping? You need to walk around the yard with the landscaper and talk about the things you currently like about your lawn and a few of the things you do not like. They may be able to use a few of your existing plants in a new and imaginative way.
Having an unfavorable experience can make a person cautious of working with a new landscaper. Landscapers will want to prevent things that clients do not like. Take a walk around and see the designs that look appealing and the ones that do not look so excellent.
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How Much Will be Invested In the Task and Upkeep? This is one of the most vital questions to ask prior to any designs are made – exteriorarchitecture4. Different plants will need different levels of upkeep. If the homeowner wants to garden they might like manicured shrubs. If not they require plants that are simple to look after.
The landscaper may have to recommend some concepts as far as coloring goes. The landscaper needs to offer some tips about what will look great on the house. The last say should be delegated the homeowner. exteriorarchitecture4. Budgeting Details This is another concern that is going to need to be brought up.
While this might be a fooling issue to raise, it is essential. The cost of the task must be gone over upfront so everyone is on the very same page about what can be done. Exists a Custom-made 3D Style? Once a landscaper has an idea in mind, they can show it to the customer utilizing new innovation.
While a drawing and even a 2D image is accommodating people will be impressed at the design when they can see it in 3D. This brand-new innovation can also enable the landscaper to add furniture, little information, along with textures to their design. When a person sees their project in 3D, they become very thrilled about it – exteriorarchitecture4.
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There are lots of choices from the type of plants to use to where the outdoor furniture is going to be. This new technology is a fantastic way to develop new styles and see the landscaping concepts come to life.
8. Are there above ground stuctural aspects I need to be worried about for my outside landscape? Distance to surrounding buildings or structures, overhead wire height, utilities. Exist constraints to below-ground space? 9. Do I have a spending plan and is it sensible? 10. Can I phase the building and construction of my garden? There are a lot more concerns to ask prior to moving forward on a garden style plan.
It may benefit you to talk to a garden designer or landscape designer and see if dealing with a professional is the direction that best fits you – exteriorarchitecture3. ** All b/w illustrations Residential Landscape Architecture, style procedure for the Personal Residence by Booth/Hiss. Color illustration Todd Haiman Landscape Style 2016.
As a designer, I have actually become rather proficient at this over the years so prior to you go charging into your next on-site assessment, here is my step-by-step guide to distilling the dollar value from your new consumer. Step One Prepare Your Client Ahead of Time Instead of just springing the concern on your possible customer and putting them on the spot for a response, assist them be prepared to have an answer by planting the seed early on.
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Utilize this as an opportunity to offer them something to believe about between the call and the time you meet on website. You’re not asking them to provide you a response right away, you’re asking them to make the time to believe about it.
The last thing I want you to experience is a lot of hidden surprises. We like to get things right from the start. If you could have a think of that, it would be an excellent aid. If you’re not exactly sure where to begin, I’ll bring some examples of previous projects and we can talk more about it face to face.””Oh, and if you could bring some images or hard copies of the sorts of things you have actually seen before that you really like, that would be truly handy too.


Historical buildings carry an intrinsic cultural and architectural value that demands preservation while adapting to the present day’s needs. The patrician Lido of Ascona, meticulously designed by the revered Livio Vacchini in 1986, holds this intrinsic historical-cultural worth. Embedded in the midst of urbanity and nature, the lido’s renovation project embraced a conservative approach, aiming to enhance its legacy while maintaining its foundational ethos.
Formerly, outdoor cabins were positioned diagonally to the main lido building, serving as a visual buffer between the architectural wonder and the eastern reed area. The strategic demolition of these cabins invited an expansive and unobstructed view across the park, augmenting the natural visibility and symbiosis between the urban area and the lakeside nature.
The original architecture of Lido, characterized by distinctive elements like a plinth, primary volume, intermediate floor, and ribbed roof, experienced disturbances over the years due to the addition of terraces and other structures near the main building. Erasing these disorderly elements and retracting the lawn to its original boundary has revitalized Vacchini’s vision of the building as a subtle filter between the concrete urban sprawl and the serene lake park.
While the building has undergone significant internal modifications, the goal has always been to preserve the original structure. Retaining most of the internal functionalities and entrances, the renovation included cleaning and slight repairs to the first elements encountered from the car park – the two crescents and their bases. Furthermore, the repurposing of internal rooms to meet contemporary needs while retaining structural integrity mirrored a judicious blend of the old and new.
The renovation project also encompassed aesthetic enhancements and functionality improvements of the front strip of the main building, which is now adorned with low vegetation, wheat, and selective plants. Furthermore, the entrance area has seen a metamorphosis, with repainting, cabin rearrangements, and a new locking system, thereby enhancing utility while ensuring the architectural essence remains untouched.
The ground floor underwent a meticulous renovation, subdividing it into specific zones that cater to different functional needs. These spaces, ranging from management areas, toilet zones, access areas with new cash desks and kiosks, to the kitchen area, were redesigned to meet contemporary standards while respecting the architectural framework crafted by Vacchini.
While many original elements have been preserved, such as the reinforced concrete walls, certain areas demanded complete renovation due to wear and non-recoverability. Despite these adjustments, the renovations maintained a deep commitment to the original architectural intent, ensuring any updates or modifications did not dilute the building’s historical and aesthetic value.
Vacchini’s creation, now breathed with new life, ensures the Lido remains relevant and functional, without eclipsing its historical essence. Transitioning from an open-air disco to a site predominantly dedicated to sport and gastronomy, the renovation preserves and promotes the cultural and architectural lineage.
The renovation of the Lido Patriziale di Ascona was not only an architectural undertaking but also an environmentally conscious project. Efforts were made to incorporate sustainable practices and materials, minimizing the environmental impact of the renovations. The use of energy-efficient lighting and climate control systems, alongside water-saving fixtures, reflects a commitment to reducing the lido’s carbon footprint. Additionally, the landscaping choices, including the integration of native plant species and the use of natural materials, further signify the project’s dedication to ecological sustainability and respect for the surrounding natural landscape.


Quartz Boulder QB12 Water Feature Kit
Quartz Boulder QB12 is a white glacial stone with random splashes of cream, core drilled as a water feature, a truly unique garden ornament. This piece looks very modern and contemporary, lighting up when the water hits its faces.
- Drilled quartz boulder water feature
- Includes water reservoir, pump, hose, clips and flow regulator
1 in stock
|Dimensions||280 × 250 × 130 mm|
25mm (water flow)


The nice thing about wildflowers is that they grow just about anywhere, and you can start from seed. There are wildflower seed mixes for wet and sunny areas, dry and shady area and everything in between. The one thing about starting anything from seed is that you need to use lots of seed. If you decide to DIY a meadow, I’d suggest buying twice the amount of seed you think you need. More seed means more chances for lots of germination. Too little seed could mean lots of weeds and unsightliness.
Anyhow, the suburban flower meadow turned out great. It did take its old sweet time to start growing.


July 25, 2013
|Who:||OPRHP staff; interested citizens|
|What:||Public information meeting regarding the preparation of a master plan for Old Croton Aqueduct State Park|
|Where:||Joseph G. Caputo Community Center, 95 Broadway, Ossining, NY|
OPRHP encourages the public to participate in the planning efforts for the park and welcome all comments and suggestions towards the development of the plan. Park staff will make a brief presentation about the planning process and the park history and receive public comments. A Public Information Meeting Packet is available on the OPRHP web site at http://nysparks.com/inside-our-agency/master-plans.aspx.
Written comments and suggestions may be submitted by August 23, 2013 to:
OPRHP -Planning Bureau
Albany, NY 12238
or emailed to:
For additional information and directions to the meeting, contact the park office at 914-693-5259.


Sand is a granular material made up of very small rock and mineral particles. It is great for drainage because water tends to pass much more quickly than soil.
- Stabilizing pavers
- Create walkways
- Great for backfill projects when mixed with gravel
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Tivoli, Italy, is home to two UNESCO World Heritage Sites -- Hadrian's Villa (an emperor's estate from the century) and some of the most spectacular gardens and fountains ever built at Villa d'Este. They're an easy day trip from Rome.
Tivoli Gardens is the second oldest amusement park in the world and served as inspiration for Disneyland. I absolutely love this park - mixture of old and new. In my opinion one of the best amusement parks in Europe.
The Avenue of 100 Fountains at the Villa D'Este. The Villa d'Este is a villa in Tivoli, near Rome, Italy. Listed as a UNESCO world heritage site, it is a fine example of Renaissance architecture and an Italian Renaissance garden.


We have 11.5 square metres of quartz grey porcelain paving available at a bargain price! This is part of a patio pack as we used the other part to create a display area in the yard. Porcelain is more durable than natural stone paving slabs. The manufactured slabs will last for years and continue to look the same as they did upon installation. Due to porcelain’s low porosity and hard-wearing, the tiles are resistant to temperature change; hence they can withstand frost damage. All our slabs are calibrated and rectified providing a consistent finish and sharp edging throughout.
Porcelain is incredibly low maintenance – whilst natural stone slabs require regular sealing and cleaning, porcelain does not. Whilst porcelain is generally more expensive than average stones it has a much longer lifespan, making it a cost-effective option ensuring a clean and contemporary look without the hassle of continuous maintenance.
£20.00 per square metre Ex. VAT
£276.00 (inc VAT)£230.00 (exc VAT)
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WPC wall panel is a new type of composite materials, made through a special process. Because of the natural fiber, WPC wall panel is not only strong UV resistance but also strong weather resistance, easy to install. WPC is resistant to moisture, anti-termites, no rot, no cracks and other characteristics, and color stability, so it will be widely used in outdoor wall decoration.
Our WPC outdoor wall panel is a safe, environmentally friendly material. No other special materials are required for assistance. The main materials are scraps and recycled plastics. It will save more natural wood resources and reduce white pollution and protect the environment. In order to ensure continuous customer satisfaction, we always buy high quality raw materials. Each piece is non-knot, the size, color and length of the same.
WPC outdoor wall panels can be used in many places, family facades, factory walls, outdoor plaza wall, are a good place to use these materials. Choosing a WPC wall panel in the long term is right because it reduces your maintenance time and reduces your stress.


ZROBIM architects is a full-service architectural and design firm, with 7 offices around the world working on residential, commercial, educational, and cultural projects. Since 2011, the firm has grown to a team of more than 80 professionals.
We are engaged in design of any scale and purpose: from private houses to administrative or public buildings and shopping centers, as well as from residential quarters to small architectural forms and landscaping. Creating architecture, not only do we design full-staged projects, but think about scenarios of human life, work, study, and leisure.
Our mission is changing the world through high-quality conceptual architecture. We create meaning and an idea for every project.


Plain Concrete : Plain concrete sometimes also known as cement is probably the easiest material in terms of upkeep and maintenance. Plain concrete is the most affordable material available. You can begin with plain concrete for your patio and when you are ready for a change, you can basically lay new patio materials over the existing the concrete flooring. Hence, you can treat it merely as a foundation layer for other patio materials discussed within this page. Furthermore, plain concrete can be a strong foundation and certainly prevent surface cracking.
Patio Dining Furniture Designs: Aside from traditional wooden patio tables and chairs, there are also other designs that are out in the market. If you want a casual feel at your dinner, then you can get casual dining furniture that are made from aluminum, plastic, wood, and other materials. For those who want to have a different but chic design, modern patio dining tables and chairs would be the best choice.
That patio lighting are designed to be decorative and functional at the same time. Make sure you consider the original color of walls surrounding the garden, other patio elements including the materials used, and the possible effects patio lights may have to overall comfort and ambience of your patio to produce the best possible lighting combination that suits your needs. When used and implemented correctly, patio lights can be great additions to your already beautiful patio design.
A patio is just one element of a garden design, but it is one of the most expensive parts of any garden build. Because the patio fulfills several different functions it needs be given careful consideration. Here are a few pointers on how to design a patio.
patio fire pit


About Waller Creek Conservancy
As a non-profit partner to the City of Austin, the Waller Creek Conservancy transforms and sustains Austin's Waller Creek, creating an extraordinary urban place that connects, surprises and inspires all of us. The vision for this one-and-a-half mile stretch of the creek in the eastern portion of downtown is a chain of parks and connected trails that will be a green artery for all of Austin to enjoy.
About Creek Show
The mission of Creek Show is to surprise and delight the community while also creating awareness about the importance of Waller Creek's transformation for Austin's social, cultural, and ecological future. An outreach program of the Waller Creek Conservancy, Creek Show supports and celebrates outstanding design that in turn sparks conversation about the transformation of Waller Creek. Launched in 2014 as a one night event, Creek Show 2017 is back for a fourth year and includes 10 nights of installations this November. Check back soon for more information on the 2017 installations!


If you’re in search of energetic landscape decorating ideas, think about including fun equipment like birdbaths and feeders. For the ultimate celebration home, incorporate a pool and patio, or consider a deck with a fire pit, outside hearth, barbecue and/or outdoor kitchen. If you’re an active, sports-loving household, add a basketball or volleyball court docket, or arrange a bocce ball or croquet area.
A bench in a backyard makes a great reading or meditation spot, whereas a weatherproof chaise lounge, sofa and chair are good for soaking up those sunny days. The best part is that the applications will set out your design in a photorealistic panorama, meaning that you get to see your design in 3D and catch any potential problems within the design stage. SmartDraw allows its customers to build landscaping plans and designs for gardens, patios, decks, and backyards, to call a number of. The software can be used for any kind of construction, whether a home or a industrial facility. Some of SmartDraw’s highlights are its landscape templates that assist you to get started faster, this system’s giant gallery of landscaping icons to play around with, and the free company assist.
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I will provide some helpful insights of every app in the sections that observe, together with some common issues which will influence your decision earlier than downloading. But earlier than you head off and simply download the iScapes or PROLandscape app, I wish to provide you with a little piece of wisdom I’ve accrued over my years of design. There is no substitute for a poor knowledge of panorama vegetation or design. Not only will it’s enjoyable, but you will be a greater designer by doing this. – You will study typical houseplants on this offbeat site together with how these vegetation may be originated out of your garden. It has factors on the way to create some nice crops which might be useful for ornamental and useful functions alike.
The days of landscape design by paper are over, as software makes it a lot simpler to design gardens. The capability to digitally edit and add to your plans to update them is extra person-pleasant and environment friendly. This free 3D panorama design software program has a rich online object library that includes numerous materials, so you’ll be able to easily complement your design presentation with any desired merchandise.
For instance, you’ll be able to choose vegetation, patios, textures, furniture, decorations and more. As I have made many attempts and plenty of errors, I decided the best strategy was to hire a landscape architect to design and implement enhancements over time. Danna came out and listened fastidiously to what I hoped to attain and reviewed my budget consderations for the coming years. My first concern was addressing a water problem in my storage as a result of poor grading. Second on my list was a goal to remove over-grown and unattractive vegetation. Danna offered me with 3 stunning choices for the entrance yard. I had favorites with each of the plans so Danna provided a last draft incorporating what I liked of each into one.


Blue Mountain Landscape offers a complete line of services including Design, Irrigation, Construction, Vegetation, Erosion Control and Maintenance for all seasons, including snow removal.
Blue Mountain Landscape, Inc. is Colorado's premier landscape design and services provider to the Front Range of Colorado. With over 20 years of experience in residential and commercial landscaping, working with the top residential builders and commercial construction companies in the state, we create functional landscape designs that fulfill homeowners and business owner's needs and desires.
Blue Mountain Erosion Control provides commercial erosion control services for constuction and development projects to keep your company in accordance with all state and local regulations.
Check out our work here -- from Residential to Commericial we've done most everything to the exacting standards of our company -- and more importantly our clients.


For lighting up gardens, pathways and stairs, Shine’s Garden Spike Lights provide an array of options in multiple design styles and to complement every small details you’ve added to make the gardens look good.
Even light spot with COB light source.
Aluminium reflector with reflective efficiency > 95%.
High efficiency constant current power supply.
Lens for uni-directional light
Model : SHSP 3003
Dimensions : Height=75, Outer Diameter=42
Led Driver : Input: 240V (100-300)AC 50 Hz.
Housing: Die cast aluminum housing with heat sink for optimum thermal management of L.E.D Source.


Dotys win the Betty Crocker Landscape Award
Joyce and Ed Doty have been named winners in the inaugural year of the Betty Crocker Landscape Award program for the development of a 240-acre botanical garden and hardwood plantation on the North Shore.
The Dotys was among 13 island groups and individuals that were named winners in the program. An award of excellence was given to the couple for their work.
The Dotys and the other program winners will be honored during a reception and ceremony at the Outrigger Canoe Club on Oahu from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on June 23.
The awards were named for Betty Crocker, the founder of Scenic Hawaii, an Oahu-based organization that advocates the protection of Hawaii’s natural beauty and cultural and historic resources.
For 30 years, Crocker has strived to preserve scenic views in Hawaii.
The sponsors of the program noted that the Dotys transformed an abandoned area of cane scrub, reeds, and pasture into a “spectacular” botanical garden.
The Dotys started the project as a private garden, and over time expanded it into 12 diverse areas that now includes a hedge maze, a tropical lagoon, a desert garden, a bog house, a wilderness forest and a beach meadow.


Green Space Survey
Have your say on parks and green spaces in Sandwell Do you live in Sandwell? We want to know what you love about parks and green spaces - and where you think we can make improvements. Please fill in our survey and your views will be used to help the future planning, provision and improvement of green spaces in Sandwell. Respond by Sunday 17 March 2019 and you could win one of six family tickets to Sandwell Park Farm. Fill in the parks and green space survey.
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The RS Uplight from FX Luminaire allows for easy use of different lamps to create various custom effects. Its durable, corrosive-resistant bronze aluminum makeup, unmatched versatility, and customizable-friendly installation options shove this light to the head of the FX Uplight family table.
An industry-leading manufacturer of landscape and architectural lighting products for more than 30 years, FX Luminaire focuses on the advancement of LED landscape lighting technology and digital lighting control.
FX Accent Lights are the pinnacle of versatility and durability, providing superior performance under most weather conditions. An excellent choice for a variety of applications, including spotlighting, floodlighting, backlighting, and uplighting, accent lights can be mounted in-grade as well as on walls or trees. Accent lighting adds visual interest for a striking effect that emphasizes a certain object or area with a gripped focus rather than illuminating the entire area.
|Light Output (Lumens)
|10 - 15V
|Color Rendering Index


Red Dragon® Hibiscus
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 'Mongon'
Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers.
Your plant(s) will begin shipping to Michigan on April 16th, 2021. As all of our plants are actively growing, we will only deliver them once they meet our rigorous quality and size standards.
|Botanical Pronunciation||hi-BIS-kus ROH-zuh si-NEN-sis|
|Average Size at Maturity||Moderate growing; reaches 6 to 8 ft. tall, 3 to 4 ft. wide.|
|Bloom Time||Summer; nearly year-round in mild climates.|
|Design Ideas||Place at a garden focal point for color that will draw the eye. Mix with other hibscus for tropical color effects. Surround it and back it with foliage plants to set off its hot colors. Use along paths for a strikingly colored allee.|
|Flower Attribute||Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers|
|Foliage Color||Dark Green|
|Landscape Use||Border, Container, Hedge, Houseplant, Privacy Screen, Specimen, Cutting Garden, Coastal Exposure, Urban Garden|
|Light Needs||Full sun|
|Soil Needs||Tree & Shrub Food|
|Special Feature||Gift Plant, Year-round Interest|
|Watering Needs||Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers.|
Thrives in well-drained, enriched soils with neutral to slightly acidic pH. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Fertilize before new growth begins in spring. For a formal appearance, prune annually after flowering.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 10 - 11


Begin an enchanting journey where creativity melds effortlessly with rugged elegance in the extraordinary world of Crazy Paving Tumbled. This innovative landscaping style effortlessly transcends ordinary surfaces, weaving the spontaneity of irregular stones with the time-worn allure of a tumbled finish. Like a canvas for a wild artist, each stone contributes to an unpredictable mosaic, boldly defying conformity. With a subtle nod to history, the weathered charm beckons you to wander along pathways that echo the passage of time. Beyond simple paving, it extends an invitation to embrace the unexpected, where every step becomes a dance on a canvas painted with eccentricity and enduring beauty.
What makes Crazy Paving Tumbled truly extraordinary is its departure from the ordinary. It’s not merely a form of paving; it’s a celebration of asymmetry, an avant-garde expression of irregular forms breaking free from the monotony of conventional designs. This innovative landscaping style introduces a dynamic and eclectic surface, a canvas where stones with varying shapes and sizes collaborate in a free-flowing expression. The irregular shapes not only create visual interest but also contribute to a unique tactile experience, inviting you to engage with the surface on a deeper level. With Crazy Paving Tumbled, outdoor spaces become dynamic canvases of artistry, history, and enduring beauty.


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Vibrant scarlet-red plumes of Astilbe Red Sentinel sway above lacy medium forest green foliage. The mahoghany-red stems make a nice complement to the plume color. Airy plumes in summer move with the slightest breeze.
Astilbe are mainstays of shade and woodland gardens. They combine well with other moisture loving plants like Brunnera, Ligularia, Lobelia and Hosta.
5064 Milford Road, East Stroudsburg, PA
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Seth H. Richards
Locally owned and Family Operated Since 1932.
Dr. John Richards established Richards Tree Farm in Middle Smithfield, PA as an evergreen farm. Building on those roots, his Great Grandson, Seth Hastings Richards, has grown the farm into a full service Garden Center and Landscape installation business for the past 25 years. The farm specializes in Organic Gardening, Edible, Native, and Unique plants.


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