Pack Of Two Straight Natural Timber Border Fences
A pack of two straight edging lengths manufactured from high-quality pressure treated natural timber. These fantastic border fences are perfect for creating strong and beautiful straight borders. On each end there are spikes which are easily installed into soft ground such as soil or grass which also removes the need for additional fixing pegs.
- Spikes at each end for easy fixing
- No need for additional fixing pegs
- Pressure treated against rot
- Natural timber finish
- Sold in packs of two or four
|Dimensions||1020 × 225 mm|


American Pie® Cherry Pie Dianthus
Dianthus hybrid 'Wp19 Pie65' PP #32,445
|A stunning new hybrid pink, with delectably fragrant, deep red blooms above mounded silver foliage. Prolific flowers are held on sturdy stems that do not flop! A long-lasting cut flower. Tidy, compact habit is perfect for patio containers, borders, and cutting gardens.
|Full sun, Partial sun
|Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
|Spring, summer, fall
|Moderate growing; mounding form reaches 11 in. tall and wide.
|Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Compact Form
|Flowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers
|Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent.
|Provide enriched, neutral to slightly alkaline, loose, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates mild, periodic drought. Fertilize regularly during the growing season. Remove spent blooms to encourage heavier blooming.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 4-9
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.


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While we offer free design services to our customers, a lot of people like to have a general idea or plan before they come visit us. Thinking about design purpose, layout, and your landscaping we will give you several things to ponder as well as some tips for beginning to design your outdoor space.
Three things to consider:
- First let's talk about the purpose for your outdoor area. Are you wanting a place to eat, a place to relax or entertain, or all of the above? Choosing what you will use your area for most will make it easier to choose your layout and furniture.
- Once you have found your spaces purpose, you can then look at the layout. Do you have one area where you plan to spend time or do you want multiple different areas (ie. one for eating and one for relaxing, etc)?
- The other thing you have to consider when planning, is your natural scenery. Do you have a particular view you're trying to focus on, like the lake?
The Natural Elements
- When thinking about your landscape and surroundings, make sure you factor in the sun. Will you need shade to block the sun or heat from your outdoor area? We offer several shade options including retractable shade, umbrellas, pergolas, and more. Shop Shade
- Do you have a view of sun rise and sun set? Should you focus mainly on the view or can you also include the rising and setting sun in your natural landscape?
- Do you live in a windy area? We have a lot of homes on the side of cliffs near the lake here and wind is a frequent factor for those customers. Do you need to block the wind from your fire pit or would you like an area to enjoy the breeze?
- Keep your current landscaping, foundation, or groundwork in mind when planning your outdoor space. You can utilize existing groundwork such as patios, wood decking, or pavers.
- You can also utilize the greenery and beautiful views when deciding where to place your outdoor areas and in what direction. You can also use a garden or other landscaping to spruce your area up.
When thinking about ambience, most people think of fire, water, and light. From fire pits, to water fountains, to outdoor lighting, we can help you with any ambience items you may want!
Fire: Extend your outdoor season in both the Spring and Autumn with a fire pit. Enjoy the low glow and dancing fire, while you entertain friends or just unwind with family. A fire pit is a feature that is good for almost all year around in our part of the country. Shop Fire
Water: We offer everything from water fountains to bird feeders. Let the sound of water relax you while you enjoy your outdoor space. If you're lucky enough to have a natural water source, you might considering designing your space around that.
Light: While a fire pit will offer quite a bit of ambient light, there are several other options as well. In our showroom and online we sell string lights as well as lanterns and outdoor candles. We also have Bluetooth speakers that feature glowing light shows and more. Shop Lighting
Décor: Finish off your look with pillows, outdoor wall art, fun cups, and a cool new cooler. Accessories are the perfect way to change your area frequently without completely redesigning. Shop Décor
We offer everything you need; from design services, to furniture, fire pits, grills, and décor, to free delivery. When you shop with us you truly get full service!
Stop by our fully stocked showroom in Kimberling City
Monday - Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM


OM Design is a design service specializing in outdoor living design and virtual 3-D designs. Behind the scenes is designer Sonja Cellucci. Sonja, originally from the northwest suburbs of Chicago, relocated to sunny Arizona where she began her career as an outdoor designer building pools in 2014. She currently also resides near the Gulf Coast of Florida, and enjoys working between both the tropical and desert climates.
Sonja has always had a love for the outdoors, landscaping, water and design. After studying at Northern Arizona University and graduating with her Bachelor's Degree in Interior Design, she knew she wanted to pursue outdoor design and create beautiful spaces for clients to enjoy as much as the inside of their home.
With her experience in all aspects of design and project management, including CAD drafting, rendering, material specifications, construction documentation and permitting, estimating, field management, and virtual 3-D design, she is equipped to assist with any phase of a project.
With a unique style and passion for creating comfortable and enjoyable spaces, Open Mind Design was created in 2014 to offer design services not only to local clients in Arizona & Florida, but also throughout the country with virtual conceptual designs conveniently delivery to your inbox.
Sonja has thoughtfully helped numerous clients plan and build spaces to enjoy life outside. She has worked on a variety of projects that cover nearly every element of outdoor design.
What do you get with an OM Design?
Professional design techniques are tailored to each project's scope.
With experience from conceptual design to directing complete installations, our design aspect is unique as we see it from all angles. We want designs to be functional in a sense that works with you and your environment.
Outdoor living is our speciality.
Realistic 3D renderings of your new space. There is no guesswork when you can see the final look before construction.
This is so helpful in so many stages!
At the end of your project you receive a conceptual design booklet summarizing your project's plan.
2D construction plans and connections to contractors who can install the design. With help from us, the process is easy. Or simply send your design docs. to your contractor of choice.
COMPLETE exterior design
swimming pool design
OUTDOOR Lighting DESIGN
outdoor kitchen design
xeriscaping & waterwise gardens
indoor-outdoor plant styling
feng shui principles
interior design (SELECT PROJECTS & LOCATIONS)
material boards & MORE
INSTALLS IN ARIZONA INCLUDE: SCOTTSDALE, CAVE CREEK, FOUNTAIN HILLS, CAREFREE, RIO VERDE, PARADISE VALLEY, TEMPE, PHOENIX, MESA, GILBERT, CHANDLER, QUEEN CREEK
INSTALLS IN FLORIDA INCLUDE SURROUNDING TAMPA BAY AREA
How I can help...
“My mission is to create a functional and aesthetic space to fit your outdoor lifestyle needs and dreams. My inspiration comes from the balance and flow each space is capable of achieving, and is executed with my attention to detail. I enjoy creating unique spaces that will last for clients to enjoy for years to come.”
- A note from Designer, Sonja Cellucci


THE ART OF ILLUMINATION
With over 20 years of experience, our award-winning design and installation team provides professional outdoor lighting solutions that add value and enhance the ambiance of your property into the evening hours, year round. Our team takes pride in implementing our creativity to design and install elegant lighting systems specifically tailored to your lifestyle.
Lightscapes’ success has been built on the strong relationships created with clients and the ongoing customer service we provide. Covering the Golden Horseshoe and Muskoka, Lightscapes uses the art of illumination to create a naturally-balanced nightscape for you to enjoy. Using our experience and artistry, we will design a lighting system for you that showcases your home and landscape. Your property will come alive at night with its very own custom lightscape.
Lightscapes offers the professional design and installation of LED landscape and architectural lighting.
We provide an array of stunning, state-of-the-art fixtures to enhance any detail of your property.
If you already have a lighting system, we can update fixtures and refresh the setup to accommodate any changes that have been made to your outdoor living space.


The reworking of Palo Alto Municipal Golf Course, which has been renamed Baylands Golf Links, is nearing completion.
Golf course architect Forrest Richardson has been overseeing the project on the original William F. Bell design of the course, which has been plagued by flooding from nearby San Francisquito Creek in Palo Alto.
“It began as work to make way for flood control,” Richardson said. “We quickly focused on how the community could benefit in many more ways, such as returning the environment to natural habitat and opening the golf course to more diverse use.
“It was the classic domino effect. We looked at all options with the best outcome being a fresh look at everything. It also gave us the chance to replace some very old and tired infrastructure.”
After consultation with engineers, Richardson decided to shift San Francisquito Creek closer to the golf course and raise the heights of the levees. Although the project faced delays because of concerns about the protection of endangered species, approval for the plan was granted in summer 2016.
The course, which will reopen next Spring, is located in the Silicon Valley, between the main campuses of Facebook and Google, and is not far from Stanford University.
The reworked layout features five par-3 holes, five par-5s and will play to a maximum length of 6,800 yards over its 18 holes.
One new feature is the shared 20,000 square foot green complex on the third and 15th holes. The 14th hole features two separate greens, one a classic punchbowl design, while the alternate green is on a small peninsula in a wetland.
More than non-indigenous 600 trees were removed from the course, with 40 acres replanted with trees and grasses native to the San Francisco Bay Area.
Almost 500,000 cubic yards of earth was moved during construction, which was led by Wadsworth Golf Construction. Wadsworth’s team has worked alongside representatives from Toro, Watertronics, Better Billy Bunker and Profile Products.
The greens feature Pure Select bentgrass, while Platinum TE Paspalum is planted on the fairways and in the rough.


RIBA stage one team chosen for York Castle Museum redevelopment
Alison Brooks Architects
Alison Brooks to lead design work in preparation for funding campaign
In October 2018, York Museums Trust invited expressions of interest from architects for the multi-million pound redevelopment of the York Castle Museum to a RIBA Stage 1 level of design information, with a view to supporting an application to the Heritage Lottery Fund. Now, the winning team has been revealed as follows:
Lead Architect – Alison Brooks Architects working with Richard Griffiths Architects, Purcell Architecture and Todd Longstaff - Gowan Landscape Design
Exhibition and Interpretation Design – Real Studios
Structural Engineers – BDP
Quantity Surveyors – Appleyard and Trew
Mechanical and Electrical Engineers – BuroHappold Engineering
The expansion will create a new building alongside temporary exhibition spaces and immersive visitor experiences, enabling the history of the York Castle and Eye of York site to be told for the first time. Overall, the proposed development will be a significant part of the City of York Council’s plans for the regeneration of the Castle Gateway, including the possibility of a new riverside walkway.
On the announcement, Paul Lambert, head of strategy, finance and corporate services, said: “The number of applicants for the project has been phenomenal; this was a very competitive appointment. We are thrilled that we now have our RIBA stage one design team in place and we look forward to working with them on the next steps in realising our ambitious plans for the museum. We are continuing to work closely with the City of York Council and English Heritage so that our plans enhance and complement the wider vision for the Castle Gateway area.”
The team will now oversee the creation of masterplan and concept designs for the re-imagined museum in preparation for the funding campaign.
TenderStream Head of Research
The call for expressions of interest was first published by TenderStream on 04.10.2018 here


Adjacent to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Gatlinburg is one of most popular tourist destinations in the country. To give visitors an uncluttered view of the mountain panorama and attract new investment, the City wanted a riverwalk and streetscape to match the context of the mountain village.
Barge Waggoner came up with a multi-phased plan that included master planning, surveying, engineering, landscape architecture, and project management. Almost three miles of overhead utilities including power, telephone, and cable services have been placed underground to clear the view to the Great Smoky Mountains.
Now in Phase VII after several years of work, the improvements have spurred more than $60 million in new private and public investment and significantly improved the visitors' experience of this tourist destination village. Gatlinburg was named one of the nation's "Top Ten Prettiest Towns" by Forbes Magazine in 2012.


Ilex verticillata 'FarrowBPop'
Berry Poppins® Winterberry Holly
Leaves drop early, displaying the large colorful berries. Fruit stays on the plant through most of the winter, making it an important food source. Plant 1 Mr. Poppins for every 5-10.
- Patent No: PP#25,835
- Height: 3' – 4'
- Width: 3' – 4'
- Soil Conditions: Moist/Well Drained
- Flower Color: White
- Bloom Time: May
- Hardiness Zone: 3 To 9
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- Ornamental Fruit
- Attracts Wildlife
- Deer Resistant
- Sun to Part Shade
- Moist/Well Drained


Borovitskaya Square newly built in the very heart of Moscow is important as part of Moscow government program for the improvement of the capital city of Russia. The development of public spaces around the Kremlin - “Kremlin Ring” - was presented to UNESCO and includes Borovitskaya Square and other significant improvements - such as development of Zaradye Park.
The project of improvement of Borovitskaya Square was chosen in the result of the architectural competition held with the support of Moscow City Committee for Architecture and Urban Planning.
The monument to Prince Vladimir was approved long before. There was also the initial project of Borovitsky Square in declamatory archaic style with using granite and the lack of greenery.
It was decided to develop a new project, corresponding to the spirit of the time and the character of a dynamic Moscow metropolis. The area needed to be made as a relevant public space.
Architects had to work with the initial context, with the monument itself, to make the sculpture an organic part of the new public space. AI-architects found a laconic solution and created a perfect example of public space improvement in the heart of Moscow. The square became popular among citizens and tourists: every day and every night they walk, take pictures on the background of the Kremlin, sit on the steps.
Ai-architects created the illusion of water drop with radiating circles, drawing attention of the jury. In their project, which was based on strict technical specifications, everything was designed in details — from the place of the central monument to Prince Vladimir and walking routs planning to consideration of the exploitation of the square.
Vladimir the 1stI, byname Saint Vladimir or Vladimir the Great, (956 – 1015), grand prince of Kiev and first Christian ruler in Kievan Rus, whose consolidated the provinces of Kiev and Novgorod into a single state, and whose determined the course of Christianity in the region.
‘The project by AI-architects is the allusion that brings us to the story of the Christianization of Rus. It appears as if water is flowing around the monument: the stone steps, as planned by the architects, represent circles radiating on the water from a falling water drop’, said Sergey Kuznetsov, the Chief Architect of Moscow.
‘Initially our work was built on investigation of the site and the area, where the square lays. Idea of circles radiating on the water was performed by radial form of steps and spot lights spinning spiral round in the lawn. There are lots of constraints on the territory of Borovitsky hill: this is a protected area, which is also under Federal Protective Service’s supervision, and there are many things which cannot be done there, and the task assigned by Chief Moscow Architect is to improve the square. So, we decided to think over what is necessary to be done for people’s convenience’, said Ivan Kolmanok, cofounder of the AI-architects.
Earlier people which were heading from the metro not went round the hill but crossed it even when there was mud and ice. And architects decided to improve this route.
Today the square is crossed by steps composed of 1700 individual stone pieces, each step has reinforced concrete base with holes through which lawn can grow. 700 linear meters of diode lighting are included into the base of steps. 280 small bulbs are buried in earth, staying invisible at day-time they make an effect of twinkling grass at night. Drivers passing the square see waves of light radiating on the lawn. The spot lights have different modes of work. In ‘holiday’ mode the lights are radiating from top downward, and the second mode — standard: twinkling, imitating rips on the water surface. Lightning fixture with white LEDs 9 800 meters in radius was installed into the square foundation, located around the pedestal of the monument.
A green array of trees of the Alexander Garden near the Kremlin is connected to a new array of squares, closing into a single green veil. On the square, near the monument, the trees are molded (a clear cut is cut out) into the correct geometric shape of the semicircle around the monument, forming a solemn strict wings for the monument and focusing on it. Optionally, the edge of the area is filled with water. In winter the water warms up and soars.
Architects also wanted to install meteorological station which could read weather conditions and automatic equipment would switch lightning modes.
Architectural bureau AI-architects received an award for the development of the concept of improvement of Borovitskaya Square and contribution to the preservation of the cultural and historical appearance of the capital.


Niles Audio Outdoor GeoRealistic and Discrete Garden Speakers
Having speakers at any type of social function adds to the mood and environment created – as long as you have some music to pump out of them. If form takes precedence over function, then Nile Audio GeoRealistic speakers would be the next logical addition to a backyard pool party. Instead of hauling out larger speakers like KSC KW122’s, which are more suited to formal occasions and parties, Nile Audio’s speakers are meant to be heard and not seen.
They come in a variety of natural shapes like rock garden rocks, but are also created to simulate potted plants and planters. They are also created with materials built to withstand their environment they are set in.


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Tippland Irish Moss Peat is a completely natural, free from additives product. It helps provide a healthy environment to aid plant growth. It can be used to improve a lawn, as an ingredient in mulching material or used in compost making.


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Hydrangea anomala subsp petiolaris
(Climbing Hydrangea) A handsome, versatile climber, Hydrangea anomala subsp petiolaris has fresh-green foliage and lovely white lacecap-style flower clusters, up to 25cm (10 inches) across in early summer.
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A handsome, versatile climber, Hydrangea anomala subsp petiolaris has fresh-green foliage and lovely white lacecap-style flower clusters, up to 25cm (10 inches) across in early summer.
When established, this makes a stunning, self-clinging wall plant and can also grow as an interesting and unusual ground cover plant in the absence of a support up which to climb.
- Position: Full sun or shade.
- Soil: Well drained, fertile soil.
- Hardiness: Hardy
- Flowering Period: May - July.
- Flower Colour: White
- Rate of Growth: Slow until established then moderate.
- Habit: Hydrangea anomala subsp petiolaris grows to be a large, self-clinging climbing plant.
- Height: up to 15 m (50 ft) - can be pruned for smaller areas if required.
- Spread: 5 m (16 ft)
- Notes: Hydrangea anomala subsp. petiolaris is particularly suitable for growing against a shady, north facing wall.
- How Much Sun
- Full Sun, Partial or Dappled Shade, Shade
- Mature Size
- Climber - Large (over 20 ft), Climber - Medium (10 - 20 ft)
- Growing Conditions
- Soil Type: Most Soils (not to fussy), Soil Type: Acid, Special: Coastal Areas, Soil Type: Dry / Sandy
- Special Features
- Flowering Season - Summer (June - August)
- On sale!


June 25, 2018 – Work has begun on a $30,000 BlueScaping project to improve the Omemee beach. The joint project with the City of Kawartha Lakes Parks and Recreation Department is supported by two grants from the RBC Foundation and the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change.
On Wednesday, Kawartha Conservation Stewardship staff joined the City’s Parks and Recreation staff to remove a large section of phragmites from the Omemee beach area.
“For the first phase of this multi-phase project, we were joined by City parks staff to cut down the phragmites patch that has taken over a portion of the east side of the Omemee beach,” said Stewardship Outreach Technician, Emily Johnson. “Using hand tools to remove the highly invasive plants, we removed a total of 20 bags of biomass that were subsequently disposed of at the landfill. This is the first step in an eradication plan that will take place throughout the summer.”
Kristie Virgoe, Director of Stewardship and Conservation Areas explained the project will not only positively impact the community from an environmental perspective, but a beautification one as well.
“We are excited to be able to work with the City’s Parks and Recreation Department, as well as community members and volunteers to beautify the Omemee beach through this BlueScaping initiative,” Ms. Virgoe said. “The Omemee beach is a popular destination for residents and visitors during the busy summer season, as well as shoulder seasons, and being able to address a lot of the invasive species and storm water runoff through this project will benefit the entire community for years to come.”
Working closely with City parks staff, the BlueScaping project will engage residents across the community while developing shoreline benefits, education, awareness and improved water quality.
Kawartha Conservation Stewardship Coordinator Holly Shipclark explained the multi-phase project will address a number of issues at the Omemee beach.
“The project will involve creating a rain garden at the Omemee beach, naturalization on the shoreline, removal of more than 500 square feet of invasive plants, adding more than 250 native plants, and installing interpretive signage,” said Ms. Shipclark. “Funds will also support three public workshops and a rainwater harvesting demonstration at the Omemee beach.
“This is the seventh year in a row that we have benefitted from RBC Foundation support for lake plan implementation projects,” said Ms. Shipclark. “RBC’s support has been, and continues to be, invaluable in helping to improve lake health and the environment throughout Kawartha Lakes. It is great to have their support and the support of our municipal partners to make these types of projects a reality across our communities.”


sep 23, 2011
Milstein Hall is officially open !
Cornell University's new AAP buiding addition is completed after 2 years of constructionREAD MORE
sep 22, 2011
Check out BNMC Streetscape in construction
BNMC Streetscape is under construction now.READ MORE
sep 19, 2011 / 6-9 PM
Kate Orff & GOOD Design @ Urban Design Week
Revisioning the City / Urban Design Week 2011
6-9 PM, Sept. 19th @ Museum at Eldridge Street
sep 2, 2011
SCAPE is a selected finalist for Portal To The Point Design Ideas Exploration
Portal To The Point: A Design Ideas ExplorationREAD MORE
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jan 17, 2011
Kate talked to Harvard Design Magazine about the state of landscape architecture as a discipline, Oyster-tecture, responses to global challenge, and more.
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Water features can make a dramatic difference in the appearance of your home. The pond and other water features in our garden add to the beauty of the landscape. A well-designed backyard pond offers a variety of additional benefits to its aesthetic appeal. A gorgeous and well-lighted water feature is likely to become the central focus of your property due to its aesthetic appeal. Colorful plants and fish will add to the visual appeal. At the same time, other features such as waterfalls, fountains, statues, and distinctive lighting will contribute to the overall appeal of the garden or landscape.
To achieve the stunning water features in your backyard, you must hire a certified aquascape contractor. Today, we’ll look at why hiring a Master Certified Aquascape Contractor is essential.
Quality of Works
A Master CAC must undergo a lengthy application process, including demonstrating their technical expertise and credentials. A Certified Aquascape Contractor do more than just rebuild or renovate ponds; they also design and construct them from the ground up. That is why their quality of work is precious and beyond expectation, not your typical pond builder. Every project that a Master CAC installs is of the highest quality of materials and outcomes, with artistry to match that high standard of quality.
Continues to Improve Skills
A Certified Aquascape Contractor must constantly improve their skills and expertise. As a result, attending classes, workshops, and seminars is crucial. These training and seminars aim to bring knowledge about the most recent aquatic construction trends, allowing Master CACs to stay ahead of the competition. Thus, hiring a Certified Aquascape Contractor is essential to keep your pond designed on trends beautifully.
Commitment and Dedication
A Certified Aquascape Contractor is committed and dedicated to their work. Since they are focused on pond construction, their dedication is highly valued. Although they may seem to work as simple as pond installers, they are committed to providing fantastic work, offering their knowledge and experience to every project. Their hard-earned knowledge and skills make every Master CAC deliver valuable commitment and dedication to every project.
Sense of Creativity
A Master CAC’s are artists in mind and works. They have a strong sense of creativity that will turn every construction into a work of art. They use different methods and elements like large and small rocks, rock formations, and plants to create gorgeous scenery site and feature that appears natural and beautiful in the landscape. Ensuring proper plans, timeframes, and teamwork are all critical factors in successfully constructing the dream pond of every homeowner.
When collaborating on a given project, professionalism is a critical aspect of the work’s success. As a result, those hired Master CAC must have a professional attitude. A Certified Aquascape Contractor can provide professionalism, on-time completion of the project, trust, proper communication, and the ability to follow through on its obligations. Being a professional contractor combines almost all aspects that collaboration needs. To successfully achieve the project and beautifully create a work of art.
Ponds in the backyard provide a variety of benefits. A one-of-a-kind and well-constructed pond can provide outdoor pleasure due to many aquatic animals and a beautiful spot for relaxation. Adding a pond to the exterior of your property will immediately improve its appearance. It offers a stress-relieving environment by combining plants, furniture, and other decorative pieces at any time of year. In addition, it can increase the market value of your property.
On the other hand, Master Certified Aquascape Contractors are the most qualified and skilled pond installers. Looking for one can be challenging, but you should not worry. Remember, hiring a Master CAC should rely on their actual works, don’t hesitate to ask for their portfolio. You don’t have to be stressed thinking about your dream pond and landscape in Vermont. We are Vermont’s number 1 Master Certified Aquascape Contractor.
CHAMPLAIN VALLEY SITE WORK for all your pond dream design or outdoor features such as Patios, Walkways, Retaining Walls, Landscape Design, Drainage systems. Located in Vermont and offers free estimates. You can guarantee that all the above benefits of hiring a Master Certified Aquascape Contractor are with CHAMPLAIN VALLEY SITE WORK. Drop us your inquiry through our Facebook page or fill up our free estimation contact page. GET YOUR QUOTE NOW!


In 2006, a Design Grant from the Collaborative helped Albert M. Greenfield Elementary School envision and build a groundbreaking green schoolyard. Fast forward ten years and Greenfield students and their science teacher have completed a five-year field research project tracking biomes and wildlife in Greenfield's rain garden. The study has been submitted for a CEQ-EPA Presidential Innovation Award for Environmental Educators. See our preliminary design for Greening Greenfield.
Notes from the Field highlights the successes of our nonprofit partners and documents the ongoing impact of the Collaborative's Design Grants. Learn more about the preliminary design services and volunteer expertise contributed through this Design Grant here.


Corylopsis Pauciflora. This is an utterly gorgeous shrub. Everything about it is just sensational. The color - rich buttery yellow flowers with a faint green tint at its base. The shape - darling little bell shaped flowers on bare arching branches. I appreciate how early the Hamamelis/Witch hazels flower. I take a million photos of them when I see them but I get home and I never really like them. There's something a little alien about their spidery shapes and something a little showy about their color. I'm convinced that a little later and a lot prettier is the way to go with this more early spring than winter flowering Japanese Winterhazel. It needs room though, wider than it is tall. It looked spectacular casting shadows against a wall and arched over a bed of dark green Ivy at BBG. Must.Have.


Published at Tuesday, February 05th, 2019 - 21:40:51 PM. stones. By Pierrette Marques.
Paving stones have got many uses apart from making roads. There is a wide variety of paving stones available in market today. One can choose from this range as per his priorities. This wide range includes different textures, colours, shapes, designs etc of paving stones. One can choose from this variety on the basis of the place where the pavement is required to be made. The best part here is that one can use paving stones to add extra beauty to their house’s exterior.
If you have a small garden and would like to make it a cosy area, you could use cobblestones. Cobblestone ideas include a stone age design and a simulated rock design. The stone age design creates a cosy and romantic ambience which takes you back to the days of horse drawn carriages. It gives your garden a warm and inviting feeling which can make any one feel welcome in your garden.
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Queens, Brooklyn Masonry Contractor, Stone Contractor | Nunez Construction Inc.
Nunez Construction Inc. assists with your project from design & selection to Installation & maintenance.
A few types of our stonework installations include:
- Retaining Walls
- Pool Deck Remodeling
- Garden Walkways
Planning starts with a clear idea of what you want to accomplish. Detailed measurements of the project area are necessary to determine product quantities and project budget.
With the selection of textures, patterns and shapes that we offer, we can help design your project and determine costs.
Call us today at 718-219-1257 or fill out our online request form and we’ll come to your location and give you a FREE consultation to see what will best fit your budget and needs.


Construction has started on a new golf course, designed by Chris Wilczynski, at Astor Creek Country Club in Port St. Lucie, Florida.
Wilczynski was appointed by real estate developer Kolter Homes, beginning design work in April 2021. His plan includes an 18-hole course, a driving range, a three-acre short-game area and a large putting green. The new course will feature wide corridors, allowing homes within the private residential community of Port St. Lucie to enjoy long views of the course.
“We’re essentially striving to create a golfer’s utopia from a dead-flat piece of property that was once a citrus farm,” said Wilczynski. “We’ll be moving nearly 850,000 cubic yards of soil excavated from lakes to create the dimension and character of the course then layer in a variety of Florida vegetation – primarily oaks, palms, pines and native grasses to accentuate its lines, give it texture, and colour.”
Wilcynski is being supported on the project by Ryan Golf, Atwell Group, Thomas Engineering Group, Cotleur & Hearing, A.S. Altum & Associates and Hampton Golf.
“Our vision is for golfers to enjoy a blend of tranquility and ease of playability,” said Wilczynski. “We’re designing a course for today’s golfer – one who loves beauty and a challenge and wants to have fun.”
The course is scheduled to open in 2023.


When you enroll in the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP), there is a long list of conservation practices, or CPs, that you can put into action to improve the condition of your land.
One of the most common CPs is known as a conservation buffer. Conservation buffers, also called buffer strips, can not only enhance your farmland but provide environmental and economic benefits as well.
Here, we will discuss the many advantages of conservation buffers and how you can begin to establish them on your farm.
What is a conservation buffer?
Conservation buffers are strips of land established around row crops. These areas are strategically planted with permanent vegetation, often native species, to intercept sediment, pollutants, and nutrients to improve waterways. Additionally, they protect the health of the soil and provide other environmental benefits.
There are different types of buffer strips that can be used for a variety of purposes. For example, contour grass strips can be grown to reduce wind, while filter strips are planted to slow water runoff. Grass waterways, riparian buffers, and prairie strips are other commonly used buffer strips. Many CRP practices are specifically designed to implement these buffers.
How do conservation buffers benefit your land?
Protect marginal land
Through CRP, conservation buffers can be established to protect marginal land that is prone to erosion issues. These areas are typically also lower yielding land due to the loss of topsoil through erosion.
Planting buffer strips in these vulnerable areas helps stabilize the land and improve the health of the soil. In turn, the land stays out of agricultural production, so it has time to recover and restore.
Reduce soil erosion
In addition, buffer strips also improve the soil on your land by reducing erosion. The grasses, shrubs, and trees that are planted as conservation buffers cover and protect the soil from wind, rain, and ice.
They help prevent all different types of erosion, including sheet, rill, and gulley erosion. Ultimately, the more erosion can be reduced, the better the health of the land for future production. Since the US is currently running out of soil, protecting vulnerable soil is one of the top priorities of many conservation efforts today.
Improve water quality
Buffers like filter strips and riparian buffers are used to trap runoff before it enters streams, rivers and lakes. They are also efficient at slowing water flow to further limit runoff. This prevents sediment, pesticides, and other harmful pollutants from contaminating nearby water sources.
By using conservation buffers, studies have shown that more than 75% of sediment can be removed from runoff, as well as 60% of pathogens and 50% of harmful nutrients and pesticides.
Establish wildlife habitat
The grasses, trees, and other species planted as buffer strips also help enhance the local wildlife habitat. Native species are particularly beneficial, as they have evolved over thousands of years to survive in their region.
Since they are already adapted to these plants, local wildlife can benefit significantly from the habitat provided by native species. In particular, buffers can boost crucial pollinator habitats, whose current habitat is dwindling at an alarming rate. As pollinators contribute to the fertilization of more than ¾ of the world’s flowering species, providing them with a stable habitat further secures the world’s food supply.
Utilizing conservation buffers is an effective way to incorporate sustainable agricultural practices onto your land. For centuries, crop production has reduced the quality of land all over the world due to overuse. As time goes on, the amount of productive, usable soil diminishes.
To ensure the food supply for future generations, sustainable practices must be used to slow the degradation. By implementing these practices, you can help safeguard the future of agricultural production.
Conservation buffers are sustainable & economically beneficial
In addition to their environmental benefits, conservation buffers offer economic advantages for farmers as well. CRP provides financial incentives for establishing buffers on your land, based on your soil’s productivity and the average rent of similar land in your area. These incentives, as well as cost-share and additional rental payments, are available depending on your state.
To start reaping both the environmental and financial rewards of conservation buffers, reach out to an experienced CRP professional. Our experts at FDCE can assist you with signing up for the program as well as establishing conservation buffers and other CRP projects on your land. Get a free quote to start your buffer strip project today!


Who We Are
Since making Northern Virginia our home in 2006, one of our greatest passions has continued to be our love for spending time outdoors. Whether catching up with friends over dinner on the grill, or making smores with our kids around a fire, we have always believed that your outdoor living space is an extension of your home. Don’t spend another season wishing what your space could be, turn your vision into a reality! Whether you are considering a small stone patio, or a complete backyard oasis, the COVIS design team is ready to make your outdoor living dreams come true!
Our Gainesville, Ashburn and Alexandria hardscape contractors focus solely on stone landscaping solutions that create beautiful, cozy and functional outdoor living areas. Let’s get started on your dream today!


eDecor thrives to create extraordinary interiors that are sleek, stylish and sophisticated! Dedicated to developing comprehensive designs concepts to each our of clients, our mission is to provide the means to elevate any space. From concept to completion the beauty of design is in the details. We strive for perfection in realizing exceptional artistry that pushes the boundaries of Art and Design.
Each design element fuels and drives our creativity, to bring the right mood and atmosphere together to create an inviting and timeless environment. Captivating interiors and exteriors become the ultimate immersive experience.
Dedicated to creating perfected fashionable and stylish spaces!Develop and manage entire scope of design project!
Establish a schedule, determine budget and needs of the client
Determine functionality layout and design aesthetic for project
Supervise project, budget, and all principal design requirements
Management of all renovation requirements: demolition, construction and installation
Select all finishes, colour pallet, fixtures and furnishings
Stage furnishings, curate art and execute installation
Project administration:Providing flawless customer communication and maintain client satisfaction
Maintenance of project schedules, timelines and deliverables
Reviews of all pricing to ensure accuracy; extend industry/trade pricing to clients
Coordinate and reviewing all plans/renderings with contractors
Demonstrate flexibility and professionalism
- Principal design for interior and exterior renovation projects: budget management of +250,000K per project
- Produced project time line and supervision of all contractors, inclusive of all materials, fixtures and home finishes
- Curated and acquired $100,000K of new furniture and art inventory, set up home staging division to professional realtors
- Provided in-depth design consultations for new design, home improvements and home staging solutions
- Consulted and collaborated with Landscape design firms with drawings and sketches for outdoor landscape design concepts
- Selected all outdoor stone materials, concrete patterns and colour pallet


Adding a firepit to your backyard is a great way to create a warm and inviting space for outdoor gatherings all year round. Still, with so many options to choose from, picking the firepit style that’s right for your needs and budget is easier said than done. Likewise, choosing the best location for it can also be a challenge.
Not sure where to begin when it comes to your firepit project? We’ve got some tips for selecting the right spot for it and some popular style options to explore.
Finding the Perfect Place for Your Firepit
When adding a firepit to your backyard, start by thinking about where and how you plan to use it. For example, do you want the firepit to be a focal point? If so, you will want to make sure that it is placed prominently in your yard.
If your firepit will be used as an entertainment center of sorts, you’ll also want to make sure that it is located within easy reach of your back patio, deck, or other outdoor living space. Many people, for example, use their outdoor firepit areas as a place to sit around and talk, a space to watch a sunset, or even a place to eat dinners outside.
Depending on how you plan to use your firepit, you can then decide on its placement. For instance, if your firepit will be the focal point of your yard, then you may choose to place it at the center of your property. On the other hand, if your firepit will be more of an “accessory” to your outdoor living area, then you might consider tucking it away near your main entertainment area or even towards the back of your yard.
Deciding on the Style of Your Firepit
Depending on the overall theme of your backyard, you can select different materials and styles for your firepit that capture your guests’ attention while coordinating well with your existing landscape design. As you explore your options, consider these popular choices:
Does your backyard already have a bit of a rustic feel to it? If so, then a brick firepit can be a practical choice to help maintain that natural, authentic feel. As an added benefit, bricks are very inexpensive and durable enough to stand up to the test of time. Just keep in mind that if you opt for a brick firepit, you will most likely need to go with a wood-burning style rather than a gas-powered one.
If you desire a more high-end look than what brick can offer, a flagstone firepit may be a suitable choice. With flagstone, you can still create a rustic and charming look—but flagstone is of higher quality and lends itself to a more luxurious feel. Meanwhile, it is much easier to install because there is no mortar needed, and this can help cut down on labor costs.
Flagstone also looks excellent with other landscape features such as flagstone retaining walls. And, similar to brick, flagstone works best with a wood-burning design as opposed to gas.
Looking for a more versatile firepit design? Consider a spa firepit, which can be easily created as a wood-burning or gas-powered option. This type of firepit is typically installed next to a pool, providing swimmers with a great place to stay warm as they dry off. Likewise, a spa firepit is a great place to eat a quick snack or enjoy a glass of wine in between laps around the pool.
Bowl of Fire
A “bowl of fire” firepit design is becoming increasingly popular, and for good reason. Bowls of fire can be used as solitary firepits or as decoration. The contrast between fire and water is eye-catching and can really take the look of your pool to the next level. A bowl of fire also adds ambient lighting, enhancing the overall vibe of your outdoor space.
Bowls of fire are available in both gas and wood-burning styles, though gas is generally recommended for safety reasons for those who plan on using these firepits around a busy pool deck.
Creating Your Ideal Outdoor Space With Fire and Water
A beautiful, well-placed firepit can go a long way in transforming your outdoor space and giving you a place to gather with the people you love. And, while firepits can be an excellent addition to any outdoor space, placing one specifically near your existing pool or spa can really help you get the most out of your backyard.
At Liquid Concept Pools, we specialize not just in swimming pools and spas, but outdoor living features such as fireplaces and firepits. Find out more about what we can do for you by contacting our team. We would be happy to learn more about your firepit project, speak more about our design options, and even schedule a quote at your convenience.


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backyard could be more wonderful if we assemble a gazebo on top of it. But it could be fine if the gazebo is constructed and adapted to the design of the main house. When the style of the current home, modern gazebo should also be nuanced. When the classical design house, gazebo additionally need to adjust to the classic design.
The lowes gazebo chandelier is also appropriate built close to the swimming pool. Swimming will be more delightful and comfortable. We can rest while looking the pool with water that is blue.
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This size is big enough. The gazebo can be used totake pleasure in the garden setting.
Set in place a gazebo that is higher in the edge ofthe park.
Better not put the gazebo at the farthest point of the house.
Not at the most distant point, but let the distance between homes having agazebo that can be added to a fish pondthat is decorative, bushes, waterfall to beautify the look of the park.
Use natural materials like wood and bamboo gazebo to accentuate thefeeling of a strong nature further. Avoid setting the gazebo beneath tall trees or vines, the view will probably be blocked and gazebos, ascan be damaged if exposed to twigs or the fallen seeds.


“Working on sustainability has been a part of our business model for decades. We try to incorporate it into every aspect of our business. But most of the things we do are large scale (e.g. sustainable construction of the attraction, LED lighting, environmental education). Something we needed help with were the little things.
The most valuable thing we pulled from our assessment was the suggestions of things that we could do. Small things like wrapping pipes or doing a garbage audit were taken into account and added to our list of projects. We will continue to do our large scale projects but we can now add in the smaller details to make a full picture of environmental sustainability.
We are proud to receive such a high rating and appreciate the exposure on the Green Tourism website. We now have a much better vision of what we can do in the future to not only continue to improve, but also to continue to support the things we already do. We are doing renovations on our parking lots, and we’ve incorporated more green spaces and better drainage into our plans. We had an environmental study done on our pond system by a local university student and we have plans for the springtime to add more native plants to our aquatic system. We have an extensive list of smaller projects that we will be implementing in the coming months and years.”


Patios. Wednesday , May 02nd , 2018 - 09:50:18 AM
Patio ideas that are nicely planned and created needs to be uncomplicated, easy care spaces. Elevated flower beds and landscapes bordering a patio full of hearty plants can create points of interest. Purchase a drip irrigation system that is run by an automatic timer without concern yourself with watering.
Before you get to do the fun part of the project, you need to coordinate and plan your patio project properly. This is a structural project, so you will need a designer or planner to assist you by drawing up the ideas and design that you want. This design needs to show the location and exact measurements of the patio so you can buy the right material in the right sizes and quantities. Only when you are one hundred percent satisfied with your design, can you move on to the shopping.
Summer is here, and if you need some great patio ideas to spruce up the look of your yard, you aren't alone. Even if you don't have a huge budget to work with, you can really make your patio look great. When you spend some time making your patio look gorgeous, you'll look at the area as an extension of your home and you'll want to use it more often. Give yourself permission to get creative and really infuse your patio with your own personal style. Patios are a great place to spend time reading a book, sipping some tea, or catching up with friends and family.
There are wide varieties of patio ideas and designs available that is suitable for any type of property, regardless of its style of architectural design, size or colour. You just need to know where to start searching for ideas and inspiration.
A attractively planned outdoor patio not merely expands a property's outside living area, but expresses the owners tastes and individuality. Check on the web for inspiration for boosting backyard living, working with small areas, options for renovations and problem solving patio ideas.
Most of you will want to do some serious barbequing on your patio and some go as far as installing complete outdoor kitchens. Once again, before you spend that kind of money make sure you have all the appropriate permits. Unless you are a serious do-it-yourself type person, you will probably want to consult a professional about making that kind of commitment. You may also want to consider building a grill island and these can become quite expensive.
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Call for international designs for north Tortoise Hill area
The Wuhan Land Use and Urban Spatial Planning Research Center announced on the website of UNHabitat that it is now accepting proposals from international students for the design of the northern areas of Tortoise Hill.
At the confluence of the Yangtze River and the Han River, the northern areas of Tortoise Hill have rivers, lakes, cultural relics, and other geographic features. There are 10 places, such as the Wuhan Yangtze River Bridge and ancient Qintai, that are under protection. How to highlight the value of the Yangtze River cultural relics is the challenge in its design.
This competition is open to applicants from students majoring in urban planning, urban design, architecture, landscape building, urban economy and other relevant majors. Students may work individually or in a group. Registration information can be found on the websites unhabitat. org and fukuoka.unhabitat.org.
Experts from the UN-Habitat and the Wuhan Land Use and Urban Spatial Planning Research Center will evaluate submissions. Three groups will be selected and invited to join Space Construction Week in November in Wuhan.


Lakeline Park will be Cedar Park’s newest city park. The City has been holding public forums to get input from residents on what they would like to see offered at the new Lakeline Park.
The first Lakeline Park Master Plan public meeting was held on April 5, 2017, the second meeting on June 19, 2017 and the third meeting on August 27, 2017 at the Cedar Park Parks & Rec Center.
At the first meeting large boards were placed around the room and residents were given dots to “vote” on amenities they would like to see in the park and sticky notes to add additional comments and suggestions. The process was a lot of fun!
The City then went back to the drawing board to enhance the plans which were presented again for feedback at the subsequent meetings. Residents have really enjoyed this planning process and the City has done an amazing job of including everyone in the process. When Lakeline Park is completed it will be a gem for the City and something residents can be very proud of helping to create.
You can view the current plans at the City’s Lakeline Park Master Plan website. Information from the site states:
Lakeline Park consists of approximately 189 acres of undeveloped land. Most of the property is in the 100-year floodplain | inundation area of the Upper Brush Creek Water Control and Improvement District Dam No. 6 in the Buttercup Creek Watershed.
The City’s adopted 2015 Parks and Open Space Master Plan identified the following potential uses for this park:
- open play fields
- pavilions and picnic facilities
- splash pad
- event areas
- undeveloped preserve areas
- fishing area
- water activities
The master plan may include and not be limited to the following additional elements:
- neighborhood walkway connections
- off-street parking
- restroom facilities
- native/drought tolerant landscape improvements
- perimeter multi-use bike-pedestrian trail
- connection across Bell Boulevard (State Highway 183) to Twin Lakes Park and the Brushy Creek Regional Trail
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Thunder Bay – Living – Get set for summer outdoor relaxation. There will be some closures to build up the North Core Streetscape Pilot Project.
Cumberland Street North, between Red River Road and Van Norman Street, will be closed on July 8 to complete line and parking spot painting. Once work is complete—expected this afternoon—this section of Cumberland Street will become one-way with southbound traffic only until the end of the patio season.
The one-way route is part of the City’s Summer 2021 North Core Streetscape Pilot Projects and includes a new array of 20 angle parking spots (four of them accessible), which has been added to the west side of Cumberland Street North. Parallel parking spots will remain on the east side.


Trumpet Creeper Vines
These vines attract insects and hummingbirds. Their growth takes place too fast, and thus, it is necessary to control them. These flowering vines produce bright reddish-orange blooms. They have a long blooming season.
These vines are sometimes grown for privacy and can survive in very less water. The honeysuckle vines are drought-tolerant. Like trumpet creeper vines, these too attract insects and hummingbirds and are used for building nests by birds.
The Five-leaf Akebia is called 'chocolate vine', growing up to 10 meters. These grow healthy in full sunlight and have a blue-green foliage, of oval shape. They are evergreen in warm regions, and in cool regions, exhibit a deciduous nature.
This has a hardy nature and looks beautiful in the flowering season. The American Wisteria is suitable for being grown in northern America. Chinese and Japanese Wisteria are commonly grown in southern USA.
Silver Lace Vine
Amongst the different types of vines found in nature, the Silver Lace Vine is one of the most important and fast growing perennial vines. These vines grow up to a height of 15 meters and have a bright green foliage. The fragrant flowers have colors ranging from green to white. The fast growth of these vines takes places through rhizomes.
Fast Growing Vines for Trellis
The vines to be grown for trellis are an annual plant species, that grow quickly. Within few months, these vines spread over the given surface. Morning glory, cypress vines, moonflower, cardinal climber, etc., are few varieties. The morning glory can be seen in different colors like blue, white, and red. It is known to spread quickly and on various surfaces.


Lagerstroemia Speciosa is a tropical relative of the northern common crape myrtle (L.indica), the main difference in appearance is the noticeably larger leaves of the Queen Crape Myrtle. Queen’s Crepe Myrtles are more extravagant (usually multi-stem broader trees/shrubs) than Indica varieties, requiring just a bit more care and regular pruning.
During winter months, in cool areas, The Queen Crape Myrtle hides perfectly in plain sight during parts of the year as it loses its leaves and its flowers.
The Queen Crape myrtle typically blooms during the summer months when it shows its flashy display of gorgeous and colorful flowers. Although, during winter months, in cool areas, The Queen Crape Myrtle loses its leaves and its flowers
In the northern part of the US, residents get to witness the amazing change in color of the Queen Crape Myrtle tree during the Autumn months. The Crape myrtle tree typically grows to about 60 feet, and has an upright dense crown. Due to its full crown and flowers it is ideal as a shade or specimen tree.
At TreeWorld we have Queen Crape Myrtleavailable in 45, 65, 100, 200 and 300 gallons; which are ranging in height from 12 to 60 feet.
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Sawtooth Oak is named for the bristle like teeth that run along the Chestnut-like narrow leaves. A large tree with a broadly pyramidal form in youth, spreading to a broad and rounded form as it matures. The clean foliage emerges yellow in the spring, then darkens to lustrous green in the summer. In the fall, it returns to shades of yellow to golden brown and may be persistent into the winter. Grows rapidly especially in the southern states. Acorns are produced in alternate years, with the spiny cap covering up to two-thirds of the acorn. The bark is a dark grey to black, developing a corky ridge as it matures. Tolerant of heat and a wide range of soils.
Shape: Pyramidal, spreading
Exposure: Full Sun
Foliage: Glossy, dark green
Fall Foliage: Golden brown-pale brown


Sturdy – There are no compromises with a timber frame structure. From design to installation, this post & beam structure is built to last.
Majestic Look – Soaring wooden beams form the structure that will perfectly complement your backyard. Timber frame structures are a work of art providing beauty and character.
Environmentally Attractive – Like the timeless forests that they represent, timber frame structures are environmentally positive. Recyclable materials unite with sustainable construction to provide you peace of mind.


Pond pumps are a vital part of any pond and water garden. Pumps circulate the water throughout your pond. Choosing the correct pump is an essential part of pond health. Pond pumps help create stunning water features, and they are one of the key components running your filtration system. We carry a large selection of pond pumps for most all applications.
Our staff is here to assist you with any questions you may have when it comes to choosing the proper pond pump.


Available from Moodie Outdoor Products is the Roocycle EnviroPaver made from 100% recycled plastic. The EnviroPaver is the sustainable choice when selecting permeable pavers. The EnviroPaver can withstand truck loading making it ideal for use in commercial areas as well as in residential applications. Some of these include:
- Intensive use car parking
- Truck parking
- Coach parks
- Heavy use pedestrian paths
- Fire access routes
- Loading bays
- Access routes for pumping stations, solar farms and electric relay stations.
- Drives and Driveways where access to sceptic or oil tanks is needed
The EnviroPaver features a smooth side or a rippled non-slip side that is great for areas where slip hazard is a concern i.e. footpaths, inclined driveways. Other features of the EnviroPaver include:
- UV stabilisation to stop degradation by sunlight
- Capability to withstand movements and loadings of cars, vans, trucks, dustcarts, cranes, cherry pickers and forklifts.
- Plastic selection to allow use in cold temperatures – some plastic will become fragile when cold.
- Open structure to allow unhindered water permeability.
- Paver design to maximum support and stability from either a gravel or a grass root structure.
EnviroPaver permeable pavers can be filled either with a gravel or a suitable sand / soil mix for a grassed finish. The gravel should be 5mm to 10mm mixed sharp angular aggregate. Both finishes will give a very stable, hardworking and free draining working surface. The design of the EnviroPaver allows excellent stability resisting and negating dynamic and lateral loadings so the gravel or soils and paver remains in situ with little or no maintenance requirements.
To view the full range of permeable paving options available from Moodie Outdoor Products please view the following link: Permeable Pavers
To obtain a quote please do not hesitate to Contact Us today!


Miguel has nearly 30 years of experience as an architect (trained in The United States and registered as an architect in Germany), city and regional planner specialising in urban design, bridge design and infrastructure planning. Combination of his experience and skills enable him to deliver innovative, effective and seamlessly integrated design solutions.
Miguel has been involved in numerous Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) projects in the last 13 years leading the urban design discipline. He also has key experience in undertaking visual and landscape character impact assessments for infrastructure projects including in sensitive settings such as heritage areas, urban environments and environmental protection zones.
His broad experience on a variety of international projects lays a basis for thorough understanding of complex issues regarding urban environments, their interfaces and functional integration. Miguel works collaboratively on projects with day-to-day contact with engineers to ensure integrated outcomes and great value to the project team.
- Works collaboratively across multidisciplinary project teams
- Ability to incorporate seamless and innovative architectural solutions
- Extensive experience in infrastructure type projects
- Visual impact assessment expertise for infrastructure projects
Nominated Architect (NSW) 10118
- Skills - Innovative architectural solutions, Infrastructure type projects, Landscape character & visual impact assessment expertise
- Memberships - Member - UDIA, Member - Planning Institute of Australia (PIA),Urban Design Forum - Australia, Planning Institute -Saxony Germany, Architects Institute - Saxony Germany


Hosek Park Natural Restoration Project
The Clarendon Hills Park District and Pizzo & Associates have been working together to evaluate the existing wetland area located on the west end of Hosek Park. We’ve created a Natural Restoration Plan Design which will increase the overall quality of the site.
Bringing the Parks to You
Animals of the Parks On Wednesday May 13th, the trailer “Animals of the Parks” will ride throughout the Northside and the Southside neighborhoods of Clarendon Hills. The event will be from 11:00am-3:30pm.Read More…
Snowman Photo Contest
December 1 – February 28 Calling all Clarendon Hills families to head out into the snow and build a snowman. Take a photo and submit it to email@example.com or 315 Chicago Avenue,Read More…
Proposed Hosek Park Improvements
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Edible * Deer Resistant * Native * Rare * Plants
A superior mix of brilliant hues of orange, bright red and yellow surround a large brown cone. For strong color impact in your border E. Cheyenne Spirit will provide it! Each plant blooms one color, so plant in groups for a multi-color explosion. Well-branched, strong and bushy each color variation is held at different heights creating a stunning impact. Add several to your garden to enjoy all the colors.Type: Herbaceous perennial
Attracts: Birds, Butterflies
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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.


Garden. Sunday , April 01st , 2018 - 19:08:10 PM
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When installing stacked stone garden edging, you will require nothing called as “special skill” but a strong back. And you absolutely need the proper tools, such as a good wheelbarrow, a shovel, a cold chisel, and a 2-lb maul. The size of stacking stone for edging will considerably vary by region. Check types by visiting the local landscape supplier and it’s recommended to limit the height only to 2 courses so the stones will not fall out.
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This is where you will see your idea's come to life ! Whether you choose a traditional 2D conventional drawing, or a visual 3D drawing, we will walk through all the elements of your design with you to ensure we have captured everything you imagined and more! During this review, you will also have the opportunity to advise us of any changes you would like to make to ensure you end up with a design that you fall in love with. We don't stop till you're happy !
Preliminary On-site discussion
You will meet with a member of our team to initially discuss your project! Through our discussions, we will provide you with recommendations on whether a landscape design is something that would provide you peace of mind and ease of project delivery! We have many design options to choose from so you will choose which one is right for you!
Completed Design drawings & Landscape Proposal
Once we have a completed Landscape plan, we will provide you with a proposal for the landscape construction and present it with your final drawings. At this end of this process, you will be provided with a complete set of coloured drawings with detailed information on the elements included.
Your Design Experience
On-Site Design Consultation
We begin the process of planning your outdoor living space, with a in-home design consultation. During the consultation, you will be shown a portofolio of projects for some design inspiration, softscaping garden ideas, natural & pre-cast stone materials, outdoor kitchens, and more! Your dedicated Landscape Designer will then gather all of the required measurements and any other information we will need that will contribute to the overall effectiveness and function of your design.
We begin the process of planning your outdoor living space using the information gathered in our initial consultation. Depending on the size of the design, this process may take 7-14 days to complete. During this time, we will be in touch with you to book your 1st Design review meeting ! This meeting happens at our office location and showroom.
"We had to completely redesign our backyard. Ciscon worked closely with us to come up with a design blueprint that met our needs and our budget"
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Imagine what it would be like to 'see' your space before it's built?
The design stage to your landscape is one of the most important stages. Our professional trained staff will with you design your project that fits your style, budget, and lifestyle needs.
"We recently contacted Ciscon Landscaping for a quote on our sad, sloped and lifeless backyard. Another family in the neighbourhood recommended him. We also visited his website and were impressed with what we saw. We received a visit from Paul personally within days and not too long after a beautiful design, a quote and a time line of what we could expect. Their quote and time line were right on and the end result was nothing short of a miracle."
~ Burlington, ON
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(Hostaceae/Liliaceae). Funkia, Plantain lily. Genus of about 70 species of mostly clump-forming, occasionally rhizomatous or stoloniferous perennials. Found in sun-baked volcanic cliffs, rocky streamsides, woodland and alpine meadows in China, Korea, Japan and E. Russia. Numerous varieties have been raised mainly in the USA. Grown mainly for their decorative, bold foliage produced in dense mounds of overlapping, ovate to heart-shaped leaves which are retained into September. Often green, yellow, blue or glaucous, thick or variegated, they emerge from the ground in a distinctive vase-like shape. One sided racemes of bell or funnel shaped flowers often pale lavender and on scapes appear in summer. Sun tolerant providing the soil is moist enough. Large clumps make excellent ground cover under deep rooted trees, borders or near water. They will not tolerate drought. Yellow leaved ones colour better in sun with some mid-day shade. Glaucous or variegated ones are better in the shade. Take several years to mature and many are now slug resistant. The larger the better!


Judith Teasdale, BSc, MA, MSc, AADipl, CMLI
Judith qualified as a landscape architect in 1981 and went on to gain experience in both
the public sector and private practice. In 1989, she gained a Masters Degree in Construction Management which opened the way to managing
a broad range of environmental and design projects, usually working closely with architects and engineers. She has worked on projects
as various as major oil industry facilities in rural situations, commercial, housing and educational projects; she has also worked
overseas, particularly in the Middle East.
In 1994, Judith decided to pursue her particular interest in heritage landscapes. She took
a post-graduate diploma at the Architectural Association in the conservation of historic landscapes and founded her own practice to
specialise in this field. She has built up an extensive knowledge of historic parks, gardens and landscapes and now undertakes
research, design and provides management advice. She currently serves as a member of the National Trust's Advisory Panel on Gardens
and Parks. Judith also writes and lectures on a variety of topics.
For Judith's full CV, click here


10 am Saturday, March 9
Can you dig it? Let's get down and dirty. We'll show you the proper way to plant in the predominately clay or combination soils found in our area. We'll give you our tips, tricks and proper amendments to ensure the healthy growth of your trees and shrubs.


Overhead sprayers are useful for watering grass lawns, but they are inefficient for other types of landscaping. We’ve all seen what happens when sprinklers are running on a windy day – the water goes everywhere it shouldn’t, and some of the spray evaporates before it hits the ground.
The best way to water shrubs, hedges, flower beds, small trees/plants, vegetable gardens, and desert-native plants is with low-pressure drip irrigation. Even larger trees and palms can be watered with drippers when used correctly. Instead of spraying an inefficient mist, you can deliver water just to where you need it – the roots of your plants.
Converting to drip is an easy DIY project:
- Each sprinkler head is attached to a ½” PVC riser, which connects to an underground water line. Remove the sprinkler head to expose the riser. Wrap some plumbing tape around the riser’s threads and screw on a ½” x ¾” conversion elbow.
- Wrap some plumbing tape around the threads of the conversion elbow, and screw on a ¾” 25-psi pressure regulator.
- Wrap some plumbing tape around the threads of the pressure regulator and screw on a ¾” x ½” compression swivel adapter.
- Secure one end of ½” poly drip irrigation tubing into the compression adapter. Now, when the irrigation system turns on, water will be delivered through the ½” poly tubing at low pressure.
- Unfurl the ½” poly drip irrigation tubing and lay it on the landscape around the drip zones of your plants. Think of where rainfall would naturally land – this is the drip zone.
- Use a clamp or ½” compression end cap to close the tube at the end of the line.
- Use a punch tool to poke a hole in the ½” poly tube. Then, simply plug in a dripper. Drippers can be purchased at different flow rates, such as: 0.5 gph, 1 gph, 2 gph, or 4 gph.
- If necessary, attach a ¼” barb connector to the ½” poly tube, and attach a length of ¼” poly micro tubing to the barb. This will extend the drip system farther out. Attach a dripper to the end of the ¼” poly tube wherever it is needed.
All of the above tools and supplies can be purchased at a local hardware or irrigation supply store. Drip tubing can be configured in many ways for many different uses on the landscape, as well as for potted plants. For a cleaner look, bury the main ½” tubing a few inches under the soil surface and extend drippers above the ground with micro tubes. Check the hardware or irrigation store for more ideas and options.
To find out if your water agency offers rebates on drip conversions or other irrigation upgrades, visit our Rebates Page.


Green Branches - THICK - FULL SHEET
15.5" x 23.5" = 364 square inches of the all new Green Branches foliage. New: THICK Full Sheet is ideal for the larger trees 9 inches and over. 5-layer construction. This will make over twelve trees when used with the 11" cedar trunks (aka "SuperTrunks").


Using a 3-way mix of Artro’s ‘cool’ grey palette, Ara is perfect for creating distinctive schemes with contemporary tones.
The stylish finish of the blend offers a unique and modern aesthetic. The mix of the three colours will be sure to add contrast to your next project.
Unit Size (mm): 220x55x80
Laying Pattern: Stretcher
Product 1: Artro Carbon
Product 2: Artro Platinum
Product 3: Artro Steel
Live Design Studio is a free landscape design consultation service, created especially for architects and specifiers. Delivered via Microsoft Teams, the session allows you to collaborate virtually with your project team and Tobermore’s specification team while getting design advice tailored to your requirements.


Irish Times Thu, Oct 29, 2020, 17:54
President of Ireland Michael D Higgins has applauded the people of Galway City for their campaign to be Ireland’s first urban park, adding that it is a “powerful and tangible exemplar” of what can be done by grass-roots campaigns.
Speaking at the launch of the campaign for the Galway National City Park status, the President, who is the sole patron of the initiative, said the scheme will be “so enriching”.
The aim of the campaign is for Galway to be viewed as a city which is dedicated to sustainability, where citizens benefit from, and are strongly connected to, nature.
“What you are doing here – planting trees and wildflowers, creating a series of linked woodlands, meadows, wetlands, parks, waterways and green spaces, providing ‘ecological corridors’ for wildlife to move into and out of the city – is such a magnificent example of active citizenship at its very best,” Mr Higgins said.
“This initiative will play a critical role in improving the biodiversity, air quality and ecological balance of the Galway metropolitan area, increasing awareness and education of the issues of climate change, biodiversity and ecology, while improving human health and wellbeing.”
The President said that “like many cities around Ireland”, Galway “would benefit” from improved pedestrian and cycling infrastructure. He believes this initiative “can significantly contribute to that objective” and raise awareness of Galway City’s “extensive network of natural and man-made waterways”.
He also said it was “heartening” to see an emphasis on locally grown food and responsible consumption, including the achievement of zero waste.
Mr Higgins said the threat posed by climate change and biodiversity is “such a momentous challenge of enormous scale that it can sometimes feel overwhelming”.
“However, projects such as this are a powerful and tangible exemplar of what can be done from the ‘bottom-up’, tackling the issue at grassroots level and fostering widespread awareness and buy-in, creating an environmental consciousness that can deliver powerful, far-reaching and lasting results,” he said.


Aunque tradicionalmente del grupo de las Alchemilla
de hojas no profundamente hendidas solo se reconocia en el Sistema Central la presencia de A.
Flower arrangers could also chance popping in some Alchemilla
mollis whose fresh foliage and sprays of tiny lime green flowers are always a winner and will self-seed into available gaps.
STARBURST Our Allium schubertii surrounded by Alchemilla
Bring your garden to life with favourites such as lupins, delphiniums or hollyhocks; or perhaps choose the lush foliage of an alchemilla
(Ladys Mantle) or heuchera.
Plant them with companions with heavy foliage such as Alchemilla
mollis and heuchera.
Peony shoots are surging upwards, red and rubbery; downy alchemilla
mollis leaves are appearing from bare soil; and, after a long wait, due to cold weather, the first green potato foliage is pushing through the compost in its raised bed.
Many make excellent permanent edging, such as Alchemilla
mollis, Bergenia cordifolia 'Purpurea' and Saxifraga x urbium.
To cover bare soil, use ground-huggers such as alchemilla
, hardy geraniums, bugle, heuchera and epimedium to create a woven tapestry of flowers and foliage.
Other good choices include Alchemilla
mollis, hardy geraniums and Rudbeckias, while long-lived static perennials which form clumps more slowly, include astilbes, euphorbia and Sedum spectabile.
There are some zingy yellow highlights to catch the eye as well - Verbascum Gainsborough, frothy lime-green flowers of Alchemilla
mollis and Euphorbia characias - and then I'd suggest putting in some citrusy spots of orange courtesy of Geum Totally Tang T erine.
Expert tip: The reflected heat from walkways also suits lavender, catmint or nepeta and alchemilla
or lady's mantle, which are more exuberant and will spill over the path when in flower.
Expert tip: The reflected heat from paths also suits lavender, which makes a fairly neat edging plant, and also catmint or nepeta and alchemilla
, or lady's mantle.


Three LSA alumni win LFA Pews and Perches design competition
Duncan Graham, Betty Owoo and Quincy Haynes have been named as winners the Pews and Perches design competition run by the London Festival of Architecture and the Royal Docks Team.
Entering as two teams (Betty and Quincy joining forces), the winners will see their designs for a public bench realised, being installed around the Royal Docks area in November ahead of the LFA’s 2020 autumn season.
Competition entrants were encouraged to offer installations that could become a conversation starter and enhance people’s connection with nature and the docks’ built environment, through their design vision as well as creative and sustainable material choices.
The competition judging panel comprised:
- Dan Bridge (Programme Director in the Royal Docks)
- Tamsie Thomson (Managing Director, New London Architecture)
- Frances Williams, (Technical Editor, Architects’ Journal)
- Pedro Gil (Founder, Studio Gil)
- Rawnak Jassm (Community Engagement Officer, Royal Docks Team)
- Kevin Twyford (Principal Landscape Architect, London Borough of Newham)
Tamsie Thomson, Managing Director of New London Architecture, said:
“One of the joys of life in my role is giving opportunities to emerging architects through competitions such as ‘Pews and Perches’. At a difficult time for young architects and designers, this is more important and valuable than ever. This year’s cohort impressed us all with a fantastic range of ideas, and I’m really looking forward to seeing them take shape across the Royal Docks later in the year.”
Rokhsana Fiaz, Mayor of Newham and Chair of the Royal Docks Enterprise Zone Board, said:
“It’s fantastic to see future architects and designers being influenced for a second year by the unique space that encompasses the Royal Docks. With its special combination of land and water, drawing on the traditional and historical significance of the area, it encourages a peek into undiscovered future possibilities. It’s no wonder that the entries this year have been of such a high calibre and a real challenge for the judges to narrow down. I believe that this part of London highlights the diversity of opportunity that exists for all and I know that the winning designs will complement the already impressive public realm vision taking shape across the Royal Docks.”
Read more about the competition on the LFA’s website.


You’ve decided it’s time to lay down some beautiful, luscious grass for your home or business. You may want grass that is a pleasure to walk on, lay on, have a picnic on, or simply look at. But th…Read More
Tropical Gardens Landscape
We pride ourselves on creating stunning landscapes for residential and commercial clients on Sarasotas Barrier Islands and in the greater Sarasota area. With over 25 years of plant knowledge and over 15 years cultivating relationships with only the finest growers in the State of Florida, we source plant material of the highest grade for each of our projects.


We didn’t plan for many sightseeing today because our legs were already tired adn sore from all the walking in the mountains. We only wanted to see the Summer Palace dan did some shopping before we flew home the next day.
We chose to just go everywhere with Taxi today as we wanted to be flexible of where we wanted to go.
The Summer Palace
The Summer Palace, in Chinese Yihe Yuan, is now the largest and the most well-preserved imperial garden in China, counted as one of the four famous Chinese imperial gardens (the other three being Chengde Summer Palace, Suzhou Humble Administrator’s Garden, and Suzhou Lingering Garden). It was listed as World Heritage by UNESCO in 1998.
Situated in Haidian District, 15km from downtown Beijing, the Summer Palace occupies an area of 290 hectares, with the lake taking up three quarters of its total area.
It is designed around Kunming Lake and Longevity Hill as the key features, modeled on West Lake in Hangzhou, and draws from design techniques and artistic conception of gardens from the south of China. This large landscaped and well-preserved garden is known as the Chinese imperial garden museum.
Another Yoga session
Garden and the river behind the palace
From the summer palace we took Taxi to Tiananmen square and do our shopping there. For dinner we found Halal La Mian Restaurant, walking distance from our Hotel. This ends our short getaway to China. Bye China…. Hope to see you again next year or the year after.


Hydrangea Guilded Gold
Hydrangea with Unique Foliage and Stunning Blooms
Guilded Gold (sometimes called gilded) is a variety of Hydrangea with unusual foliage and stunning summer flowers. It would make an excellent accent plant for a flower bed in your front yard or any highly visible area of your landscape.
Hydrangeas have long been beloved for their full form and gorgeous flowers, but your Guilded Gold goes one step further by featuring unusual foliage. 6-inch long, variegated leaves hug your Guilded Gold close to its stems creating a compact, mounded appearance.
The robust leaves are a vibrant green accented with a golden-tipped elegance that is sure to draw the eye. Even without the spectacular summer flower, your Guilded Gold is a sight to see!
When summer arrives you’ll be amazed by the large, long-lasting blooms that grace your Guilded Gold all season long. The flowers are a delightful soft shade of pink or blue lacecaps (depending upon your soil PH). You may find yourself holding your breath at your first sight of them and the charming lace-like feel of they display.
Upon closer inspection you will see what appears to be a cluster of unopened buds encircled by large open petals, each flower giving the appearance of an ample garden bouquet. They are quite simply stunning!
Your Guilded Gold is large enough to stand out well as an accent plant, but small enough to easily fit into the smallest yard. With its unusual foliage and outstanding blooms, Guilded Gold is a must have for any landscape.
*Large summer blooms
|Brand||Nature Hills Nursery|
|Botanical Name||Hydrangea macrophylla 'Gugzam'|
|Foliage||Green with White Edges|
|Mature Height||3 - 4 feet|
|Mature Spread||3 - 4 feet|
|Sun Exposure||Partial Sun|
|Flower Color||Blue, Pink|


Here is immense satisfaction in creating your own garden plan. And every effort that you simply placed on from planning to execution to create your garden, pays off after you finally relax in your garden and revel in the morning sun and evening breeze. If you love planting, it will not be difficult for you to design a beautiful garden.
And the better part is when your guests come and appreciate your garden and need to own one same as yours. It’s just worth all the efforts then.
So, how does one begin to make a garden space that’s unique to you? Here are ten simple steps which will facilitate your move effortlessly through the method.
1.Identify WHY you would like a garden.
How will you utilize it? Who else will enjoy the garden? Remember that you just might not be the only user, so get input from all the members of your family on how your outdoor space will be used. If you’ve got any kids then you’ll even want to add some play areas for your child within the garden. Fix the purpose of your garden.
2.Do a bit of dreaming
Now that you simply know why you would like a garden and the way you plan to use it, let your imagination play with all the possible features in your special space. A bit of dreaming will uncover those attributes that may put your personal imprint on the garden. Also, decide whether you would like a proper or an off-the-cuff garden. Formal gardens are highly structured, divided by a robust central axis and cross axes.
Informal gardens have a more natural look with strong, flowing curves. Here are a number of garden Ideas for you that may facilitate the design of your own garden.
3.Make a listing of “must-haves” to design a beautiful garden
What items are essential? Listing your needs upfront ensures that your final plan won’t be missing anything important.
Do you need a retaining wall? A privacy fence? A path to the garage? More parking space? Do children need an area to play? What about pets?
Walk around your property and make note of everything that’s essential. Your final design should balance dream features and “must-haves” to make a satisfying and functional space.
4.Evaluate what you have already got
To get where you’re going, it helps to grasp your start line. Is your space large or small? is that the site flat or sloping?
what’s the climate? What sort of soil does one have? the proportion of water is offered and from what sources? What are the predominant views?
Do an entire case study of the space you want your garden to be. And take notes of all the essential and small print of the space. This may help you while designing.
5.Ballpark your budget
Once you recognize what you wish, it is time to think about what you’re willing to spend. This dollar figure will influence what features you include within the final garden plan — trees, plants, hardscape materials, and architectural elements like arbors, fountains, ponds, and benches.
Remember that your “budget” comprises two elements: money and TIME. In terms of your time, do the garden must be finished by a specific date, or are you able to create it over time?
Also, what proportion of time are you willing to budget to take care of your dream garden? are you able to spare several hours per week, or are you lucky enough to afford a caretaker?
As you develop and refine your plan, you’ll balance time and cash costs. Be flexible. You may have to spend longer if you cannot spend more cash and contrariwise.
6.Identify your garden’s focal points
Every garden needs an eye-catching spot that causes you to pause a flash. Once you choose a focus, you’re choosing the direction you wish visitors to appear at after they enter your garden.
Did your list of “wants” include a waterfall or fountain? An arbor retreat? A blossoming apple tree? If so, you’re well on your thanks to identifying a point of interest — or points — for your garden.
7.Create a rough design
As a designer, you must put your ideas into paper. That’s the fundamental step for designing any space in your house be it your living room or your kitchen. you’ll have a go at it all by yourself just by following simple steps and sketching of course.
Take all the knowledge that you’ve got gathered and incorporate it into a workable design that balances the “wants” with the “must-haves”. Your goal is to make an area that’s both satisfying and functional.
Buy a pad of paper that contains 8 or 10 squares per inch and let each square equal one foot. (In other words, every inch on the paper will equate to eight or 10 feet on your property.) Create a basic map along with your property lines and house drawn to scale. You will also need paper, markers, a measuring device, a ruler, a pencil and a decent eraser.
Lay the paper over your basic scaled map. Then refer back to your list of “must-haves” and “wants” as you sketch the assorted areas of your garden.
Show the approximate position of focal points, activity areas (“rooms”), and pathways. Use as many sheets of paper as necessary until you discover a layout that pleases you and meets the goal that you simply identified in Step 1.
8.Choose your plants and hardscape.
The colors and materials that you just choose will create the character of your garden, adding interest, movement, and visual appeal. Does one want harmonious colors or strong contrast? Warm hues or cool tones?
Bold colors or soft hues? Mixing different colors and materials and textures will give your garden a robust sense of space.
Plants comprise a significant part of your garden. See where you are getting maximum sunlight and locate the plants according to the amount of sunlight. The whole garden might not get sunlight, so place indoor plants where there is less amount of sunlight. And you can add some indoor plants in your home office to make it look beautiful and fresh.
In addition to plants, hardscape materials contribute variety and texture — wood arbors, brick borders, gravel paths, bronze statuary, and wrought-iron benches.
As you review your preliminary layout, consider the best material for each of the hardscape elements. Keep in mind that each element needs to fit with and complement the whole.
9. Make a scale drawing.
Thus far, you have created a basic map of property lines and your house as well as an overlay sheet that shows focal points, “rooms” and pathways.
You also have a list of the trees, shrubs, and plants for each area of your garden. Now you need to create a scale drawing that shows EXACTLY where each feature will go. You will use this blueprint to lay the walkways, set the arbors and trellises, and plant the trees, shrubs, and flowers.
It is important that you have enough information to help you create in reality the garden that you just designed on paper. As long as your scale drawing or blueprint is sufficient to scale to accomplish that purpose, you will be successful.
10. Execute your plan
Before you begin the actual construction of the garden, check all local building codes and regulations to make sure that you will be in compliance. Structures such as decks, patios, and retaining walls may require a permit from the local city government.
Once all permits are in place, you can start to layout the garden. With your scale drawing as a blueprint, use a tape measure to position all structures, walkways, and plants.
Be sure to measure accurately so each element in your design fits its assigned space. You can always take help from the local landscaper if you face any problems. And you can also assign him to construct the whole garden according to the plan you have designed.
If designing a garden space sounds a bit intimidating, don’t panic. Just follow these steps one by one and let a space unfold that feels right to you.
You CAN do it.
After all, a successful garden is just another room in your house. So just go with your instinct and you will nail it!!


Allgood worked with Odyssey Engineering Group, to develop the utilities and pavement for Camellia Section 2 consisting of 24,000 Square Yards of Pavement, 5,500 Feet of Water Line, 7,000 Feet of Sanitary Line, and 5,000 Feet of Storm Sewer. Odyssey Engineering wanted to incorporate a delayed drainage system, that allowed the subdivision streets to be free of standing water during a heavy storm. The use of a focal point system consisted of six detention ponds throughout the section. These ponds were landscaped and constructed to hold water over a short period of time, allowing the street runoff to retain into the pond while the pond had a delayed drainage to its nearest water source. The detention ponds and street excavation consisted of over 62,000 Cubic Yards that were all hauled offsite accordingly. Total Project Duration, 365 Days.