There have been major erosion problems on the Bay Hill Ranch for many years. A combination of overgrazing and past tillage from farming have caused tens of thousands of cubic yards of sediment to be move from the ranch into Bodega Bay near Doran Beach. Also, this area had beavers in the past. Beavers would have built and maintained dams on these creeks that would have captured sediment and created productive fish and wetland habitat.
In 1989 the California Costal Conservancy funded a project to construct two sedimentation ponds on the ranch to keep sediment from the creek beds and hills of the ranch on the ranch and out of the steelhead supporting creek and out of Bodega Bay.
The upper pond is full of sediment and has turned into a gravelly wetland environment. We have begun excluding cattle from the flood plain to help the soils convert from gravel to a higher organic matter and more productive wetland environment. This will help the plants capture sediment in the upper flood plan instead of adding more fill to the small pond area.
The lower pond still has good water and significant sediment capacity but captured sediment has established a healthy wetland area in it’s upper reaches which we are now excluding cattle from.
The images below are from the original design for the sedimentation ponds.
Many of these sediment ponds with concrete lined spillways were built in this area. Two of our neighbors at Freestone Ranch have ponds like this that have filled in. There are several problems with this design.
- The concrete has a design life of 50 years and there is no economically reasonable way to remove or replace them. Work in a creek is very expensive because of environmental regulation. It would probably cost hundreds of thousands of dollars to replace them at the end of their lifespan with a more modern design.
- The concrete design is fragile and high flows tend to overflow and undermine the concrete.
- If the dame fails the sediment they have captured can be released quickly in a large and destructive flood event.
- The dam and pond create a fish barrier and prevent the steelhead below the dam from moving into the upper reaches of the creeks.
- They can reduce summer streamflows. Spring water that flows into the pond in the summer may evaporate before it has a chance to reach fish bearing pools in the lower creek.
- Creeks need some sediment and gravel flow to stay healthy and maintain their vegetation. Ponds like these can capture too much sediment and cause the creeks below them to downcut more.
The ponds do keep the soil on the ranch and they do create nice wetland habitat. The modern designs for this kind of work create step pools using large boulders instead of in stream ponds like these. Despite their challenges it is great to have water and to watch the egrets, ducks and blackbirds enjoying them.
The spillway on the lower pond cannot handle large storm flows. The water sheets over the edge of the concrete and the water undermines the concrete spillway as shown in the photos below. We have added redwood boards to direct the water back on the concrete and increase the flow capacity of the spillway. Hopefully this will keep the spillway functioning for many more years. We also hope that our improved grazing practices and work to increase vegetation in the creeks will increase water infiltration and slow runoff rates in large rains and also help protect the spillway.
The stream below the upper pond has continued to down cut so now the spillway has a five foot drop at the bottom end which creates large water forces that increase erosion and undermine the bottom of the spillway. We have added rock and logs to help prevent it from failing over time.
This is where the erosion from the ranch delivered it’s sediment. This is the outlet of Cheney Gulch into Bodega Bay. There a small park, bird habitat and the Bodega Bay sewage treatment plant here.
Bodega Bay needs to be dredged regularly so that boats can continue to navigate the harbor. Sediment runoff from the land draining into Bodega Bay. We have estimated that erosion from the hills above Bodega Bay has deposited 2 feet of sediment in Bodega Bay.


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Pinus sylvestris (Scotland) (Scotch Pine (Scotland source)) is a coniferous tree species native to Scotland. It is one of the most widely distributed pine species in the world and has significant ecological, economic, and cultural importance.
Scotch Pine is a medium to large-sized tree that typically reaches heights of 50 to 80 feet (15 to 24 meters) with a spread of 20 to 40 feet (6 to 12 meters). It has a characteristic pyramidal shape when young, with a straight trunk and branches that become more irregular and spreading with age. The bark is reddish-brown and develops thick, scaly plates.
The needles of Scotch Pine are evergreen and occur in pairs. They measure around 1 to 3 inches (2.5 to 7.5 centimeters) in length and have a bluish-green color. The tree produces small, ovoid cones that are about 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 centimeters) long. The cones have prickly scales and contain winged seeds.
In Scotland, Scotch Pine is a native species and an important component of the country's forests and woodlands. It thrives in a range of soil conditions, including acidic and nutrient-poor soils, making it well-suited to the Scottish landscape.
Scotch Pine has numerous ecological benefits. It provides habitat and food sources for various wildlife species, including birds, small mammals, and insects. The tree's dense canopy offers shelter and protection, and its seeds are a valuable food source for birds and rodents.
In addition to its ecological significance, Scotch Pine has economic importance. It is valued for its wood, which is lightweight, durable, and has various uses. The timber is used in construction, furniture making, cabinetry, and the production of paper and pulp.
In landscaping, Scotch Pine is a popular choice for windbreaks, shelterbelts, and reforestation projects. Its adaptability, fast growth, and ability to withstand harsh conditions make it suitable for afforestation efforts and erosion control.
Overall, Pinus sylvestris, the Scotch Pine or Scots Pine, is a versatile and widely distributed tree species that plays a significant role in Scotland's natural environment, economy, and cultural heritage. Its hardiness, aesthetic appeal, and ecological benefits make it a valued tree species both in its native range and in other parts of the world where it is cultivated.


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Red Fescue is a perennial herb and is highly branched root system.This herb dark green leaves with a width of 1 to 2 millimeters.In the first year of growing slowly.The final formation of plants occurs in the second or third year.Culture develops well on sandy and loamy soils.Red fescue is common on the floodplain and upland meadows, chalky slopes, in the mountains, drained swamps.Grass lives in the forest and steppe zones.The most favorable soil for the plants are sufficiently moist, loose, humus-rich, well-drained loamy and sandy soils.
This grass very quickly recovering from a variety of mechanical damage, can tolerate regular mowing (up to 40 mm) and trampling.With the high level of farming life expectancy can be up to ten years.Red fescue - frost grass that grows in the shade, and in a bright location.As a rule, after planting seedlings appear in about ten days.
plant is used to create a variety of lawn.Its main value lies in the fact that even in the dry summer the leaves are bright green.Red
Fescue sizaya lives in Central and Eastern Europe, Western Ukraine, the Baltics, the Caucasus and the Urals.Grass has a blue-gray leaves.Steel plate is narrow, linear, from gray to blue-steel color.Heat-loving plant, grows best in sunny areas with sandy soils.
After three or four years after planting, bush divide.Experts recommend for intense color leaf plants are transplanted every two years.Fescue sizaya often used as ground cover, but in this case, to maintain a uniform growth of each bush is difficult.Sometimes individual plants die out in the center, most often it occurs in a dry summer and wet winter.Therefore, to restore the decorative sections should always have a supply of planting material.
Meadow fescue - herbaceous cereals, reaching a height of 120 centimeters.This plant has a fibrous root system.Meadow fescue roots penetrate up to 150 cm in depth.Red fescue sod is much stronger than with meadow fescue.The stems of plants are numerous and erect, in the lower nodes can be curved.Also generative shoots, meadow fescue produces a significant amount of short, well-leafy vegetative.Dark green leaves up to a width of 8 mm and a length of 300 mm.
In the spring vegetative stems grow very quickly.In its first year of life of the plant is characterized by strong growth, but the generative shoots are formed only in the second year.This shade tolerant grass, frost, the snow can withstand heavy frosts, under ice perishes.Meadow fescue is excellent carries meltwater flooding.The plant is very demanding on the soil conditions.


Have you ever considered building a flagstone waterfall on your property? Create a talking point by installing one that will make you the envy of your family, friends, and neighbours. We’ve compiled a list of 5 great flagstone waterfalls that we found on the internet to provide you with inspiration. Contact us at Royal Masonry for ideas about how you can use masonry to improve your property’s visual appeal.
Why Build a Waterfall in Your Yard?
Waterfalls are a fascinating addition to properties. They draw the eye, provide subtle background noise, provide you with a great talking point, and can be designed to enhance existing ponds or create new ones. Excited yet? If not, perhaps our collection of great waterfall ideas from around the internet will get your creative juices flowing.
Waterfall Mini Pool
Do you have a small yard? Are you interested in creating a spa that is memorable and functional? Consider this idea from www.hometalk.com. It’s a spa with a waterfall, set in a patio area. This stunning idea uses a combination of stone and blocks to create an outdoor environment that makes a splash.
This is a great look for a large, sloping yard with water. Use local flagstone to create your own waterfall and enjoy the astonished looks from your guests when they drop by. At Royal Masonry, we can help you think through what type of waterfall you would like to see materialize on your property.
Waterfalls in Florida
For a more structured look check out this attractive wall with a waterfall built in. Dream up your own design and we will assist you to bring it to reality. Flagstone makes an excellent choice for waterfalls due to its natural look, durability, and relatively easy installation.
For a truly rustic look that is sure to impress, consider creating a waterfall like this one from jerseyshorepondscapes.com. This look is a great fit for many Canadian properties due to its rugged and natural appearance. What would a project similar to this look like in your yard? Contact us at Royal Masonry to find out what it would take to make this work in your yard.
Wall of Water
If you are short of space but just can’t resist the sound of trickling water, consider a wall of water like this one. Blend various types of stone and brick to create an interesting look with lots of visual appeal. Build it at one end of the patio for a talking point. Relatively easy to build, our team of experts can help you install a project like this in a few days or less.
Why choose a professional stonemason to install your flagstone waterfall? As do most experts in their field, stonemasons acquire their specific skill set over years of on the job training, apprenticeship, and good old-fashioned hard work. Royal Masonry stonemasons draw on their wealth of knowledge to provide professional service every time. Most tasks can be completed in a few days or a few hours or less and last for years.


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Ten miles away - in another park location - the American designer's project employing her signature water channel concept is proving less than popular. Community groups and users of Crystal Palace Park consider her modern design out of kilter with its Victorian setting and period charm.
A stone cascade designed to link two lakes in the Grade II*-listed park bears more than a passing resemblance to her plans for the Diana memorial. Yet, almost two years after construction began, the stepped stone channel is filled not with clear flowing water but stagnant puddles and discarded polystyrene. Bemused passers-by say the feature has had to be laid two or three times after it failed to hold water.
Bromley council granted planning permission for the £3.5 million Gustafson redevelopment of Crystal Palace Park in May 1999. But the Heritage Lottery Fund rejected twothirds of the council's bid for money as it felt the design was too contemporary for the historic site.
The scheme was approved by the council in spite of Bromley's own Advisory Panel for Conservation Areas, which said: "Some of the detailed design was at best disappointing, and at worst harmful." Work began in late 2000 when more than 300 mature trees - including 160-year-old cedars, 120-year-old hollies and healthy yews and silver birch - were felled to make way for Gustafson's planting scheme.
Today, walkers in the park were bemused by the appearance of the empty stone trough that links the water lily-lined concert bowl lake and the fishing pond. Suzanne Elkin, secretary of Crystal Palace Community Association, said: "Nobody could understand what it was. Then we heard from Bromley it is a water feature and we thought, 'Why do we need a water feature?'"
Local children were upset when an urban farm was demolished. Gustafson replaced it with a utilitarian "farm building" with a metal roof which is too small to house any animals.
Community association chairman John Payne said: "Kathryn Gustafson's contemporary designs are totally inappropriate. Parks should provide essential green open spaces for rest and recreation. The lost trees and grass areas gave us exactly that."
When the designer, who lives in Seattle, visited Crystal Palace last September she never imagined that she would walk into a storm of protest. "She was very surprised that people did not like her ideas," Mrs Elkin said.
But Bromley council is extremely proud. Leisure director Robbie Stoakes denied any problems. He said: "Kathryn Gustafson won an international design competition. Her master plan to restore Joseph Paxton's original vision for the park received acclaim because of her ability to reflect the park's unique heritage while bringing it up to date for the needs of today's visitor."
But Mr Payne, who attended a meeting with Gustafson last September, recalls a designer who was concerned only with her own project: "She actually suggested closing the dinosaur area, which is the park's unique and most popular feature, for three years so that her plants can get established. She also suggested charging admission.
"Her 'soft' paths are proving difficult for prams, wheelchairs, and children on roller skates as the surface is uneven and loose."
Gustafson's proposed Hyde Park scheme was warmly received by Princes William and Harry, and by Culture Secretary Tessa Jowell. However architect Lord Rogers has said the design "lacks spirit".
Gustafson's business partner, Neil Porter, said: "As with most landscapes under construction, people are best advised to wait until it's finished to give a sensible judgment."Reuse content


Easily grown in average, medium, well-drained soils in full sun. Somewhat tolerant of poor soils, but prefers moist, fertile ones and generally performs better in moist soils than most other species of Liatris. Intolerant of wet soils in winter. Tolerant of summer heat and humidity. May be grown from seed, but is slow to establish.
Blazing star (also commonly called dense blazing star or marsh blazing star) is a tall, upright, clump-forming perennial which is native to moist low grounds, meadows and marsh margins. In Missouri, it has only been found in Oregon County on the Arkansas border (Steyermark). It typically grows 2-4′ tall in cultivation, but can reach a height of 6′ in some parts of its native habitat. Features terminal spikes (6-12″ long) of sessile, rounded, fluffy, deep purple flower heads (each to 3/4″ across) appearing atop rigid, erect, leafy flower stalks. One or more stalks arise from a basal tuft of narrow, grass-like, medium green leaves (to 12″ long). Stem leaves gradually decrease in size toward the top. Blooms in summer. Liatris belongs to the aster family, with each flower head having only fluffy disk flowers (resembling “blazing stars”) and no ray flowers. The feathery flower heads of liatris give rise to another common name of gayfeather. See also L. spicata‘Kobold’ which is a popular compact cultivar that is less likely to need staking than the species.
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AZEK® Pavers are made from a high performance composite material with a natural appearance and added strength to resist stains and scratches.
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Weep-Armor™ from York protects weep vents from clogging with mortar and debris. When placed in the cavity on top of the through-wall flashing at the base of a wall, the Weep-Armor shields and provides water a path to the weep hole vents.


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Summerina® Sizzling Sunset™ Echibeckia™
An intergeneric cross between two popular perennials; Rudbeckia and Echinacea. The advantages are longer lasting flowers, a long bloom season, and extra large flowers. This selection from the Summerina™ series features huge two-toned flowers with yellow petals that turn russet towards the large, brown cone.
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- Height: 12" – 18"
- Width: 12" – 18"
- Soil Conditions: Moist/Well Drained
- Flower Color: Yellow
- Bloom Time: June, July, August, September
- Hardiness Zone: 7 To 9
Plant Characteristics - Echibeckia™ Summerina® SizzlingSunset™
- Attracts Butterflies
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- 12" to 18"
- 3" to 6"
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Specially prepared sawn paving to enhance your garden design.
Buildscape offers a comprehensive range of sawn paving. This paving is sawn on six sides and then honed, sandblasted or flamed to provide an attractive, non-slip surface. The paving’s rich finish adds a special touch to garden designs. Our wide choice of colours and textures in granite, sandstone, limestone, slate and traditional Yorkstone and Portland Stone means that there’s a sawn paving for every situation, whether you’re looking for a sleek, modern look with paving such as our Contemporary Grey Sawn Sandstone or Blue Granite, or are seeking Portland Stone or Yorkstone for a more traditional feel.


National Forest partnering with the Meta garden’ Growing the future designed by Joe Perkins to help highlight the power of communities and woodland biodiversity
12th Jan 2022
We’re delighted to announce that the National Forest is partnering with Meta’s main avenue RHS Chelsea Flower Show garden, designed by award-winning landscape designer Joe Perkins MSGD.
The Meta Garden: Growing the Future is a forest-inspired garden, which will highlight how trees can help combat climate change, enhance biodiversity, and leave a flourishing legacy for future generations. The garden has been designed to highlight the crucial relationship between soil, fungi and plants, which together form the basis of resilient forest ecosystems.
After the Chelsea Flower Show, held 24th-28th May 2022, the garden will be rehomed at a location in the National Forest as part of The Queen’s Green Canopy campaign focused on planting trees to celebrate The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.
The garden will be an immersive experience, featuring a complex pavilion structure that represents the mycelium networks that connect and support woodland life, a central seating area set within the environment rather than imposed above it, and a unique interactive installation that will bring to life the complex communication webs in nature beneath our feet.
Designer Joe Perkins won three awards with his Chelsea debut for Facebook in 2019 with the Space to Grow garden, including an RHS Gold medal, Best Construction and the coveted Best in Category, a first for any Chelsea Flower Show newcomer.
Joe Perkins said: “I hope visitors will feel immersed in and inspired by nature’s interconnectedness and the myriad of macro and microscopic networks in nature that depend on each other to heal, grow, and thrive.
“There is an urgent need to redress the balance of our relationship with the natural world, and there is so much to learn from the connections in nature, both in terms of how we learn to support and preserve sustainable forest ecosystems, and in how we act together as communities ourselves to tackle climate change.”
Following a successful partnership in 2019, Meta - the owner of Facebook and Instagram - is proud to partner with Joe again on a garden that embodies communities in all its forms and sizes: woodland-wide and microscopic; individual and collective.
Meta’s VP of Northern Europe, Steve Hatch, said: “The Meta Garden is all about championing natural ways in which we can tackle climate change and how we can protect our wonderful British woodlands.
“We’ve seen a boom in enthusiastic plant-lovers across the UK during the pandemic. Individuals and communities are coming together on places like Facebook Groups and Instagram to share their tips, get inspired, and educate themselves on how we can all make more sustainable decisions for our planet.”
John Everitt, Chief Executive of the National Forest, said: “This is a forest of people, as much as trees, and is a forest for everyone. We are stronger growing together, as an entity, like the forest itself and the unseen mycelium that underpins its biodiversity. The networks of the National Forest are strong, and are essential to the changes we have seen over the past 30 years working with partners to create the Forest. We believe in the power of trees to transform people’s lives and the landscape, and will be excited to see Joe Perkins’s Meta garden relocated to the Forest. Many more people will be able to see it here and enjoy his interpretation of our interdependence through a forest-inspired garden.”
Following RHS Chelsea Flower Show, the garden will be rehomed in the National Forest, at a location to be announced.
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Garden Shade Ideas for UK Gardens
Garden shade might not be a requirement all year round in the UK, but when a 32oC day comes around in the summer, you’ll be grateful that you put some thought into one or two ways to retreat from the sun’s glare!
Garden features, follies & ways to make a statement
A garden features is anything that catches your eye and stands out in the garden. See our breakdown of 9 garden feature ideas to create a little wow-factor and up the garden pleasure index for your senses!
Ideas for garden borders and edging
Borders are crucial spaces that establish the aesthetic of your garden. The choice of materials and how you deploy them in your garden, how they define space and bring shape and order visually and practically between the different areas, are all things to consider.
Firepits, Braziers & Outdoor Fireplaces
There is an overwhelming amount of garden heating options available, suitable for all kinds of style preferences and space requirements, but don’t worry! Whether you require a portable brazier, rustic firepit or a majestic fireplace, browse our guide below to find inspiration and choose the most suitable patio heating solution!
Outdoor Kitchen Ideas
During the summer months, there is nothing better than lighting the barbecue and eating al fresco with your family and friends. Over the years, outdoor kitchens have become more readily available for homeowners, with many different options available.


New Brighton plans launched under ‘Left Bank’ vision
Wirral Council is inviting the public to shape a 15-year masterplan for New Brighton, which proposes an outdoor swimming pool and other developments to regenerate the seaside town.
The ‘Our Lido’ proposal is a key plank of the masterplan and would see an outdoor swimming pool and associated health, wellbeing and community facilities built in New Brighton.
The council wants to hear suggestions from local residents and businesses on where the lido could be located, and also proposals for “an important feature that is special to New Brighton”; an “enhancement opportunity” – for example, a redevelopment of a building or public space – and an “issue” the masterplan should consider, for example environmental or transport challenges the town faces.
“New Brighton has undergone a renaissance in recent years and has once again become a hugely popular destination, but further regeneration, based on inspiration from the community, will help to maximise the potential of the resort,” Wirral Council said in a statement.
The council has commissioned advisory firm Building Design Partnership to consult with the local community from today until 16 November, to develop a framework to inform future investment and planning decisions for New Brighton.
The plans are part of the council’s 20-year vision to regenerate a stretch of land along the Wirral Peninsula, taking in areas such as New Brighton, Liscard, Seacombe, Birkenhead, New Ferry and Bromborough and called the ‘Left Bank’ development framework.
Earlier this month, Wirral launched a consultation on proposals to reinvigorate Liscard town centre, one of Wirral’s main shopping areas, including a remodelling of the Cherry Tree shopping centre as well as new apartments, shops, a multistorey car park and a raft of public realm improvements.
Anita Leech, chair of Wirral Council’s Economy, Regeneration and Development Committee, said: “Even before the development of Marine Point and the rebuilding of the Floral Pavilion, New Brighton was a hugely popular place to visit, with beautiful beaches and seaside attractions.
“Now we are looking ahead to the next 15 years and what the future holds for the town. We want to hear from you on what you would like to see change or be developed.
“This is your chance to tell us what you think of New Brighton… and what you think will help make it an even better place to live, work and visit.”
Following the consultation, the council will draw up options and present them to the public in early 2021. It aims to complete the masterplan by next spring.


This weeper has larger leaves than most dissectum varieties and a beautiful cascading habit. With bright green foliage, this maple is one of the fastest growers and can put on large amounts of growth in one season. Golden autumn tones flushed with crimson.
Weeping Japanese Maple Waterfall
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In 2016 Forever Gardens will be CELEBRATING 25 YEARS of beautifying landscapes & creating healing gardens
We are updating our improved website during the next few weeks. We will post some great before and after photos from recent jobs, and articles on getting ready for Spring. There will also be a photo album showing beautiful gardens from our recent trip to Italy this summer.
If you are thinking about improving the look of your property in 2016, give us a call now. We are starting on designs for Spring & Summer 2016 in the next few weeks. A plan can be finished, plants ordered and ready to be planted when the weather breaks! Give yourself the gift of your own bit of paradise right in your own back yard.


A rare Himalayan birch, Betula utilis 'Mt Luoji' has handsome peeling, dark chocolate-brown bark tinted dark red or orange in places with a creamy white bloom once established. If planted in a sunny spot, the peeling bark can appear to glow orange and gold when back-lit by the sun.
The bark does take several years to fully develop and this grows to be a medium sized tree once established. Avoid planting in areas prone to sitting wet over winter or waterlogging.
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You need to take the time to satisfy with the landscaper. You need to talk to them about what you are looking for, and they require to help you develop a style you will enjoy.
A fantastic design is good, however it has to be functional. They require to understand how you are going to utilize your lawn and who else will be utilizing it.
You want your lawn to be functional and lovely also. What do you dislike about your existing landscaping? You ought to walk the backyard with the landscaper and talk about the things you currently like about your backyard and a few of the important things you do not like. They may be able to utilize some of your existing plants in a brand-new and creative method.
Having a negative experience can make an individual cautious of working with a brand-new landscaper. Landscapers will desire to prevent things that clients do not like. Take a walk around and see the designs that look attractive and the ones that do not look so excellent.
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Various plants will require various levels of maintenance. If not they require plants that are easy to take care of.
The landscaper may have to recommend some concepts as far as coloring goes. Budgeting Info This is another issue that is going to require to be brought up.
The expense of the project should be gone over upfront so everybody is on the very same page about what can be done. Is There a Customized 3D Design?
While a drawing and even a 2D image is accommodating people will be surprised at the design when they can see it in 3D. This brand-new innovation can likewise allow the landscaper to add furnishings, little details, along with textures to their design. When an individual sees their project in 3D, they become really excited about it – exteriorarchitecture3.
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There are lots of choices from the type of plants to use to where the outdoor furnishings is going to be. This new innovation is a great way to produce brand-new styles and see the landscaping concepts come to life.
Are there above ground stuctural aspects I need to be concerned with for my outside landscape? Do I have a budget plan and is it sensible? There are numerous more concerns to ask before moving forward on a garden style strategy.
It might benefit you to seek advice from with a garden designer or landscape designer and see if dealing with a professional is the direction that finest fits you – exteriorarchitecture3. ** All b/w illustrations Residential Landscape Architecture, design procedure for the Personal Home by Booth/Hiss. Color illustration Todd Haiman Landscape Design 2016.
As a designer, I have actually become rather excellent at this over the years so prior to you go charging into your next on-site assessment, here is my step-by-step guide to distilling the dollar value from your new customer. Step One Prepare Your Customer Ahead of Time Instead of just springing the concern on your prospective customer and putting them on the spot for a response, help them be prepared to have a response by planting the seed early on.
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Use this as a chance to offer them something to believe about between the call and the time you meet on site. You’re not asking them to offer you an answer right away, you’re asking them to make the time to think about it.
The last thing I desire you to experience is a lot of hidden surprises.”Oh, and if you might bring some images or hard copies of the sorts of things you have actually seen prior to that you really like, that would be really valuable too.


Hatchlands Park, Surrey
Best for: proximity to London
Hatchlands Park is situated on the edge of the beautiful Surrey Hills and just 45 minutes from central London. Wix’s Wood is an ancient woodland, home to carpets of bluebells which will appear in late April and early May.
For latest updates visit: Hatchlands Park Facebook page
Buckland Abbey, Garden and Estate, Devon
Best for: history
Buckland Abbey is over 700 years old and now home to a museum full of treasures such as the legendary Drake’s Drum.
The historic Abbey is set in lands full of meadows, orchards and woodlands with The Great North Wood full of bluebells in spring.
For more info visit: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/buckland-abbey/
Nymans, West Sussex
Best for: country gardens
The Nymans Estate is home to a garden full of plants collected from around the world set around a romantic old house and ruins. The country gardens were inspired by the bluebell-filled woods that surround the estate.
For more info visit: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/nymans/
Best for: cycling
Lanhydrock estate has ancient woodlands blooming with waves of bluebells – and off-road cycle trails, with special routes for families and novice riders and bike hire available on-site.
For more info visit: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/lanhydrock/
Best for: views of the sea
The 16th-century garden at Godolphin is, one of the most important historic gardens in Europe. Walk through the sea of bluebells in a tranquil and mysterious woodland.
For more info visit: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/godolphin/
Sissinghurst Castle Garden, Kent
Best for: panoramic views
Climb to the top of the tower at Sissinghurst Castle Garden and enjoy vast panoramic views of the current working farm and the 450-acre wider estate. Then delve into the woodland to see the 126 million bluebells that grow there.
For more info visit: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/sissinghurst-castle-garden/
Dinefwr Park and Castle, Carmarthenshire
Best for: wildlife
Dinefwr Park and Castle is the only designated parkland National Nature Reserve in the whole of Wales, where you can discover ancient trees, rare lichen and fungi and some of the best examples of British wildlife you're likely to see – including deer. Every spring, Castle Woods is carpeted with thousands of beautiful lilac flowers.
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For more info visit: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/dinefwr/
Dunham Massey, Cheshire
Best for: spotting fallow deer
Dunham Massey is home to one of the north's great gardens. Stroll down camellia walk to see the bluebell meadow and the largest collection of flowers under the Oaks and Witch hazels next to the Bog Garden.
For more info visit: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/dunham-massey/
Hardcastle Crags, West Yorkshire
Best for: unspoilt woodland
Hardcastle Crags has more than 400 acres of unspoilt woodland in the South Pennines. There are tumbling streams, glorious waterfalls and in spring the woodland is awash with bluebells.
Rufford Old Hall, Lancashire
Best for: formal woodlands with clear paths good for buggies
Rufford Old Hall has 14 acres of gardens and woodland laid out in the formal style of the late Victorian and early Edwardian periods. Enjoy a walk among the small pathed woodland awash with a variety of native trees as well as a carpet of bluebells and crocuses.
For more info visit: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/rufford-old-hall/
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- Low maintenance
- Smooth appearance
- Wide variety of size and thickness available
- Internal and external use
- Suits walling applications
The honed natural bluestone paver is renowned for its bold, dark finish that provides a layer of depth and beauty for your walls. The honed finish delivers a smooth, matte appearance with striking tones featured throughout the paver making it a brilliant choice for any home, regardless of the pre-existing interior design and style.


PRODUCT DETAILS BELOW. The smokey grey color of this honed basalt product is not only beautiful, but remarkably consistent making this large format veneer an excellent fit for the most demanding commercial and residential projects. Inquire for samples.Request a Sample
Sourced from the same Basalt stone as our popular Lynia and Aksent series products, Ash Grey Basalt Planc is the perfect product for a design needing consistency in color and texture. The nearly flawless surface texture of the Basalt stone sets this product apart from other Planc colors sourced from Lavastone and Quartz, while the honed texture serves up a truly luxurious finish that you have to touch and feel to truly experience.
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Corners are crafted on-site by mitering or finger-jointing.


For Erosion Control and Slope Stabilization. Ideal For: shady areas, all slopes, drainage canals, berms, new turf, rough contour.
Shady areas • All slopes • Drainage canals • Berms • New turf • Rough contour
Heavy duty, biodegradable hemp netting provides solid protection during plant establishment. Easy to work with. Just follow the contour of the land, staple down, and plant through the netting. Biodegrades in 1-2 years.
Jute Netting Mesh size is retractable 1” x 1” opening. Completely natural. Biodegrades and adds 4500 lb. of Organic matter per acre. Hemp fibers absorb six times its weight in water, and slowly releases it back to the plant. Use 80 to 100 staples per roll.
- 4’ x 225’ Roll
Note: Add 4% back in for overlap


Jasminum officinale Clotted Cream | Jasmine
- Genus: Jasminum
- Species: officinale
- Cultivar: Clotted Cream
- Eventual Height: 800
- Eventual Spread: 100
- Position: full sun, partial shade, south
- Evergreen or Deciduous: Deciduous
- Soil Drainage well drained
- Soil PH: acid, alkaline, neutral
- Exposure: sheltered
- Hardiness: (H4) Hardy
Clotted Cream produces clusters of large, very fragrant cream flowers from June to September. Preferring a sheltered, sunny, well-drained site Jasminum officinale 'Clotted Cream' is perfect for covering a south or west-facing wall or an unsightly garden building.
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Groundworks Perth can excavate any foundation from plan and can supply all trades to help with you're build from start to finish.
Medium size house foundations in Perthshire. Excavations and concrete work completed on time and budget.
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Use Aura Natural Stone to Turn an Ordinary Backyard Into an Oasis
Turn An Ordinary Backyard into An Oasis Using Aura Natural Stone
Spring means the weather is warming and the flowers are blooming. It also means summer is right around the corner and it’s time to get your outdoor space summer-ready. Upgrading your backyard with a new pool or patio will add to your enjoyment factor and increase the ways you can maximize that real estate you paid for. It will also increase your resale value.
We spoke with Andrew Everleigh of Environmental Pools, who uses Aura natural stone on pools and patios around the New England area. He says the color selection is really where a project begins. “The color pattern is crucial. You start there and then think about the texture you want.”
The color you choose depends on what goes with your house and what’s popular in your neighborhood, whether it’s the blues and grays or more of the tans and browns.
Throughout much of New England it’s blue, particularly Pennsylvania Blue Stone that is often requested. Because of its popularity and recent supply chain issues due to the pandemic, this stone often isn’t in stock. However Aura offers equally beautiful blue hues, including Italian Blue Stone, Blue Sky, and Blue Mist. The newest, Italian Bluestone is a very strong sandstone with no iron in it so the color stays blue with no rusting over time.
Indiana Limestone is another popular stone that is often hard to get. For that, Aura has comparable alternatives like Sandy Point and Oxford Buff.
Aura natural landscapes can add beauty and durability to your new patio and pool area. Aura is a premier source for domestic and imported natural stone for hardscaping projects. There are a variety of stone options including granite, limestone, pebbles, quartzite, sandstone, and Travertine.
Using natural stone products on and around your home will immediately increase its value thanks to its longevity and because it is resistant to wind, fire, water, and bug infestation. Often, it also has greater slip resistance than manufactured stone.
Each stone is uniquely beautiful, and Aura offers a large selection of colors and finishes to choose from, sourced from countries worldwide. See the selections in our Aura brochure.
Everleigh says it’s best to work with a professional such as a landscape architect or a contractor like Everleigh’s company, Environmental Pools. They have the experience and knowledge required to suggest colors. “They would help narrow down the color options and source samples to see the color in person and feel the texture,” he says.
For a homeowner, a pool and patio project may feel like a daunting task. Everleigh breaks down where to start. “Everything starts at the master planning level. An architect, or somebody like myself, would work with the homeowner to create a patio layout and determine where everything sits and consider the size of the stones. Homeowners just need to trust the process. We do this work every day and understand the sequencing and different types of topography. Everybody’s yard is different, so every project will take a different approach. Hiring an experienced firm is really important.”
Everleigh says to be sure to hire someone experienced in installing patios and pools. “Don’t just bring in a mason to layout a backyard just from walking around. It takes studying the topography, the water, everything, to make an effective project come to life.”
If you’re not sure what you want your new patio and pool area to look like, you can try doing a few searches online for ideas or look at what your neighbors have. Pinterest is a great source of design inspiration.
Everleigh has a catalog of his team’s projects that he uses to give people ideas of what’s possible. “We go through and narrow down what they’re looking for and see what they like and don’t like. We help drive the conversation based on what we know, as opposed to just having them find photos on their own. There’s so much out there; it can be overwhelming.”
He says outdoor kitchens and bars have been popular for patios lately along with water features for pools. As for color, Aura’s Blue Mist and Silver Ridge granite are the biggest sellers in his New England area.
Everleigh says that designs for pools and patios don’t really go by trends, since people aren’t likely to rip out a backyard area based on a new style coming in. The looks stay pretty streamlined based on what a homeowner’s friends have done, their home’s architecture, or what‘s popular in the area.
The best piece of advice Everleigh can provide to homeowners wanting a new patio or pool in their backyard is to make a plan. “The more you can figure out ahead of time the better. Working through a design before you start building saves a lot of headaches on the backend.”


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Build The Perfect Patio With Porcelain PaversMay 14, 2021
There are many different ways to design a patio. Whether you prefer something bold or understated, sophisticated or rustic, the most important element will always be the pavers beneath your feet. A patio made with porcelain pavers offers so many more design choices than ordinary concrete or paving stones.
After all, there are only so many ways to customize poured concrete. And, natural stone, as beautiful as it is, has its limitations — most importantly, one patio looks much like any other patio.
Here are many more reasons you should consider porcelain pavers to create your own, unique, stylish patio:
Strength: Porcelain teacups may be delicate and flimsy, but porcelain pavers are exactly the opposite. Porcelain tile is made from a high-quality, refined type of clay and cured in a kiln under extremely high heat. The result is one of the toughest flooring options you can buy. Although porcelain flooring is elegant enough to be used in the most sophisticated indoor spaces, it is also commonly installed in commercial spaces because it can hold up to high traffic areas.
Budget: Today’s homeowners want to take their outdoor living spaces to the next level, rather than sticking to boring poured concrete. However, patios that are paved with natural stone can be gorgeous, but expensive. Porcelain tile that imitates natural stone is available for a fraction of the cost.
Style: There’s a wide selection of porcelain tile to suit any taste, and any creative idea, because they come in many different styles. They are made to imitate many types of natural stone, such as travertine, marble, and slate. You can choose large-format tiles for a dramatic, nearly seamless look. You can choose petite options to create intricate tile patterns, mixing and matching colors in a creative way.
Texture and Slip Resistance: Any outdoor living space will get wet occasionally, so you want a hardscaping material that is slip-resistant, such as tile and stone. Porcelain pavers offer a textured “grip” that keeps people from slipping.
Indoor and Outdoor Use: The beauty and versatility of porcelain tile makes it just as suitable to use indoors in kitchens, bathrooms, mud rooms, laundry rooms, entry ways and more. If you have a room that opens directly onto your patio, why not match the flooring between the two spaces? Doing so can make both areas appear larger. It can make your outdoor space cozier, and the indoor space brighter.
Weather Conditions: If you live in a hot climate, you want to make sure the pavers can withstand strong sunlight year after year without fading or disintegrating. Those in cold climates need to worry about freezing and cracking. Not every type of paver is made to handle these weather extremes, but porcelain tile can do it. Porcelain outdoor patio tile is water-resistant, which makes them more resistant to cracking under freezing conditions.
Low Maintenance: When spring comes around, you don’t want to spend the first glorious, sunny days scrubbing your patio tiles to prepare them for use. Applying sealer, power-washing, or otherwise maintaining your outdoor flooring is a lot of labor that you can avoid by installing porcelain tiles. They never need to be sealed to maintain their water resistance, and that means they are also less likely to stain or play host to mildew, algae, or any of the other messes Mother Nature can send your way.
Easy Installation: The difficulty level of installation for your porcelain pavers depends greatly upon your patio plans. Creating your patio may be as simple as applying gravel, placing pavers, and filling in the spaces. On the other end of the spectrum, you might want to create a more formal look, which requires more preparation and careful placement. Either way, one important benefit to using porcelain tile is their consistency. Unlike natural stone tile or cement pavers, porcelain pavers will be exactly the same size and shape, with straight edges. That makes placement much easier, especially with elaborate designs. If your patio requires professional installation, the process should go smoothly and efficiently, reducing labor costs.
Now that we’ve listed all of the reasons you should choose porcelain tile, here are some of our most popular varieties, along with some inspiration for fitting them into your own outdoor living spaces:
Fossil Snow Pattern
Fossil Snow Pattern quartzite-look tiles from the Arterra collection are available in large-format 24” x 24” squares, but you can also purchase sets with the different sizes and shapes needed to create an eye-catching pattern.
Praia Grey pavers feature soft whites and grays in a subtle tonal pattern. Use them outdoors for walkways and patios, or use them as flooring indoors to create a true indoor/outdoor lifestyle.
For a white marble-look tile with a matte finish, look no further than Praia Carrara. This beauty also has just enough slip resistance for safety in wet conditions. So, not only are they ideal for patios, but they can also be used for walkways and even pool areas.
LivingStyle Beige porcelain tile imitates the soft beige pattern of natural limestone in large-format 24” x 24” squares. With these pavers, you can create a classic warm, casual look in any space.
Decorative prints can spice up your patio plans and create a one-of-a-kind look, from subtle and elegant to bold and dramatic. Azila tiles from the Kenzzi collection feature an exotic gray and black print on a bright white background, and they look especially sophisticated installed in large spaces such as a patio.
Caldera Grigia porcelain wood-look planks are another alternative, allowing you to create the look of a wood floor in areas you would never dare to place real solid hardwood. Wood-look porcelain tile planks can recreate the look of decking, without the worry about painting, sealing, or water damage.
There are so many reasons that porcelain tile pavers are ideal for patios and other outdoor living areas, not the least of which is the variety of beautiful colors and patterns available.You’ll be amazed at how well today’s porcelain tiles can authentically replicate other types of surfaces, allowing you to create any look you want with less worry, work, and cost.


Five Seasons: The Gardens of Piet Oudolf
January 23 at 7 PM
An immersive and meditative documentary film that reveals how the revolutionary landscape designer, Piet Oudolf, upends our conventional notions of nature and public space. Internationally renowned, Oudolf's gardens include the Highline in New York City and the Lurie Garden in Chicago. His garden on Belle Isle will be planted in 2019.Sold Out
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Dekton® Grip+ by Cosentino showcases exceptional craftsmanship and innovative anti-slip solutions that inspire the architecture and design industry.
Across the vastly varying climatic conditions of the Indo Pacific, one thing that unites us is the desire to be connected to the outdoors. Wherever your locality lies these pieces will help you feel at home in the outdoors.
Known for his leading landscape design, and custom outdoor furniture and construction, renown Australian designer William Dangar’s latest venture is the transformation of a tired Bondi Beach cottage into a distinguished holiday lease property.
Houses are usually built quite quickly in Singapore, but an extended timeframe can be an advantage. Chu Lik Ren visits a home designed by Formwerkz Architects for an artist friend and his family, which allowed many details to develop organically throughout the process.


Llanishen Park Improvement Project
This project forms part of the Council’s Neighbourhood Renewal Scheme Programme, which takes forward improvement schemes suggested by local councillors.
Cardiff Council will be making improvements to Llanishen Park in 2020. Our aim is to encourage greater use of the park to improve the health and well-being of the local community.
We are undertaking consultation in two stages. The first consultation stage will gather views on how you would like your park improved. This information will be used to prepare draft plans for possible improvements to the park. A second phase of consultation events will take place later in the year, where you will be able to comment on the draft plans.
The improvement works will take place in 2020.
What’s Happening Now?
Following the first stage consultation, draft plans are currently being drawn up and we hope to be able to consult on these towards the end of the year.
Lanishen Park Improvement Project - Urgent Update
Following the public health guidance and the updated government warnings regarding Coronavirus, we are unable to undertake the planned consultation on the draft plans for the park at this time . As soon as we are in a position to proceed with the consultation, we will provide an update.


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Arbor Day Tree Planting Event
- Date: 04/20/2019 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Location: Riverton Heights Park
3011 S. 148th St.
SeaTac, Washington 98168
Join us for a tree planting event at Riverton Heights Park to celebrate Arbor Day. A short ceremony will take place at 10:00 AM and then City staff and volunteers will plant 12 Chanticleer flowering pear trees. The City of SeaTac is proud to be recognized by the non-profit Arbor Day Foundation as a Tree City USA community for our commitment to urban forestry. for more information or to volunteer, please contact Parks Projects & Operations Manager Mike Fitzpatrick at 206.973.4671.


At least 3, but not more than 5 A2 sized sheets are to be submitted as soft copies in pdf format. Your submission must meet the following criteria:
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Does your design offer originality in its execution?
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Could your design be implemented using processes, materials and technologies available or in development today?
Is your design able to deliver and demonstrate commercial or social values?
Does your design maximise or leverage tech-enabled connectivity and/or intelligence?
Does your design comprise sustainable and eco-friendly elements which help preserve the natural environment?
Does your design contribute not only to its users, but also the communities that surround it?
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A family of young adventurers and thrill seekers recently worked with Build Your Own Pool to aid them in building and executing a swimming oasis. Let’s go for a stroll around the project and get an idea of what kinds of elegant and innovative design details selected to bring this dream pool to fruition.
To start with, a natural rock waterfall consisting of large, crane set, surface select boulders hang over a large grotto cave set back against the side of the pool. The grotto, large enough for four to hide out in the water and escape the summer sun, is made of the same material. Each stone was specifically sought out for this project by a rock waterfall subcontractor, allowing the family to get exactly what they wanted at a price point significantly less than other retail quotes. This entire feature is also designed to be a leaping rock for the more adventurous young members of the family to climb and jump off into the pool from.
If the leaping rock is occupied with jumpers, just move over to the water slide that curves around the back of the water all, dropping any thrill seeker into the deep end of the pool. Water slides can then swim over to the shallow end and get out of the pool on steps made of the same rock placed by the waterfall – all meant to blend the natural aesthetic of the design into the entire poolscape.
For the adults and those more into sun worship, a raised deck provides a great place for working on that summer tan. Elevated 18″ above the pool the raised deck also backs up to the landscape grade, newly designed with drought tolerant plants, find here Allied Experts from NJ. Three well scuppers provide a water feature that gives the appearance of water coming out from below the raised deck.Across from the deck is a large, extended top step that will accommodate two large chaise chairs with umbrellas for when that sun becomes too hot.
Moving around the pool, a sunken fire pit area utilizes the pool beam as the seating for those lounging with their feet in the water. Rattan chairs with over-stuffed pillows fit perfectly into the space and quickly fill up during evening gatherings around the warm glow of this unique fire feature. The night effects of the fire pit are matched only by the LED pool lighting that rotates in color throughout the pool and inside the grotto itself. A floating rock and two bubbler fountain jets finish the effect. If the temperatures start to dip, a heat pump fires up to warm the pool and all those daring enough to take on more backyard fun.
This pool is not only a visual and recreational attraction for the family and their guests, but it is also an example of how something so elegantly executed can be sustain-ably designed, visit kleansy. Aside from the LED lighting, the pool equipment itself runs on an energy efficient, variable speed pump and an in-ground cleaning system that was engineered specifically for the design of this pool.
All in all, the project incorporates every ambitious design element that a large family pool could offer. More importantly, the project was finished ahead of schedule and just in time for the summer season to start.


Beverly Hills News – Virginia Robinson Gardens Celebrates 28th Garden Tour Through Beverly Hills In May
Posted Thursday, March 31 – 6:25 PM
By Laura Coleman
Beyond the walls of some of Beverly Hills’ grandest estates, lie gardens that will take your breath away with just a glance. Whether you have an incomparable green thumb or just enjoy being outside, the Friends of Robinson Gardens annual Garden Benefit Tour is sure to delight.
Inspired by popular Spanish song De Colores, this year’s Garden Tour, which takes place on Saturday May 14, will reflect the passion and allure of fiery Latin culture. Attendees are encouraged to look to Frida Kahlo if they need some help deciding just what to wear.
For full story see the print edition of The Beverly Hills Courier, or download the e-edition.


Adjustable black garden spike light made from solid metal tube and mounted on an adjustable knuckle joint. Finished in powder coated aluminium, this garden light is 240V and supplied with flush glass lens to shed water. Ideal to light up shrubs, small trees and to highlight focal points of your garden. This garden light is very popular for landscape lighting.
Choose a 3w or 5w warm white LED lamp or colour changing lamp to create a unique lighting effect in your garden at night. Requires own circuit from an existing or new fuse box.
You can unscrew the front bezel of this garden spike light for changing the lamp without using any tools.
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- Flush glass lens.
- IP65 protection rating.
- Adjustable knuckle.
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Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade
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Gordon Bailey isn’t much for speeches. The chairman of Bailey Nurseries attended the recent groundbreaking of the new Oltman Middle School, which will be built on land once owned by his family. But he stayed in the background and let another family member address the crowd of dignitaries and educators.
And when Bailey, of Newport, was named the 2016 Minnesota Land Trust Landowner of the Year, they had to talk him into attending the awards dinner Oct. 2 at Gale Woods Farm in Minnetrista.
“You know, my reaction is that there’s a lot of people that deserve the award more so than I,” he said.
They probably would argue that at the Minnesota Land Trust. Bailey got the award for restoring over 100 acres of former farmland in Dodge County to its original prairie habitat.
“Quite a bit of it had been farmed at one time,” said Bailey, who owns a cabin in the area. “I gradually converted more and more of it into native prairie and planted a lot of trees and shrubs to diversify the landscape and provide more of a wildlife habitat.”
He set aside the land over 15 years ago when he entered into a conservation easement agreement with the Minnesota Land Trust. The easement ensures that the land, which includes over three miles of shoreline on the Zumbro River and Dodge Center Creek, will be permanently protected from commercial or industrial development.
“It’s kind of a cooperative effort,” Bailey said, adding that friends and family had pitched in to help over the years.
During his numerous trips to the site, he’s planted big bluestem, a coarse, hearty tallgrass that can grow over 6 feet high. It helps to prevent erosion since its roots retain and absorb moisture. It helped to protect the soil during the recent heavy rains.
Bailey has also cleared a lot of invasive buckthorn from the property and planted native oak, hickory, walnut and butternut trees. They provide a good food source for turkeys, deer and other wildlife, he said.
Last year, he was one of 25 members of the Elevate Education team who successfully scaled the 19,341-foot Mt. Kilimanjaro, the tallest mountain in Africa. The team raised over $200,000 for a Boarding and Community Centre for the Kibera Girls Soccer Academy.
With next spring’s planting, Bailey figures he will have about 110 acres of restored prairie.


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An inspirational garden with varied woodland planting, mixed borders with bright summer and autumn flowers together with exotic perennials. Perched at the head of the Fal Estuary, Trelissick boasts jaw-dropping views.
An intimate Elizabethan manor and a Cornish gem, Trerice remains little changed by the advances in building fashions over the centuries, thanks to long periods under absentee owners. Today the renowned stillness and tranquillity of Trerice, much prized by visitors.
Cotehele Mill is a working mill with an atmospheric reminder of the recent past when corn was ground here for the local community.
A superb landscaped park, fallow deer, woodland and coastal walks and marvellous view, combine to make Mount Edgcumbe one of the most spectacular attractions in the West Country at any time of the year. One of only three Grade I Listed gardens in Cornwall.
Wonderfully preserved Tudor house situated in the Tamar Valley. Formally planted terraces, 'Valley Garden', medieval stewpond and dovecote, plus Upper Garden and orchards which offer great opportunities for exploring.


So you’ve finally decided to take on the backyard and build a retaining wall. Great choice! A DIY retaining wall is much easier than it seems, and you’ll be amazed at how awesome it looks once you’re done. Laying out retaining wall blocks can be tricky, though, especially if your wall is more than one level high. Here’s how to lay out your blocks perfectly so that building the rest of your foundation will go smoothly:
Things you need to lay retaining wall blocks
You will need the following tools and materials to lay retaining wall blocks:
- Brick trowel (for larger projects)
- Safety glasses, dust mask and gloves for safety.
Remove the sod
- Remove the sod with a spade or sod cutter (use caution when using a spade as you may accidentally damage nearby plants).
- Use a sod stripper if you have one (do not use a shovel).
- Do not use a lawn mower, weed whacker or any other cutting device that has sharp edges to remove grass.
Dig the trench
Trenching is the first step in laying your retaining wall. The trench should be dug to a depth of 8 inches, at least 1 foot wider than your block size, and level with the surface of the existing ground.
Once you’ve dug your trench, tap along its edges with a straight-edge board to make sure it’s straight and plumb; if necessary, use stakes placed along opposite sides for reference points as you work.
Add base material
- Use a backhoe to add base material.
- Use a shovel to add base material.
- Use a wheelbarrow to add base material.
- Use a pitchfork to add base material.
- Use a rake to add base material
Assemble the first course of blocks
To ensure that the first course of blocks is level, straight, and plumb (at right angles to the ground), use one or more of the following methods:
- Use a level. Lay a level across each row to check for level.
- Use a straight edge. Place the straight edge against each block in turn and adjust it until it touches both ends of each block without rocking back and forth; then check this same row for plumb with a plumb bob or string (see next section).
- Check every other block along all four sides using either method above until you have checked two courses’ worth of blocks; then move on to laying your second course and repeat these steps.
Ensure blocks are level, straight and plumb
To ensure that the blocks are level, straight and plumb (vertical), use a level to check for level, a straight edge to check for straight, and a spirit level or line level to check for plumb. You may also use a laser-based tool called an inclinometer which is used in many construction fields as well.
Use temporary stakes to keep things in place as needed
When laying your blocks, it’s important that they’re as level and straight as possible. To help achieve this, you can use temporary stakes to hold them in place until the mortar dries. The stakes should be at least 1/4″ taller than the block height (and preferably slightly taller), so that once they are removed, there is enough room between the top of your wall and surrounding ground for drainage.
Stakes should be placed inside each trench where it is appropriate; you don’t want to stake too far away from your wall because this will require unnecessary digging later on when you remove them! If possible, try spacing them out at 6′ intervals rather than 4′, since they’ll provide more stability when working with larger walls like those shown here.
Dig behind the block and add more base material – backfill
- Dig behind the block where it meets the ground. Use a shovel to excavate an area of base material which is larger than the block and backfill with additional material.
- Level out the base so that it’s as even as possible. This will help prevent any sagging in your retaining wall over time.
- Backfill with additional base material, filling in from behind each brick, making sure that all gaps between bricks are filled with more dirt or gravel so that no water can get through them (this will create leaking issues later on).
Continue adding base material and building up new courses of block until you’re happy with the height.
Once you’ve got the first course of block in place, continue to build up the wall using the same method. When laying up the second course, make sure that it’s level with (or higher than) your first course of blocks.
If you want a more precise way to ensure that your next course is level with your previous one, use a spirit level. If you don’t have access to one, use something else that has some weight and can be used like a plumb bob—a chunk of wood or brick will do just fine.
Place this object between your two levels and adjust accordingly so they are aligned correctly. You can also use string lines if you prefer; however, these can be difficult to keep straight when working with multiple people unless each person is responsible for their own portion of string line during construction.


I qualified as a Garden Designer from the London College of Garden Design in 2016. I am beginning to set up my own design practice as well as working freelance with garden designer Manoj Malde. I visited London Stone on a special outing day with the London College of Garden Design and would like to specify their products on various projects. I am also a Pre Registered member of the Society of Garden Designers. My own personal website is currently being created.
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Patio Gazebo Ideas – Have you ever thought of building a gazebo in your backyard? Buying a pre-built gazebo can be very expensive. You also can not choose the size and shape of the gazebo to suit your needs. Gazebo can also lose some of the accessories you need. Buying a gazebo will seriously narrow down your choices. The next best option is to build your own private gazebo. All you need are some good gazebo plans and you can build your own gazebo to your liking. It will also be much cheaper than buying a gazebo and you can also add any furniture or accessories you want to the gazebo. A gazebo will definitely enhance the beauty of your backyard and raise the price of your property.
You need to determine the exact way in which you will use your gazebo before you start looking for plans to build a gazebo. Are you going to use it as an outside office? Will you use it as storage space? Are you going to use it to organize a party? Make sure you have a clear idea of your requirements before you start searching patio gazebo ideas. Once you have a clear picture of your needs, you can decide which gazebo design and shape will work best for you. You also need to make sure the type of accessories and enhancements you need in the gazebo. If you want to have water and electricity in the gazebo, better plan this from the beginning.
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Make sure you have nice patio gazebo ideas about the size of the gazebo you’ll be building. Do not try to put a large gazebo onto a small piece of land. This will make you create a crowded backyard view and will completely reduce the beauty of the landscape. If the availability of the land is not a problem, then you should base your size decision, on the destination gazebo. If you are thinking of holding a party inside the gazebo, better leave as much space as possible. On the other hand, if your gazebo will be more personal then you may be happier with smaller size. Make sure your gazebo plan has accurate measurements for all dimensions of the gazebo.
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Leycesteria 'Jealousy' (Leycesteria formosa)
A vigorous, thicket-forming upright plant that produces attractive chartreuse foliage that cools down with purple highlights later in the season. The plant is accented with showy white blooms in summer followed by purple fruit that may attract birds. Also known as Himalayan Honeysuckle or Flowering Nutmeg.
Ideal for mixed borders, mass plantings and adding height to large containers.
Feed monthly with a balanced fertilizer.
Allow soil to dry between thorough waterings. Water freely in dry weather. Water regularly to keep evenly moist.
Fertile, well-drained soil.
Basic Care Summary
Best in fertile, well-drained soil. Water regularly until established.
|Height Metric Range||91-152cm|
|Space Metric Range||61-91cm|
|Companion Plants||Yucca, Sedum|
|Lowest Temperature||0° to 20°F|
|Lowest Temperature Metric||-18° to -7°C|
|Bloom Time||Summer to autumn|
|Plant Light||Sun to Part Shade|
|Hardiness Zone||7, 8, 9|


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ou can pick up patio design ideas from videos, patio sketches, books on patio design, photo galleries and articles you can view from the net. There are lots of websites that can help you in your project. Look for those who offer free patio catalogs. You can also consult with a reputable landscape designer around your area. When you find one, make actual visits to his finished patio projects so you can see firsthand how creative and artistic the designer is. In designing your patio, there are various factors, options and choices to consider. You can build a patio which is attached to your house. Or you can opt for a detached patio. Some basic facts such as patio size, shape, surface textures, enclosure options, patterns and finishes are design considerations. Various materials to choose are concrete, stone, tile, brick, pavers or gravel. You have to consider the important functions your patio will serve. Factors such as location’s accessibility, exposure to sun and your planned activities of entertaining, dining and sun bathing play important part in determining the appropriate patio designs.
The quantity of available space that you have lets you generate a layout so that you can plan your ultimate patio designs. This also gives you a clear-cut indication of the quantity of concrete that you want to lay. Same goes for the tiles you want have to pave. And for paving, it is best to get well recognized pavers.
An arbor provides the least amount of guard from rain and sun in any covered patio designs. Usually more of an aesthetic choice than a practical one. Arbors come in a variety of different designs. Even if you know how to build an arbor, many homeowners consider DIY arbor kits for convenience. These kits come complete with all the required materials and instruction guide. Even with a DIY arbor kit, some homeowners may still find it difficult to construct an arbor. For this reason, you may need to hire a professional to complete your project. After the arbor structure is complete, the you can paint the arbor in your favorite color.
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A mixture of colorful wildflowers adaptable to a wide range of soils and climates in California. Gives bloom over a long period and will reseed. Grows 1 to 4 feet high.
Ground cover, slopes, meadows in sunny areas. Parking strips, roadsides and low maintenance areas. Excellent when mixed with grasses or clover.
One ounce to 125 square feet. For non-irrigated areas sow in late fall or winter. Irrigated areas can be sown at any time. Germination varies from 1 to 4 weeks.
Water infrequently and deeply.
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The wildflower seeds contained in this mixture have been commercially produced in fields planted for seed production. No seeds were collected in native habitats.
Packets available in 1 oz. size. Approximately 20,000 seeds per packet.
Larger quantities are available. Please contact us for additional information and a quotation.


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Royal Institute of British Architecture Ambassador Programme
A small but committed group of Year 12 students has been taking part in a collaborative project with RIBA and architecture practice Haworth Tompkins as part of RIBA’s Architecture Ambassadors programme.
Our students were shown how architects communicate and develop ideas from initial concepts through to final designs through research, drawing and model making.
They then set us a brief to design a public pavilion for one of a choice of three local sites, St Luke's Church, Cantelowes Park or Granary Square.
Last week we went to the Haworth Tomkins to tour the studios and to present our ideas.
The group had developed a really wide range of ideas such as a community conservatory for the church; a sunken seating area with a green roof for Granary Square and sheltered, comfortable seating for Cantelowes Park.
Every student presented their ideas and architects Sophie, Alise, Sam and Laura gave in depth feedback.
They were really impressed with the variety of ideas and the quality of the presentations.
Great work from Alice, Bibi, Poppy, Rene, Thalia and Zena.


Boxwood pyramid (Buxus Sempervirens pyramid)
It is beautiful, hardy and always green: the boxwood pyramid or the Buxus Sempervirens pyramid. Wherever you plant it, in the sun or shade, it will thrive. Like any boxwood species, the boxwood pyramid is sensitive to the boxwood caterpillar and boxwood moth. And yet it remains a very popular plant.
Buxus pyramid (Buxus Sempervirens pyramid)
The boxwood pyramid looks great in your garden, in the ground, in a pot or planter. The plant is still a symbol of reliability and class.
The boxwood pyramid originally comes from the south, but it also thrives in our climate. A pure eye-catcher in your garden.
Why choose the boxwood pyramid?
- The boxwood in pots or in the garden is always beautiful.
- It stays green for the whole year.
- This plant is hardy.
- It grows quite slowly.
- The boxwood pyramid can be pruned well.
- It can withstand shade.
- The plant is not very expensive to purchase.
When is the best time to plant a boxwood?
The best months to plant boxwood are October to the end of April. Then the plant is well rooted for the summer.
How do you plant a boxwood pyramid?
- If you put it in the ground, think about where you want to put it and clear the ground around it completely from weeds.
- Dig a hole about 1.5 times as deep and wide as the root ball.
- Make sure to loosen the soil well.
- Sprinkle some lime in the hole and mix it through the substrate.
- Then sprinkle in some compost with plenty of leafy soil, then mix this together with the lime and the rest of the earth.
- Place the boxwood pyramid in the hole. Nicely upright.
- Make sure the top of the root ball is equal to the ground level.
- Fill the hole with soil and press down well.
- Water generously. Keep doing this in the coming period so that the boxwood pyramid takes off well.
Provide enough water, but not too much either.
If the plant starts well, make sure to fertilize it with granulated cow manure. Preferably at the end of February, in May after pruning or in July.
You can always plant boxwood, unless it is freezing.
The boxwood pyramid does well everywhere, but it does prefer a spot in full sun or partial shade.
Advice & Care
- Give the boxwood plant enough water; but not too much.
- Do not prune the plant in sunny weather, otherwise the twigs can dry out.
- Have you pruned the boxwood pyramid a little too rigorously? No problem, it just takes a while before the plant is nicely full again.
- Keep a close eye on it, so that you quickly spot any fungi or the boxwood caterpillar.
- Fertilize the boxwood in due time.
Treating known boxwood pyramid condition
Boxwood fungus - the boxwood sometimes suffers from the boxwood fungus. It then develops yellow or brown leaves that eventually fade completely. The leaves are falling out more and more, leaving a bare plant. Remove those branches. Then also clean your tools, gloves and clothing. Our advice is: make sure the plant is in organic boxwood soil and give them sufficient boxwood nutrition.
Boxwood caterpillar (boxwood moth) - you see: spin communal tents that are stuck together, dead leaves, bare branches and the "skeleton" of the boxwood, then the boxwood caterpillar or boxwood moth keeps home. If the bark is still green, the boxwood is still alive. You will most likely not have to write off the plant. What you can do is the following: control the caterpillar in an environmentally friendly way. You must carry out the treatment very thoroughly and certainly repeat it the following week.
If the plant does need to be removed, consider a boxwood substitute: yew, thuja or bay leaf.
Advantages and disadvantages of a boxwood
- The boxwood bulb is quite cheap.
- It is easy to prune due to its slow growth.
- It retains its shape and is hardy.
- The boxwood remains green in winter.
- The plant has a dense structure.
- It grows almost on all pitches, also in the shade.
- It grows slowly.
- Unfortunately, the boxwood sometimes suffers from boxwood fungus and boxwood moth.
- Pruned too rigorously? Then it takes a while before the plant is full again.
A green plant in a beautiful shape, which is hardy and easy to maintain. Then consider the boxwood pyramid. You can already see it: next to the front door or back door or just in the middle of your garden. In a pot or in the garden. Magnificent.
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Raj Blend (also known as Raj green) sawn sandstone is a warm mixture of grey, green and brown shades that complement each other perfectly. Ideally suited to contemporary gardens, Raj Blend sawn brings the classic colour tones of the past into modern garden designs.
Copings are available in:
600 x 300 x 40mm two long sides bullnosed (2LSBN)
900 x 400 x 40mm one long side bullnosed (1LSBN)
All copings have a sawn smooth surface.
Please note: The shade of the final product will differ compared to the sample you may receive due to large natural variation of colours within this product. We recommend that all customers read our product selection, maintenance & installation guides before purchasing.
Do not use acidic cleaners on natural stone as they can cause permanent, irreparable, damage to the colour and structure of the stone.
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