April (and March) Showers Bring May Flowers
While it may still be in the high 40’s – low 50’s, spring is already on its way! Now is the time to start looking at seeding and planting, as…
Is a Paver Patio Right For Me?
Are you thinking about a paver patio? Here are some tips to help you decide! Low Cost The initial cost will probably be higher than other options, but it…
What Is Hardscaping and Softscaping?
Hardscape and softscape are two distinct forms of landscaping. Both are equally important in terms of property beautification, and finding the right balance between the two is the key to…
Unilock Paver Walkway – Plano, IL
This Unilock paver project was recently installed and overseen by one of our landscape designers, Pete Thomas. The client wanted to replace their concrete sidewalk with Unilock Holland Premier pavers,…
Why Should You Garden Organically?
1. With organic gardening, fewer pesticides and chemical fertilizers are released into the environment, and humans are not exposed to potentially toxic chemicals. 2. Organic gardens reduce chemical runoff. Two…
Winter Plantings
How do you add texture, color, and beauty to your yard during the winter? With careful planning during spring, summer, and fall and adding a few easy accents during winter,…
Four Steps for Designing a Great Patio
Consider your patios purpose. How you plan to use your patio will affect every design decision you make along the way. Is your patio going to be used as a…
Tips for Designing a Great Patio Space
Consider your patios purpose. How you plan to use your patio will affect every design decision you make along the way. Is your patio going to be used as a…
Planning Your Landscaping
A well manicured landscape starts long before the first seed hits the ground. Every home’s landscaping is different, but the process is similar and follows the same steps. 1. Planning…
Show Off Your Winter Landscaping
Have Hardscape Elements In the winter you need to rely on your hardscape, so anything non-living, such as patios, brick work, walls, fountains, arches, etc. Wooden archways especially can be…