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Sustainable Landscaping Tips for an Environmentally Friendly Lawn

With the current state of our planet, it is more important than ever to become environmentally conscious about our choices, and our lawns and gardens are no exception. When implemented effectively, sustainable landscaping practices contribute to a healthier, more resilient environment while supporting the well-being of communities and ecosystems. Here are some ways to create […]

5 Landscape Design Features That Instantly Elevate Your Home

Are you looking to elevate your backyard landscape this summer? If so, we’ve got what you need to take your backyard to the next level! Here are five recommendations that will swiftly and dramatically enhance your outdoor space. Outdoor Lighting Illuminate your backyard with a variety of lighting options such as string lights, lanterns, or […]
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Summer Serenity: Designing a Backyard Retreat to Unwind and Recharge

As the summer season approaches and people seek to maximize their time outdoors, it’s the perfect opportunity to transform your outdoor space into a serene retreat that cater to relaxation and entertainment. Here are some of the top landscaping features to consider when designing a backyard retreat this summer! Pergolas and Shade Structures Integrating pergolas […]
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Top Five Indoor Plants For The Winter Season

When I think of winter in Burlington Vermont, I think of beautiful snow-capped mountains in the distance, hitting the slopes, ice skating, snowman building, and enjoying the views of our quaint snow-covered city. But, what also comes to mind is the unforgiving cold temps and crispy dry air that can wreak havoc on our indoor plants. Recently, this has made me think to cater my indoor plant choices to ones that will thrive in all seasons of the year- without having to go through the extra effort of spritzing the leaves and setting up the humidifier near our high maintenance, winter hating plants. The top five indoor plants that thrive throughout the winter season are: 
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Top 5 Garden Trends for 2021

2021 has been a record year for home gardeners. There are more people gardening this year than ever before for a variety of reasons: the pandemic has created a fleet of remote workers who are finding more time to get out in their backyards and tend to gardens, often for the first time ever. These gardeners are mostly looking to grow their own food and become more self-sustainable.

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Perennial Maintenance: How to Divide Plants

Although perennials are famously low maintenance, there are some varieties that need to be divided every few years to maintain healthy roots and foliage. Bonus: that favorite daylily you planted a few years ago will now be three! Dividing plants is a fairly easy and straight-forward garden chore that can be done in the spring […]

Community Outreach… Why We Like To Give Back!

Giving back to the community is so important for a number of reasons! It gives you a sense of purpose, it helps you to gain new perspectives, and it allows you to share your expertise in a way that helps others.  Every year here at di Stefano Landscaping, since we opened our doors for business […]
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How To Plan, Plant & Maintain A Kitchen Garden

With many people getting more and more interested in growing their own food, kitchen gardens have become extremely popular in recent years. But what exactly is a kitchen garden and how can you create one in your backyard? The good news is you don’t need a lot of space (or money) to create a kitchen […]
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Seasonal Annual Color

With these chilly mornings, fall annuals come to the forefront of our attention. Many gardeners strive for a low-maintenance, colorful perennial garden that comes back year after year. But one of our favorite ways to elevate our clients’ landscapes and add new color each year is with annuals. Annual plants provide a low-cost, low-stakes way […]
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