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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 […]
Gardening

Lilacs

With Memorial Day just around the corner I am often reminded of Walt Whitman’s “When Lilacs last in the dooryard bloom’d”: When lilacs last in the dooryard bloom’d, And the great star early droop’d in the western sky in the night, I mourn’d, and yet shall mourn with ever-returning spring.  Ever-returning spring, trinity sure to […]
Gardening

Native Plants

When we are asked about trends in the landscape industry here in Vermont, it is often mentioned that more and more clients are asking for native plants to be incorporated into their landscapes. What exactly is a native plant and why should they be incorporated into our landscapes? Well, according to the USDA (United States Department […]
Gardening

Moon Gardens

Never heard of a Moon Garden, don’t worry you are not alone. Moon Gardens are spaces that are designed to be enjoyed in the evening hours. These spaces are growing in popularity especially with the busy work schedules we all maintain. They are the perfect place to go on an evening stroll, a place for […]
Gardening

Deer Proofing Your Landscape

What can you plant to help deter deer from visiting your garden? Apparently deer rely on their sense of smell when it comes to food. By planting strong smelling perennials like Chives, Nepeta and Lavender, you can help mask the smell of more appetizing plants. Plants with rough or fuzzy texture or thorns planted around […]
Gardening

Spring Bulb Planting

There are several types of bulbs known as “tender bulbs”, which need be planted in your gardens and containers in the spring for summer flowers and interest. These bulbs are not cold hardy enough to withstand our Vermont winters, but will thrive in the summer Landscape if treated like annuals.  They are great in containers […]
Gardening

Container Gardening – Home & Garden Show Workshop Summary

There are many things to take into consideration when it comes to container gardening. First you need to determine the placement of your planters. Are they going to be permanent or are you going to need to be able to move them? After you decide where you want them, you need to decide how many […]
Trends

Landscape Design Trend – Fire Pits

As made evident by the photo of our work gracing the cover of The Best of Central Vermont Trend Watch this Spring, fire pits are becoming more and more popular in the landscape.  They have become one of the first things that new clients ask to be incorporated into landscape designs of both new landscapes & […]
Projects

Backyard Patio

We recently completed this great looking wall and firepit overlooking Lake Champlain in Burlington, VT. Dolph Pond Granite from our partners at Adirondack Natural Stone was used to create this masterpiece.
News

Ice Storm 2013

15 tons of salt, hundreds of gallons of diesel, lots of red bull, broken hydraulic lines & shovels, careful planning and a determined (and tired) crew. We now claim victory on the 2013 ice storm. The roads, driveways and parking lots we service are all clean, safe and accessible. Once again doing what it takes […]
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