You probably have a landscape design style that speaks to you. But is purity your goal? For most of us, an "inspired" landscape is more realistic. Japanese-inspired and English-inspired landscapes are common.
Why is the "inspired" garden a good approach for many landscapes?
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This month's Total Landscape Care magazine has a cover article on fitting water features into small spaces.
Look for Ben Bowen (our landscape designer) and his design tips in the article!
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As mentioned on this blog, and anywhere else I could find, we were named a finalist for TLC's "Landscaper of the Year" program last fall. It is an honor and has been a great experience for us.
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In my search for child proof landscaping I have come across some great ideas. Here are just a few that you can try.
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How does a landscaping project get on our schedule? And is the start date set in stone?
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You need a license to drive, sell liquor, kill, and.... landscape?
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Your landscape project, after a gestation period of several months, has started and is nearing completion. From our perspective, your project is not complete until you are totally happy with every detail.
Does that mean that final payment is not due until every detail is completed?
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Portland's Green Street facilities are small rain gardens that catch rain water, letting it naturally return to the ground. Why should you care?
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From my perspective, landscaping tastes change gradually- but they are always changing. What rose or fell in 2013? Here are three winners and three losers:
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"Are you guys busy?" A great question, but one I hate to hear. Why?
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