Privacy Hedges
Privacy hedges are a beautiful addition to any landscape and keeps the greenery flowing throughout your yard. The Better Barrier Thinking about spring and creating a beautiful privacy hedge? Let’s start with a list of your privacy needs and some basic planning questions. Examples of questions… Where in your yard do you need more privacy? […]
Give back to the environment this Easter
As we approach this very endearing holiday, it is important to be thankful for all that we have and to also share the wealth. One area of life in which we can do that is to support the natural beauty of our habitat by growing native plants. This Easter, let’s give back to our environment […]
How to Prepare Your Garden for Spring
Chicago winters may be cold, but as we enter the spring months warmer and brighter days are in our forecast. We’re not the only ones that enjoy this weather, however. Our gardens and landscapes will greatly benefit from the warmth and sunshine as well. To get your garden ready for spring, check off these preparation […]
Your Trusted Local Landscape Company
In 1952, Carl and Anne Bruss founded Bruss Landscaping, Inc. as a nursery and retail garden center. As the business grew over the years, the second generation owners, Bob and Bill, took over and moved from the original location to our current office in Wheaton and opened a 10-acre nursery in West Chicago. 1993 brought […]
The Best Gift for Valentine’s Day
Gifts such as jewelry, flowers, and chocolate, are typically expected gifts for Valentine’s Day but why not do something different for your significant other? Get your partner something they can love and appreciate everyday for years to come: a recirculating water feature in your home’s landscape. There are many benefits to having a recirculating water […]
How to Protect your Pavers in the Winter
The winter months in Chicagoland can be brutal not only on us but our landscapes, too. Our hardscapes have to endure the cold and other elements that come with Chicago’s long winter season. Just as we take measures to protect ourselves from the elements, it’s also essential to protect your hardscapes now so they will […]