Holiday Decorating
It’s no coincidence that we do a lot of decorating at the time of year when daylight is scarce, or that much of that decorating involves twinkle lights. Dreary days become considerably more cheerful when we surround ourselves with extra beauty, sparkle, and glistening magic. Because the holiday season is when our decorating extends to […]
Planning for Spring with Bulbs
Did you find yourself ooo-ing and aahh-ing over the beautiful flower bulbs blooming in other people’s gardens this spring only to come home to no colorful display in your own yard? Many people love spring bulbs and then forget that they need to be planting them in the fall. With a little planning and planting […]
Seasonal Urns
You’ve seen it before: the raised urn overflowing with luscious plants in the middle of an understated bed of groundcover, the stately welcome of colorful flowers flanking the front door, or the eye-catching container of seasonal hues at the end of a path that invites you to come closer. Incorporating seasonal container displays is a […]
Planning This Year’s Vegetable Garden
Spring is fighting its way to our landscapes and the first green leaves are popping up, so naturally it’s time to think about what to plant in the garden this year! If you had a garden last year, think about what did well for you and what didn’t – if raccoons got to the sweet […]
Designing for Winter Interest
In Northern Illinois, it’s easy to think that our landscapes are only relevant during the warmer months. While there may not be blooming flowers or water moving through fountains right now, there’s a lot of beauty to be had in the landscape in January. Our skilled landscape designers will always consider the winter habits of […]
Utilizing Native Plant Species for your Next Landscaping Project
With thousands of plants to choose from when tackling a home landscaping project, picking out the right plant species can be a daunting task. A single way to make that decision a little easier is to use native plant species found in your neighborhood. Not only will you be expressing the culture of your community […]
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? […]