Before and After

There are times when a Before and After image can really help you understand exactly what can happen when you transform a yard.  Here are a few of our favorite Before and After shots.  Enjoy!

Okay, so we've been slack with blogging...

But we've been anything BUT slack when it comes to our work this fall.

Here's what we've been up to.

Told you we've been busy!

Enhancing Your Landscape With Professional Design

For many homeowners, making the decision to hire a professional landscaping company isn't always easy.  Many people do not understand the value that a well designed landscape can add to their home.  A well designed and maintained landscape adds impact and dimension to your home's appearance.  A professional understands how to compliment the architecture of your home and bring your personality into the design.

An expertly designed and installed landscape will aesthetically improve your home's appearance, much the way your interior furnishings do.  The difference, however, is that landscaping is a true capitol improvement.  Interior furniture and fixtures are not.  The financial benefit of a professionally designed and maintained landscape can add a 10% to 40% value to your home.  That is more than reason enough to consider such an investment!

A well designed landscape is more than plants.  It includes proper placement of plants, fences, decks, patios...it is the creation of exceptional outdoor spaces.  It is more than just a look.  It is an extension of your home.  Added living space, added recreation space, and added investment.

When designing a landscape, a professional will consider the flow of your yard and how you access the various areas.  A professional will see your vision in stages and have the ability to foresee how your landscape will grow and change with your budget.  Before you hire a professional, be certain they know your budget and how you intend to stage the various projects to complete your overall look.  With this information, a professional landscape designer will know what projects should be completed first to give your home the most value.

Visit your landscaper's website, look for testimonials and large photo galleries.  Does your landscaper have a blog that give you information to assist you in caring for your landscape?  Is your landscaper always available to answer your questions?  These are the things that set a landscape designers apart.

What's Your Garden Style?

Thinking about a new landscape, but really don't know what exactly it is you might be looking for? Certainly not an uncommon problem, but one we encounter on a regular basis. Your landscape should reflect your own interests and lifestyle. There are so many different styles to choose from that trying to decide on one specific style may seem a little overwhelming to the novice.

An Asian/Zen garden many not exactly suit your Colonial style home, and if there is anything you need to understand, it's the idea that the garden surrounding your home needs to complement the style of your home. Before making a decision, drive around some neighborhoods and take note of what you like or don't like. Look through magazines and cut out the pictures that particularly appeal to you.

If you're still having trouble trying to determine your gardening style, take this quiz.