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Replacing Storm Damaged Trees in Virginia, Maryland, or DC

Well, it looks like Winter Storm Titan!!! (cue dramatic music) is fizzling out already, but that’s not to say it didn’t bring ice and snow with it. Luckily it’s still ...

by Dave Marciniak • March 3, 2014

DIY Landscaping

How to Remove Concrete Steps and Slabs

I read online garden and landscape forums from time to time. Seeing what questions homeowners post there gives me a little insight into what you all are thinking. It’s akin ...

by Dave Marciniak • January 30, 2013January 20, 2013

DC Landscape Design, Design, DIY Landscaping, Landscape Design, Maryland Landscape Design, Northern Virginia Landscape Design, Virginia Landscape Design

Basic Color Theory for Landscape Design

I’m a firm believer that Nature is awesome and flowers don’t clash. Ever. The view from a hot air balloon of my ideal garden would look like a bowl of ...

by Dave Marciniak • July 18, 2011July 15, 2011

DC Landscape Design, Design, DIY Landscaping, Drainage, Hardscaping, Landscape Design, Landscape Installation, Maryland Landscape Design, Northern Virginia Landscape Design, rain barrels, Sustainable Landscaping

Simple Factoids About Landscape Drainage

Last night I signed contracts with some great folks, and they asked me to add some drainage work while the crews are out there. We walked out to look at ...

by Dave Marciniak • April 6, 2011February 16, 2019

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10 Tips for Landscaping with Kids

With the end of another winter upon us, I’m reminded of my mom’s summertime refrain: “David, go outside and play!” Here’s a list of ten things to think about when ...

by Dave Marciniak • March 17, 2011April 5, 2013

DIY Landscaping, Landscape Design

10 Myths About Hiring a Landscape Contractor

The other day, one of the industry blogs I follow highlighted a hit piece that someone did about hiring a contractor. I started to write him an email rebutting all ...

by Dave Marciniak • August 3, 2010

DIY Landscaping, Hardscaping, Landscape Design, Patio Designs, Pavers, Stone

Where to Buy Pavers in Northern Virginia

Since we’re talking about pavers lately, I figured it may be useful to point out where they’re available to look at and purchase. I’m a big fan of display yards, ...

by Dave Marciniak • June 10, 2010

DIY Landscaping, Food, Frugal Gardening, Horticulture, Landscape Design, Sustainable Landscaping, Virginia Garden Events

Guest Post: Gardening Tips for April

One area of my industry I’ve wanted to do more with is garden coaching- working with homeowners to teach them how to care for their gardens themselves. The curse of ...

by Dave Marciniak • April 13, 2010

DIY Landscaping, Hardscaping, Landscape Design, Patio Designs

Looking for Landscape Designs for Small Yards?

Are you looking for landscape design ideas for small spaces? Be sure to check out my Landscape Packages page. I’ve created several simple yet elegant designs that will work in ...

by Dave Marciniak • March 26, 2010

DIY Landscaping, Landscape Design, ponds, Water features

Pondbuilding Basics

Looking to build a pond? That’s a great idea. There’s a whole industry that’s grown up around residential backyard ponds over the last decade, so it’s easier than ever to ...

by Dave Marciniak • March 8, 2010