If I had a penny for every client who included "I want a low/no maintenance design" as part of their wish list, well... 170 pennies are in a pound, so … [Read more...] about Who cares for your landscape? That’s the last step in the design!
Horticulture
Why the anti-lawn movement bugs me a little
There's a movement afoot to convince people to ditch the lawn in favor of other plants, be they edibles, ornamentals, or a mix of the two. This is not … [Read more...] about Why the anti-lawn movement bugs me a little
Are you planting bedding impatiens this year? No you’re not…
Impatiens are a common, easily grown summer annual that lights up shady yards throughout the country. When I worked for my brother in Rhode Island, we … [Read more...] about Are you planting bedding impatiens this year? No you’re not…
Wood chips, nitrogen, and one of my least favorite myths
I love a good conspiracy theory. The more outlandish the better, too. If you can connect Justin Timberlake, Kim Jong-Un, and the moon landing - we … [Read more...] about Wood chips, nitrogen, and one of my least favorite myths
Simple Container Plantings for Winter
This year I really got into containers. Sourcing unique containers is a blast and when I couldn't find the perfect color... well, spray painting pots … [Read more...] about Simple Container Plantings for Winter