Recently, at a meeting with potential clients a common subject came up- when to build a deck vs when to build a patio, and how do you choose. This is a rather interesting subject and will be our topic of conversation over the next 3 posts. If you are looking to increase your useable outdoor space without breaking the bank, adding a…
Last week’s blog post discussed the importance of including winter interest when landscaping, and has led to several emails from readers highlighting a common theme. The most repeated statement has been, “I have lots of evergreens but they are too big.” Further into our conversations the real problem often presents itself. It is often not the size of their trees/shrubs, but their location amongst their…
Many folks in the northern regions like Edmonton often forget about winter interest shrubs in their landscaping plans. Plants enter a period of rest, bright fall foliage dissipates, and then the snow flies, leaving a bleak landscape full or whites and greys. However, it does not have to be this way. This is where establishing a landscape plan becomes crucial. A…
The sporadic temperatures appear to be a continuing trend in Edmonton, and we all know what that means- ice, ice, and more ice! With this in mind, don’t take the easy road. Using salt or commercial de-icer on your concrete or stone pathways will cost you in the long run. In addition, it can also cause damage to the plants and soil surrounding your…