We often choose plants for our gardens based on their visual appeal. Maybe you’re seeking a particular color of bloom, or you want something that blooms at a particular time of year. Visual aesthetics are certainly one of the most important aspects in planning landscaping projects, but they aren’t the only consideration! If you also…
If you have been shopping for plants to include in your landscaping project, you may have noticed many species are designated as “California native” or “California friendly” plants. You might assume that because you live in California, either type of plant will fit right into your yard. It’s true that you could use either variety,…
We’ve been getting a lot of calls about the HERO program, from concerned homeowners who want to reduce their overall energy and water usage. If you’re wondering whether the HERO program can help you, read on for answers to some of the most frequently asked questions.
If you’ve been sniffling and sneezing a lot lately, you may already suspect an allergic reaction. Many people are allergic to the fine, powdery pollen produced by trees. When inhaled, even in small amounts, pollen can trigger sneezing, watery eyes, coughing, a sore throat, and other common allergy symptoms.
When selling a home, we tend to focus on improving the structure itself in order to appeal to prospective buyers. While the building is certainly important, most buyers are also highly concerned with its outdoor space. Since landscaping can make or break a sale, keep these important factors in mind when trying to sell real…
For some of us, the best way to cope with grief is by nurturing new life. Whether you’ve lost a parent, child, or family pet, planning a memorial garden may be the welcome distraction you need. The garden will also honor the memory of your loved one, and give you a sense of closure.
If you’re planning a summer vacation, chances are you’re focused on hotel reservations, restaurants, and activity ideas. But it’s equally important to make plans for your home while you’re away. In particular, if you don’t care for your landscaping you could come home to dead plants and an out-of-control yard. Follow these tips to get…
We want to provide you with the landscape design of your dreams, but we also understand that budget can impact the design process. For those of you who want to invest in a valuable upgrade to your homes, but may not have enough cash saved to achieve all you want, we offer two affordable financing…
Each year, the U.S. Small Business Administration honors local small businesses and entrepreneurs for their contributions to the economic well-being of our country. Small Business Week was established in 1963 in order to recognize the importance of small businesses, and to reward those who have made a positive impact on their communities. More than half…
Did you know that each year, over 100,000 people call poison control centers with concerns over exposure to toxic plants? Often these misadventures don’t happen on camping trips, as you might imagine. Some of the most poisonous plants in California are also commonly found in our gardens! While most are generally harmless as long as…
This week, we’re excited to announce that the renovations to our office are complete! Along with our focus on quality landscape design, we want to make your personal experience with us pleasant and comfortable as well. The changes in our office are aimed at that goal, so that you experience the absolute best service in…
As you may have heard, our state is experiencing a drought. The rivers and reservoirs are dangerously low, and Governor Brown has asked us all to cut our water usage by 20 percent. Mandatory conservation measures have not been ruled out, and could be enforced soon if conditions don’t improve.
When you first begin to think of installing a pool in your backyard, you might be tempted to pick up the phone and immediately call a pool company. However, it’s best to stop and think about what you’re actually hoping to gain from this investment. Do you want a pool, purely for the sake of…
Rumor has it the real estate market will be picking up in 2014, what with home prices rising and more people gaining approval for mortgages. If you’ve been waiting for prices to go up so that you can turn a profit, now might be the time to get your home on the market.
At first glance, you might wonder what your landscaping has to do with retirement. For some it might mean that you planning to spend more time in your garden once you retire. But for a lot of our clients, we find that their interest in travel can complicate things a bit landscaping-wise. If you hope…