One way to give an elegant and finishing touch to your garden beds is to surround them with mortared stonework. If installed properly by a professional stone masonry contractor, this stonework should last many years and enhance not only the look of your landscaping, but add value and curb appeal to your home as well. However, quality stonework is not […]
Mother Nature never fails to deliver something stunning and unique for us to behold each and every season. Throughout the fall, the foliage on our deciduous trees is hands down the star of the show. As these trees prepare to leave their leaves behind in the winter, there are a few trees that stand out for their unparalleled foliage display. […]
When it comes to caring for your landscape plants, water plays an essential part in your plants’ ability to grow and thrive. As professional landscapers installing plants and trees on a daily basis, we have found overwatering to be the most frequent cause of plant death. Each plant is unique and they will prefer varying amounts of water, so it’s […]
Whether in your front, side or backyard, landscaping adds instant equity to your home value. Furthermore, a well designed landscape has the potential to further appreciate the home value over time. While the actual increase in value is largely subjective, it consistently ranges from between 5-15%. Given that Frisco, Texas has a current median home price of $396,500, new landscaping […]
A very common question that client’s ask when discussing plant options during a design consultation is; Does landscape fabric work? Will it eliminate the need to pull or treat unwanted grass and weeds in my garden bed? The truth is that landscape fabric, also referred to as weed barrier is one of the most controversial products used in landscaping and […]
As we approach almost a decade in the landscape installation business, landscaping with decomposed granite has been a popular option in many of our hardscape and landscape designs. We love taking a blank canvas and giving it new life with and purpose using natural materials. One of nature’s most versatile and cost-effective materials is Decomposed Granite (DG). If you are […]
One of the most practical, but often overlooked aspects of your landscaping is the benefits of ground cover plants. Ground cover plants are small, low-growing, and predominantly foliage-only. They grow to create a dense, blanket-like cover for almost any landscaping area. Depending on the growth habit, groundcovers can be used in formal gardens, but are typically used to fill larger […]
When considering how to take advantage of your current outdoor living space, one of the greatest ways to capitalize on the space and see a return on the investment will be to install a stone patio. Patios provide a functional base for hundreds of outdoor living options: seating, dining, cooking, shade just to name a few. Whether you are planning […]
The allure of tropical landscaping is felt throughout north Texas. With our hot and humid summers, many homeowners are drawn to tropical landscaping and the selection of plants throughout our area certainly provides many choices for these lush, summer flowering plants. The majority of tropical plants will survive the longest within plant hardiness zones 9-11. Our north Texas area sits […]
Whether you are preparing for a large-scale landscaping installation with new garden beds, irrigation work and hardscaping or simply having sod replaced, there are several things you should know about how to prepare for your new landscaping installation that can help to ensure your project occurs on time, on budget and is executed smoothly. Once you know the day your […]