Sweat Sweetly
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When to pull out all the stops : A garden out of control
Some of the properties I work on are so big, beautiful and planted out so much that any single human employed or not is going to need some help! Every landscaper and every gardener will have different philosophies when it comes to the spaces they take care of. For me I will never suggest a…
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Gardens in commercial spaces
You might think that landscaping in commercial areas isn’t that important. If you have some plants already they might be overlooked. Think of the public spaces that we think of as luxurious like upscale hotels or restaurants they often incorporate florals and greenery into their establishments. No matter where you’re located adding some flowers, shrubs…
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When in doubt plant a Boxwood!
I love me a good Boxwood and I think you should too! They are so versatile, elegant and they stay green all year long. In fact if you have a certain area that needs something but you’re not sure what, might I suggest a Boxwood. Recently a client wanted the area next to her bunky…
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Very early spring projects
Here on the east coast of Canada we are enjoying some better than average spring weather. A few nice days can encourage anyone to get out there in the garden but is there anything that can be done this early while the ground is still frozen? Yes there’s plenty and I’m already hard at work…
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Works well with others
No matter how versatile you are sometimes the right choice is to bring in an expert. Working with other local construction professionals is something I love to do. I have developed great working relationships with many local companies. Even though I’m not set up to do hyrdroseeding, excavation work, large tree cutting, specialty concrete work,…
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Should you invest time in weeding or money into expensive barriers?
Every season all the gardeners out there swear that this year is going to be different. This is the year we’re going to stay on top of the weeds and not let them get out of control. In fact we might even lessen the number of weeds for next year by carefully digging each and…
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How to avoid over planting
While both can look great for a time there is a big difference between a full garden and an over planted garden. Many people want their gardens to look lush, full and overflowing few have the time and patience to deal with one that is over planted. What is an over planted garden? While like…
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Diagnosis: Severe neglect
Not everyone that has a garden wants to tend that garden but everyone wants it to look nice. A garden you didn’t plant in the fist place can quickly become a source of stress. Well beyond just know knowing which are weeds a garden you don’t know how to care for can start to really…
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Past its prime patio
Good intentions are no match for the passage of time. This tamped crusher dust patio was professionally installed over a decade ago and was once an ideal place to watch the tides turn. Over time the edging eroded and weeds infiltrated the stone area. On the right side wild roses took over the garden and…
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