There’s an art and a science to planning a beautiful landscape, and some of it revolves around your personal preferences - what you’d like to…
GROUNDS KEEPERJanuary 15, 2019
Did you know that a great landscape doesn’t start with the plants or trees or even the location of the koi pond or patio? Behind…
GROUNDS KEEPERJanuary 7, 2019
Pop quiz: why do you want a new landscape? For better curb appeal? More space for the kids to play? A spot to grow your…
GROUNDS KEEPERJanuary 3, 2019
Does the thought of bamboo send you into paroxysms of horror? Are you convinced it’s going to take over your yard and maybe the neighbor’s…
GROUNDS KEEPERJanuary 4, 2018
Fall is arguably the best time of year for landscaping. Not only is it a great time to plant bulbs and prepare the ground for…
GROUNDS KEEPEROctober 18, 2017
Getting your pond ready for a healthy spring season starts by preparing it in the fall for the cold months ahead. Even though you hate…
GROUNDS KEEPEROctober 4, 2017
As summer comes to a close, it’s time to say goodbye to the Catmint and Dahlias, time to shut down pools and ponds, and time…
GROUNDS KEEPERSeptember 12, 2017
You’ve seen the options on the store shelves. There are flakes and pellets, and brand after brand to tempt you. You wonder whether it really…
GROUNDS KEEPERSeptember 6, 2017
When you dream of a back yard pond, do you envision large, colorful koi darting beneath the surface, their bright reds and golds glittering in…
GROUNDS KEEPERAugust 23, 2017
“It’s too much work!” “I don’t have time for a pond.” Those are just a few of the reasons people give for not wanting a…
GROUNDS KEEPERAugust 16, 2017
If you’ve always dreamed of an idyllic back yard with a koi pond, or a bountiful wildflower garden with a little nook where you can…
GROUNDS KEEPERAugust 9, 2017
Long, balmy summer days are great for enjoying your pond, but the heat can take its toll on your pond and fish. August is prime…
GROUNDS KEEPERAugust 2, 2017
Take a walk out your front door and look around the yard. Does anything catch your eye? Anything that stands out and draws attention? If…
GROUNDS KEEPERJuly 26, 2017
You wake up and the first thing you do is reach for a cup of coffee, grab a peach and step out onto the porch.…
GROUNDS KEEPERJuly 19, 2017
When someone asks you to describe a color, do you find yourself looking to the natural landscape for inspiration? If you use phrases like sage…
GROUNDS KEEPERJuly 12, 2017
Don’t try pronouncing it on your own! There’s a new design trend in town, and it comes all the way across the ocean from Denmark.…
GROUNDS KEEPERJuly 5, 2017
For many people, “landscape” is synonymous with “lawn.” But there’s no rule book that says your yard needs to be mostly grass. Or partly grass.…
GROUNDS KEEPERMay 4, 2017
Next time you’re in the mood to dine out, why not skip the reservation and dine out – literally – right in your own backyard?…
GROUNDS KEEPERApril 25, 2017
Few things are as soothing as the sight and sounds of water. From the crashing ocean waves to the smoothest reflecting pool, humans are naturally…
GROUNDS KEEPERApril 18, 2017
It’s common for people to “bring the outside in” when it comes to their homes. From plants, to fresh flowers, reclaimed wood furniture, and natural…
GROUNDS KEEPERApril 11, 2017
Wedding season is almost upon us! As winter thaws to spring, brides await the big day and everyone from parents to wedding planners finalize the…
GROUNDS KEEPERApril 4, 2017
