Garden Design
Inheriting a previous owners garden
A client recently purchased a modest ranch on 1 acre. They wanted to remodel the home and formulate a plan on how to care for the existing heirloom gardens created by the former owner. This was...
Plant Selections
What Hydrangea Where?
You've most certainly seen a hydrangea or two in about every garden you encounter. But do you know which one to use in your garden? There are a lot of hydrangeas out there. A lot!
Garden Design
Updated Family Environment For All Seasons
When it comes to priorities in the lives of homeowners, few can argue that the family will be at the top of the list for most of us. Family can be a very large motivating factor...
Garden Maintenance
How to Fix Backyard Drainage Problems The Right Way
This saying is true, but it also reveals any drainage issues that may be present in the landscape. Tackle them now so that you can enjoy the rest of the season in your garden.
Plant Selections
Early Spring Planting Ideas
Well it’s just around the corner and if you have a green thumb you are probably itching to get out there! Here in the Midwest the weather can change every 15 minutes! So, if you think...
Container Gardens
Spruce up your pots and landscape with winter greens!
Just because the leaves have fallen and the gardens have been put to bed, doesn't mean you can't still enjoy the outdoors. It's time to get festive. Winter greens are a great way to add life...
Garden Pests
Protect Your Landscape from Insect Pests
Insect pests cause significant damage to gardens and landscapes. In our service area on Chicago’s North Shore and Southeastern Wisconsin, we see the evidence of this every day. Although not all insects are harmful, the damage...