Annual Color In The Landscape

What do you do with an area that you don’t want to mulch, & you don’t want lawn, but you’re not ready to plant permanently?…… Annual wildflower seed (with a cover crop). Surprisingly little seed is necessary & the price can be adjusted base on the mix of plant species. This practice is not only highly visually appealing, but also beneficial to native pollinators & birds, as well as a very effective method of weed suppression. Plantings like this encourages interaction in the yard & brings you closer to nature. Some homeowners collect seed from year to year while others prefer an altered mix which offers a different annual look; plus this allows the opportunity to send your  guests away with a pint sized canning jar full of flowers, & who’s day wouldn’t be made a littler brighter by that?

Contributing To Community Living

We have been diligently assisting with the landscape & sod installation for Building #1 of the latest addition to the Friendship Court Apartments (formerly known as Garrett Square), which has been quite the undertaking considering the heat & constant buzz of activity on site. Building #1 is located at the corner of 6th St & Monticello Ave. The courtyard in the photo will be a greenspace to be enjoyed for years to come.

Summer Splash

We have been certified to install Latham Fiberglass Form Pools & Spas for years now. The installation is easier & quicker than traditional inground pools. Here is a progress shot from a job in Nelson County. We can’t wait to share the finished product with you & get our clients in the water!

Upgrading To Pavers

Creating a more stable surface in an already utilized outdoor area at your home can exponentially increase its functionality. We just converted a sparsely vegetated utility area to a usable covered patio.

This patio has Cambridge Sherwood Ledgestone XL 3 Piece, in Toffee/Onyx/Lite, with a Smooth finish for the field; and is bordered in a 6×9 paver, laid sailor style, in the same color, but with Textured finish for contrast!

We can see strands of lights hanging & big comfy outdoor chairs set about already!

 

Light Up Your Landscape

With so many possibilities for outdoor lighting it can be a challenge to select the correct application for your home. The most economical option for short term, intermittent use is solar, but a more permanent option, hands down, is Low-Voltage Outdoor Lighting. This style of lighting is much easier to install than most would assume. Systems can be programmed on a timer, photo sensitivity, & even adjusted through WiFi. Different fixture options allow you to upplight & downlight anything that you want to feature in your landscape, while wall/step mounted (recessed) lighting & path lighting lend a special ambiance to an outdoor evening, while also keeping you & your guests safer at outdoor gatherings.

Laughter Is Key

It goes without saying that our guys work their hearts out. There are many hot, tiring, arduous days each year & their work reflects their level of professionalism & skill with out a doubt. The most important element, that is often not showcased, is the fact that these fellas carve out time for humor. It is hard to keep a straight face around the crews. Even on a tough day they can make you crack a smile. As you can see from the photo ‘self-care’ is key.

Landscaping at Tuckahoe Clubhouse

The landscaping at the Tuckahoe Clubhouse in Stoney Creek is complete. This native heavy design was brought to reality through locally sourced plants. The goal to have a functional, diverse, & sustainable layout was achieved through cooperation between the designer, Jeff Howe & the WPOA (Wintergreen Property Owners Association). So if you re in the neighborhood & have some time to explore be sure & pop by 37 Stone Orchard Drive, Nellysford, VA 22958 to have a look in person.

Sculpture In The Landscape

You do not have to be a Public Garden to enjoy & utilize yard art. Rock stacks, boulders, & sculptures can accentuate a vista, denote a place of importance in the landscape, or even just take up some space as a plant fills in with maturity. Best part is in that most pieces can be moved & utilized elsewhere.

Spring In Full Swing

The past few days have been positively stunning & we are fortunate enough to be out in it. Our client in Stoney Creek is super excited about this terraced patio & stairs. The installation timing for this project couldn’t be better. Not a bad view to sit & enjoy while you’re eating lunch.

Outdoor Fireplaces For The Spring Season

Outdoor fireplaces can set the stage for some incredible times & happy memories. Some planned communities have ordinances that prohibit open woodburning firepits. Gas burning fire pits/places are always an option, but so are fireplaces with a chimney & spark arrestor in most instances. We just completed this Olde English (Wall Block) Fireplace, manufactured by Cambridge just in time to welcome Spring. Our clients (who reside in Wintergreen Resort) will be enjoying it for years to come.