- Jan 10 2018
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- Landscaping, Winter
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How Birds Survive Winter
A sparkling crust had developed atop the snow with the tensile strength of mashed potatoes. The warming temps and copious amounts of sun had begun the thaw-freeze-thaw-melt cycle, which would be repeated time and time again throughout the season. Not because…
- Mar 29 2017
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- Gardening, Landscaping
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Matrix Gardening: The How & Why
The Forsythia’s arching branches of rich, buttery blooms adorned the early Spring landscape, which, for the most part, still seemed to be outfitted in Winter’s olive drab garb. Here and there, Crocus sprinkled the lawn with delicate clusters of gold and lavender, while the Daffodils and Tulips seemed resolute…
- Nov 18 2015
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- Fall, Landscaping
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Finding Beauty in Late Fall
I had nearly forgotten this stage – the lull between a full canopy of vibrant foliage and the cleansing innocence and allure of a snow-covered world. The landscape seems a bit thin and bare, and the sunlight is mostly unfiltered and brash, but I see…
- Sep 17 2014
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- Landscaping, Uncategorized
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Autumn’s Supporting Roles
The weekend presented a shining example of Fall’s excellence – beautiful weather and crisp, clear skies. Although the majority of foliage has yet to turn, there were examples of Fall’s distinct beauty in the many perennials, shrubs, and ornamental grasses. In addition…