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The old saying goes, “you have to spend money to make money”. While that is very often true it also applies that “you have to spend money to save mone...

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Having your property inspected in early spring by a professional is critical before any major projects are planned and even maintenance started.

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Here it is February and many people, especially gardeners, are tired of being stuck indoors. The landscape looks messy towards the end of winter. There are viable things to be done outdoors in late February or early March as the conditions permit. This is also a time the landscape maintenance professional starts their new year off as well.

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Watering Facts Best time to water is early am (4-7 am) 3 to 4 times a week for 25 to 30 minutes.  For shrubs water 10 -15 minutes 3 to 4 t...

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The term “free estimate” is so over used in any form of contracting that it has become a platitude. Everyone expects it and just about everyone gives them. That being said when and where is the line drawn between the “free estimate” and consulting/design. As a landscape professional I face this almost daily. I prefer not to think I spent the last twenty years gaining field experience, a college degree, continuing professional education, industry certifications, seminars, as well as countless books read to give it all away on estimates.

 

In many cases potential clients call upon us directly for design and planning services. This we clearly charge design and consulting fees for. Then work with the client through a carefully developed design process in order to produce the product that is the landscape design. The value is in the process and knowledge provided. 

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It may sound crazy to start thinking about landscape projects in the dead of winter but this is when you need to start (if not sooner). Most landscape design/build firms try to start projects in early March (weather permitting). That is only a few months away. These design/build firms are booking work as you read this article. In addition 2010 was a busy year for most design/build firms and many will have a backlog into this spring.

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WHAT IS THATCH? Thatch is the build up of undecomposed organic matter. This organic layer is made up of a mixture of stems, leaves and roots. It accu...

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Benefits of Mulch   Prevents water loss from evaporation to planting beds Reduces weed growth Maintains an even soil temperatur...

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Condition, appearance, and maintenance is how real estate appraisers judge and value your landscaping.  Also, to determine your homes value they ...

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