Spring is an exciting season in the garden. After a long winter we are all ready to see the swelling of flower buds and new leaves...

When designing I like to incorporate edibles for my clients if there is not already a dedicated space for this in their garden. Smaller...

Focal point plants stand out in the garden due to several different factors. They may have an interesting, architectural shape like the...

When I meet with clients to plan their new garden I ask a lot of questions about how they use the space as well as their overall vision...

We are experiencing severe rainfall shortage in the Northeast right now and we, like the rest of the country have been facing more...

There is nothing quite like a conifer in the garden. They are a plant that demands attention and with such variety of colors, textures,...

Designing a smaller garden doesn't have to be daunting. Although it may seem extremely challenging, by defining spaces and including some...

Plants have a way of drawing the eye, so they are ideal for softening hardscape areas as well as the sharp lines of a building or a...

Landscape design should be unique and reflective of each individual property. The shape of the garden beds, the selection of plants and...

When most of us envision a beautiful garden we often think of a warm summer day, where there are abundant drifts of flowers in a rainbow...

Every garden needs those low growing beauties that add vibrance to the front of the planting bed. Groundcover plants, regardless of them...

(Above: Otto Laurel Luyken and Bowling Ball Arborvitae) There are evergreens that designers and home owners often gravitate towards when...

Although everyone enjoys the beauty of a lush garden not everyone has the time or the inclination for the upkeep of an expansive space....

Gardens and landscapes rely on layers to add interest and provide a more natural aesthetic. Trees, evergreens and larger shrubs are...

Designing your garden can be much easier when you have borrowed scenery to your advantage. Borrowed scenery is defined as "incorporating...

Evergreens are the backbone of great garden design and with the multitude of colors, textures and sizes there are some for every garden. ...

In garden design, the softer shaping of the planting areas can be an underappreciated detail. Straighter lines and simpler shapes are...

Structures are a principle element of garden design and they serve a multitude of purposes in the landscape. A structure can provide a...

Flower gardens often get the lions share of attention, but we shouldn't overlook the the plants that add a lush and elegant beauty to our...