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If I had a dollar for every client who told me that they want a “low maintenance yard” or “no maintenance yard,” I wouldn’t be writing this blog. Let me first clarify something: there is no such thing as “no maintenance landscaping.” Sorry to say, it just doesn’t exist! Sure, you can choose not to … Read more
Read More…Many houses in Calgary have mundane front yard landscaping – mainly because it’s not usually a top priority for home-owners. However, some residents understand the importance of “the first impression.” As a full-service landscape design and construction company, we often find that front yards are usually more challenging to design for than backyards. Solely because … Read more
Read More…Your Calgary yard is your personal sanctuary, but how do you even begin to think of backyard landscaping ideas that will optimize your space? Here’s a quote you have probably already seen elsewhere on our website, but I’ll write it again: “What is it about the landscape that awakens the deepest response in us? Surely … Read more
Read More…Water is as natural as it gets. There is something about the sound and look of a beautiful water feature that captivates many Calgary home-owners. Installing an outdoor water feature for your Calgary residential landscaping can be as simple as a ‘rock bubbling water fountain,’ or as intricate as a grand waterfall spilling into a rushing stream. … Read more
Read More…When proposing backyard landscaping ideas for your Calgary landscape design, you have to first establish what your ideal destination point is. What will that perfect space help you accomplish? Will you be cooking there, lounging, or using it as a dining area? What about all three? I spoke about the importance of establishing your destination … Read more
Read More…So you just finished your final walk-through with your Calgary landscape contractors and (hopefully) are happy with everything they accomplished. You handed them their final cheque, shook hands, they hopped in their truck and are on their way to the next job. On the other end, you turn around and see your yard, remembered what it … Read more
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