Paradise Ponds and Waterfalls
Design ideas for a tropical landscaping in Atlanta.

Burh Becc at Beacon Springs is the Midwest’s first, and the world’s second fully certified Living Building Challenge residence - the world’s most rigorous proven performance standard for sustainability. This home is a 3,400 finished sq ft walk-out ranch which has been designed to emulate nature: Net Zero energy getting all of its energy from the sun; Net Zero water getting all of its water from the sky; Net Zero waste creating only ecological nutrient from its existence; and constructed entirely of materials that are non-toxic, healthy and ecologically sound.

Burh Becc at Beacon Springs is the Midwest’s first, and the world’s second fully certified Living Building Challenge residence - the world’s most rigorous proven performance standard for sustainability. This home is a 3,400 finished sq ft walk-out ranch which has been designed to emulate nature: Net Zero energy getting all of its energy from the sun; Net Zero water getting all of its water from the sky; Net Zero waste creating only ecological nutrient from its existence; and constructed entirely of materials that are non-toxic, healthy and ecologically sound.

Soil squeeze test for rich organic soil amended with compost. Falon Mihalic

Adding woodchips underneath your trees has many benefits. Some of these benefits include: -soil moisture retention -nutrient leaching when decomposing over time -smother weeds and invasive plants But before you add any woodchips to your gardens and trees, it’s important to make sure you aerate the root zone. Doing so improves the oxygen supply and leaching to the roots. You will see more growth when there is more oxygen. Our team at Five Star Tree Services has come up with a guide on how you can use woodchips in your gardens. Where To Place Woodchips Even though there are many benefits for your trees, there is a right and wrong way to use them. If used incorrectly, you can actually end up hurting your tree instead of helping it. This can happen when there is an excessive amount piled up around a tree, its roots, and the trunk. Woodchips should never touch the trunk of a tree for extended periods of time. What happens is that moisture is retained in the chips and will eventually cause the tree to rot. The end result is death if not caught in time. An indication of rot and decay is fruiting bodies or mushrooms. It is important to keep an eye out for these indicators by taking a good look at your trees. To avoid this situation, make sure to evenly and carefully spread out the chips around the root zone. Clear any chips away from the trunk by an inch or two. When applied correctly; you will see your trees thrive and prosper. They will stay healthy and vivacious from the moisture retention and gradual organic leaching. Soil Compaction Soil compaction can dramatically affect your trees. This is often an overlooked issue for many landscapers. Due to things like foot traffic, large amounts of rain, construction, and the use of heavy machinery, are all factors that result in soil compaction. Things like water and nutrients can’t saturate through the soil when it becomes too compact. This results in soil that is without minerals and dry. When this happens, tree roots struggle to push through the soil, resulting in stressed trees. Preventing Soil Compaction If a tree is left in compacted soil, it will eventually die. One way to avoid this if you are having any construction done in your yard is to set up a Tree Protection Zone, or TPZ. Fences are used to create a barrier where heavy equipment and machinery can’t go in. When heavy machinery is used, this creates extremely compact soil and has been known to crush roots. How Five Star Tree Services Can Help Using woodchips is a great way to help your gardens thrive. But it is vitally important to use it properly, otherwise you will end up hurting your trees, instead of helping them. If you require any Richmond Hill Tree Care Services, don’t hesitate to give us at Five Star Tree Services a call at (416) 990-3355!

Courtesy Missouri Botanical Garden PlantFinder clover / Trifolium repens

This Digiplexis sports bright, pinkish to reddish-orange, tubular flowers with yellow throats, packed densely on three foot stems. Multiple side branches and sterile blossoms mean a very long bloom time. FEATURES Bloom/Feature Wonderfully long bloom time Plant Type Perennials Evergreen or Deciduous Evergreen USDA Zones 8,9,10,11 Zone Detail Hardy to 10°F USDA zones 8-11 Key Features Bright, reddish-orange, blooms with yellow throats Use Ideal for beds, borders and patio pots; great cut flower Exposure Full sun to part shade Bloom Season Spring to fall Dimension 3' H x spreading (18" W) Growth Rate Fast CARE Water Keep dry until established; avoid overhead irrigation (damages blooms) Soil Type Well-drained, moist garden soil Fertilizer Constantly use a liquid fertilizer with micro nutrients until established Pruning Prune dead and dying growth after bloom season PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS water before planting plant in full sun to part shade dig hole 2X the width of pot, backfill and plant 1”-2” above soil level water and add more soil if needed mulch plants; fertilize in early spring

Ian Moore
Design ideas for a large contemporary drought-tolerant backyard gravel retaining wall landscape in San Francisco.

This stained glass window was created as part of our signature Aspen Stained Glass line. These windows look beautiful in cottage style or contemporary homes and are a great way for outdoor enthusiasts to celebrate their love of nature. The textured appearance of the glass provides the homeowners with a high level of privacy and comfort.

Photo of a contemporary landscaping in Seattle.

Design by Kellie Beaubelle

Exterior, brick, lime, limewash, painted brick, architectural finish

Apple crate planters placed around Jorgensen Farms, a premier organic farm and wedding venue in Plain Township, OH. The planters are filled with a variety of annuals and perennials highlighted by Ipomea ‘Illusion Emerald Lace’, Plectranthus 'Silver Shield', Plectranthus 'Mona Lavender' Digiplexis 'Illumination Apricot', Supertunia 'White Russian' Nick McCullough

Teddy Bear Magnolia bloom photographed by Treeland Nursery. Starting in May and lasting through October the Teddy Bear Magnolia produces large fragrant creamy white saucer shaped flowers. Visit our website to learn more. https://www.tree-land.com/tree-finder/tree/teddy-bear-magnolia/?

Earth Day may have been Monday, but we believe it should be every day. As part of the Green Industry, sometimes it's the little things that we can do every day that make the biggest difference. Like applying triple-shredded organic hardwood mulch, free of dyes and full of composted material, that we receive from our great friends at Britton Industries. Mulch is a vital part of any landscape just like triple-blended organic cheese, free of GMOs and full of flavor, is a vital ingredient of any taco. ?. Mulch assists in soil moisture retention and weed control, prevents runoff, provides nutrients for plants as it decomposes, and is the perfect finishing touch to make bedding areas beautiful. Let's all strive to make every day Earth Day and do the best we can for our flora, our fauna, and this big old rock floating in space that we call home. Contact us today for fresh ideas and inspiration! Proudly nearing 40 years of serving Central New Jersey! 908.904.9446 #caliperfarms #calipercare #earthday2024 #everyday #hardwoodmulch #landscaping #hardscaping #gardening #montgomerynj #bellemeadnj #princetonnj #hopewellnj #penningtonnj #skillmannj #lawrencevillenj

Rosa californica / California wild rose Photo: Paula Kate Marmor, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under Creative Commons Attribution-GNU Free Documentation License

Having evergreens on your property is an extraordinary way to include color that will stay fresh all year long. Knowing how to take care of your evergreens is also important if you want them to thrive long-term. How you plant your evergreens and where you plant them is important, but their maintenance equally critical. You should always fortify your evergreens by watering them liberally and mulching their soil beds. This will help reduce any damage caused by winds, cold weather, and intense sun exposure. Pruning on a consistent schedule will also ensure that your evergreen always looks neat, healthy, and green. How to Properly Care for Evergreens Evergreens are very low-maintenance trees but they still require care. Neglected plants will dry out and wither which has the contrary effect of what you intended for when you planted them. Mulching & Watering The level of moisture in the soil will determine how well an evergreen can handle winter conditions and dry conditions. Adding wood chips or shredded bark mulch around the bottom of your plant will help lock in soil moisture. Make sure this is close to the tree’s drip line. Adding organic materials to your mulch, such as compost, will further boost the nutrient levels in the soil. This, in turn, will help your evergreen grow strong, healthy and green. Make sure you water your plant regularly to maintain soil moisture levels. Read More: https://www.fivestartreecare.ca/blog/best-way-to-care-for-evergreens/

Inspiration for a transitional home design remodel in Minneapolis