- Nov 9 2016
- Landscaping
- 0
Perennials Provide Winter Interest and More
November 9, 2016 Landscaping 0
The canopy grows thin as leaves hasten to their final resting place while light rushes through the skeletal silhouettes of trees. Autumn seems to have become less festive and more practical as nature prepares for Winter. As we begin to…
- Nov 18 2015
- Fall, Landscaping
- 0
Finding Beauty in Late Fall
November 18, 2015 Fall, Landscaping 0
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 10 2015
- Fall, Landscaping
- 1
My Friend Bruce
September 10, 2015 Fall, Landscaping 1
I have a favorite tree. His name is Bruce. He’s an Oak. There’s nothing particularly special or different about Bruce, except he’s mine. He’s mine in the sense that he resides in my yard. He’s rather mature. Mature in reference…
- Sep 24 2014
- Landscaping, Uncategorized
- 1
Acorn Wars
September 24, 2014 Landscaping, Uncategorized 1
Without so much as a warning or civic alert, the bombs began to fall. Sparsely, at first, quickly ramping up to a barrage. They fell with great velocity, unbiased yet fierce. The driveway, lawn, roof, streets and cars – none of…
- Sep 17 2014
- Landscaping, Uncategorized
- 0
Autumn’s Supporting Roles
September 17, 2014 Landscaping, Uncategorized 0
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…