- Oct 2 2019
- Fall, Landscaping
- 0
Put Your Leaves to Work
October 2, 2019 Fall, Landscaping 0
Sweet, sultry October invites each and every tree to the grand Autumn ball where Summer’s green robes are shed for the opulent, jewel tones of the season. This year, it is predicted, fall foliage will hit its peak around…
- Sep 25 2019
- Fall, Landscaping
- 2
True Colors: The Science Behind Fall Foliage
September 25, 2019 Fall, Landscaping 2
The mellow, ripened sun struck the match that would soon set the landscape ablaze in brilliant umber, vermilion, scarlet and smoky plum. The verdant greens of Summer would soon smolder in the deep, rich tones of Autumn’s palette, and the…
- Aug 21 2019
- Fall, Landscaping
- 0
The Acorn, the Oak & the Squirrel
August 21, 2019 Fall, Landscaping 0
Bittersweet is the glimpse of gold that peeks through the green foliage. Bittersweet is the feathery seed head that rises above the grass. Bittersweet is the rush of cool air that foretells a new season. Bittersweet is the maturation…
- Oct 10 2018
- Fall, Landscaping
- 0
Put Fall Leaves to Work
October 10, 2018 Fall, Landscaping 0
October caramelizes the landscape with deeply saturated tones and sweet, mellow flair. The static display of Summer foliage turns dynamic, each species unique in color, smoldering in the brisk, cool air. October is, by far, my favorite month, and she…
- Sep 26 2018
- Fall, Landscaping
- 0
True Colors: The Science Behind Fall Foliage
September 26, 2018 Fall, Landscaping 0
The mellow, ripened sun set the landscape ablaze in its shimmering, saffron glow. Leaves, here and there, had been kissed in tones of umber, vermilion, scarlet and plum. The verdant greens of Spring and Summer give way to the deep, varied,…
- Sep 19 2018
- Fall, Landscaping
- 0
The Acorn, The Oak and the Squirrel
September 19, 2018 Fall, Landscaping 0
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 12 2018
- Fall, Landscaping
- 0
Fall Clean Up Tips
September 12, 2018 Fall, Landscaping 0
Change is in the air. Cool, crisp change. The first day of Fall is Sunday, September 23rd, and I for one welcome it with open arms. Now, is a busy time in our yards and gardens as we take advantage of…
- Nov 1 2017
- Fall, Landscaping
- 0
Put Your Leaves to Work
November 1, 2017 Fall, Landscaping 0
Tawny grasses roiled and heaved like flaxen waves on the sea. Killing frosts followed, gnarling and twisting tender stems and wilting Summer foliage. Trees continued to drop their brilliant leaves as October too was swept away in November’s wicked winds. As you…
- Oct 11 2017
- Fall, Landscaping
- 0
True Colors: The Science Behind Fall Foliage
October 11, 2017 Fall, Landscaping 0
The mellow, ripened sun set the landscape ablaze in its shimmering, saffron glow. Leaves, here and there, had been kissed in tones of umber, vermilion, scarlet and smoky plum. The verdant greens of Spring and Summer give way to the deep,…
- Oct 4 2017
- Fall, Landscaping
- 0
The Acorn, The Oak & The Squirrel
October 4, 2017 Fall, Landscaping 0
Descending to the ground, like kamikazes, flocks of grackle came to feast on Autumn’s spoils. Chattering and cackling amongst themselves, their mission seemed wholly successful, even celebratory. Soon they retreated to the trees to plan their next attack. Acorns littered every…