Without fail, new clients are mystified by the cost of a new garden. We provide budget brackets so you can get a sense for what’s normal, but the reality is that there are so many variables involved in landscape design that it’s almost impossible to give one figure to your client.

When it comes to caring for trees, many homeowners may wonder about whether they need arborists, landscape designers or regular landscape maintenance crews to help them. In this blog post, we'll explore what arborists do, when you need to call one, and how they differ from other landscape experts.

We can all agree that native plants are important to us and our ecosystem. But how tightly should we define the word “native”? In this article, we will dive into the many definitions that apply to the term and help you decide where within that definition your heart lies.

Do you love weeding, or hate it? With the right tools, the right techniques and the right timing your weeding can go from a dreaded chore to a very satisfying way to nurture your garden. Read on to learn some great tips and tricks and clean up your garden in no time.

Landscape lighting is a transformative element that goes beyond the functional aspects of illuminating outdoor spaces; it serves as a key design element that enhances aesthetics, promotes safety, and extends the usability of outdoor areas well into the evening.

The cost that lawns place on us collectively is huge. In this article we discuss how lawns have gone from a necessity to a disaster in a few short generations, and what we can do about them.

In the realm of transforming outdoor spaces into breathtaking works of art, two professions often stand at the forefront: landscape designers and landscape architects. In this blog post, we'll delve into the differences between a landscape designer and a landscape architect.

Gophers, those industrious burrowers with an insatiable appetite for plant roots, can transform a garden into a battleground. How can protect your plants, without ruining the environment?

Oxalis - the name strikes fear in any gardener’s heart! But there’s more to this genus than meets the eye. Handy tips on how to kill it included, of course…

Rain is on the way! Does that mean you should switch off your irrigation today, or put away your hose? Not quite! Find out the answers to questions many people have about irrigation in winter.

It’s true that almost all plants - even those that are drought tolerant - need water to get them established. What’s the most sustainable way to achieve that?

Studies say sellers can add anywhere from 5% to 17% more value to their home with a well-designed and maintained landscape. But how?

Here in the San Francisco Bay Area we have what’s known as a mediterranean climate - a climate that enjoys dry, warmer summer temperatures and mild, wetter winter rainfall patterns.

Botanical gardens are places where plants are grown for display to the public and often for scientific study. Visiting public botanic gardens is a great way to get some exercise, sunshine, fresh air, and inspiration for your garden.

This article is all about our top 10 plants that are soft - really soft. Snuggly, smooshy-soft. You’ll want to touch these plants every time you pass by them!

Saving water that falls from the sky can be a very neat way to keep your summer-dry garden looking a little greener. But should you bother?

During the winter months, when so many garden plants are taking a rest or going dormant, it is wonderful to have plants in the dry garden that burst into bloom to give you a reminder of the warmth of summer. We’ve rounded up a few of the most reliable, tough, and easy to grow plants that flower in mid winter in this area.

Mulches shade the soil, keeping plant roots cool in the hot sun, and warmer at night when the air temperature drops. Mulch also helps soil retain water, so that the moisture levels are more even between waterings, and can reduce erosion from water runoff.

Almost everyone is cheered up by the sight or sound of water in a garden. Many homeowners have fantasies that involve relaxing next to a beautiful koi pond listening to the calming flow of water and gurgling fountains or waterfalls.

Birds and beneficial insects are important wildlife that are part of the natural ecology of a place, and it is easy to create habitat gardens by incorporating native plants that are attractive to them.