Being May here in Zone 6 New Jersey, it is time to think about planting annuals. Annuals are simply beautiful and add wonderful summer...

Don't want bird feeders? Try these other ways to attract birds to your yard.

I know, you hear it all the time, plant natives for the environment. But what does "native" mean and why should you be planting natives...

One of the simplest things you can do to help the environment is to not grow invasive plants.

According to the journal Science, 2.9 billion or nearly 30% of our birds in the United States and Canada have vanished since 1970. The...

My guess is that when most people think of pollinators, they first and likely think solely of bees. However, although bees are the most...

I know, for many of you winter is not the time you think too much about your landscaping. However, may I suggest that it is a great...

How hiring a landscape designer will not only save your money, but insure all your aesthetic and functional needs are met for your project.

As a landscape designer, I love boxwoods. I frequently use them in my designs to provide evergreen color and structure and their...

Have you always wanted to plant a tree in your yard, but find it confusing and intimidating? So many choices, where do you start? And,...

One of the best ways to attract birds to your garden is to plant shrubs with berries. In addition to the birds enjoying the berry food...

1. Eco-Friendly Design Minimizes Harmful Inputs First and foremost, eco-friendly design minimizes inputs such as water, fertilizers and...