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Category: Landscape How-To’s

5 Simple Tips for Creating a Low-Maintenance Landscape Design

Low-maintenance landscape design is one of the most common requests a Portland or Lake Oswego landscaper receives. If you’re too busy with your fulfilling work, family and social lives to dedicate much time to landscaping maintenance, that doesn’t mean you can’t have a beautiful yard. Landscape maintenance can be easy if you follow these low-maintenance tips:

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Quality Landscape Design: Basic Principles Landscape Designers Live By

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Phlox divaricata L. (Blue Phlox) Polemoniaceae

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Landscape Design Strategy: How to Create a Focal Point

Directing the eye, giving the eye a place to restthese are phrases one might hear in an artist’s company, but did you know that a focal point is also important in landscape design? Every Portland or Beaverton landscaper will agree that a focal point is a must-have in any design; landscape without a focal point, and your yard will be far less appealing overall.

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How to Add Color to your Winter Landscape Design

WoodworkingNow is the winter of our discontent – there’s a reason why The Bard chose the coldest season of the year for this famous line. Winter’s cold, dreary weather seems to turn the world’s palette to monochrome. Everything appears brown, gray, black and white as the cold season drags on. Yet your garden doesn’t have to be as drab as all of that. By implementing the ideas we’ve listed below, you’ll be able to design landscape areas that will be colorful and attractive all winter long.

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How to Build a Long-Lasting Fence or Deck

Adding a deck or fence can boost your home’s curb appeal and overall value. Landscape management experts commonly praise fences and decks for the fact that they create comfortable outdoor living spaces. Professional landscaping gurus, however, also have plenty of first-hand knowledge on how terrible a run-down deck or fence can look. Fortunately, there are plenty of low-maintenance, long lasting decking and fencing materials that will compliment your landscaping.

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