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March 03, 2014
There’s no doubt that outdoor kitchens are increasingly in demand. Study after study shows that realtors and homebuilders see outdoor kitchens as one of the most requested features in a new home. No wonder—the recession left many homeowners looking for ways to expand their living spaces without upgrading to a new house (and a new mortgage).
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February 17, 2014
When it comes to Portland landscaping maintenance, tree pruning plays a large role in the health and longevity of a landscaping design. In this post we share tree pruning before and after photos of some common Portland-area trees.
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February 12, 2014
Pruning is a science and an art. Proper pruning requires an understanding of plant biology, an appreciation for aesthetic beauty, and a sense of how pruning will allow more growth. In today’s blog, we’re taking a look at the when, why, and how of
pruning trees in the Portland area.
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January 02, 2014
Standing ground water, leaky basements, a perpetually soggy lawn—these are all signs that your property has drainage problems that demand attention. As Portland, Oregon landscapers with more than 30 years of experience
designing water management systems for our area, we’d like to warn you that drainage problems are one part of home management that should never be ignored. Water can cause real damage to your home and property. Don’t wait for an emergency to take care of your drainage situation. This post discusses different soil drainage solutions that are widely used in Portland. We provide examples of different drainage solutions, and offer some tips for best practices as well.
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November 26, 2013
If you live in the Portland, Oregon area, you should know that the soggy winter months are a great time to build a retaining wall. As summer projects fade, landscape contractors find themselves with more time on their hands—time to work on your retaining wall design, for instance. This blog covers all the basics about retaining walls, including design considerations, challenges, uses, and special considerations for
retaining walls in Portland.
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October 29, 2013
Here in the temperate Pacific Northwest, many homeowners dream of having an outdoor living space that they can enjoy all year round. Winter temperatures in this part of the country tend to stay above freezing, so it’s possible to enjoy a backyard oasis 365 days per year. Patios are a popular way to create an outdoor living space.
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September 24, 2013
When adding a pergola to your Portland landscape, there are a couple of important questions to ask yourself: 1) What is my budget and 2) How do I want to use this pergola? Landscape East & West is adept at designing and constructing pergolas to perfectly fit your budget and needs. Whether you want to create a cozy gathering place, a private retreat, a shady sanctuary, or a landscaping focal point, we can create the pergola of your dreams. As a full-service Portland landscaping company, we can manage every step of the building process, from sourcing materials to adding electrical bells and whistles, such as built-in electrical outlets.
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September 03, 2013
When it comes to fall landscaping, Portland residents have to pay particular attention to their irrigation systems and watering habits. Even though the Portland area doesn’t get much snow, fall is the perfect time to winterize your landscape, including your irrigation system, so you don’t end up with burst pipes and costly leaks.
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August 23, 2013
For many Americans, a lush lawn is a must-have for their dream homes. And considering the history of the common lawn, it’s easy to see why. The first lawns were status symbols—signs of power that cropped up at Louis the Sixteenth’s gardens at Versailles. The European trend of creating lawn “pleasure grounds” soon crossed the Atlantic; landed aristocrats including George Washington and Thomas Jefferson had English-style lawns at their American abodes. However, when it comes to Portland, Oregon landscaping, a lawn may just be a small, well-tended area surrounded by native plants and creative landscaping.
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July 01, 2013
When it comes to beautiful landscaping, Portland, Oregon gardeners know a thing or two about how to keep their yards and gardens vibrant with color and blossoming with native plants. This infographic explores another area in which resident Portland landscaping experts have excelled – edible landscaping. Curious about what’s growing in our gardens, when to plant edibles, or just want some growing tips? Check out this infographic from Landscape East & West – it illuminates trends in landscaping, Portland, Oregon-style!
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Pruning is a science and an art. Proper pruning requires an understanding of plant biology, an appreciation for aesthetic beauty, and a sense of how pruning will allow more growth. In today’s blog, we’re taking a look at the when, why, and how of pruning trees in the Portland area.
(more…)
Standing ground water, leaky basements, a perpetually soggy lawn—these are all signs that your property has drainage problems that demand attention. As Portland, Oregon landscapers with more than 30 years of experience designing water management systems for our area, we’d like to warn you that drainage problems are one part of home management that should never be ignored. Water can cause real damage to your home and property. Don’t wait for an emergency to take care of your drainage situation. This post discusses different soil drainage solutions that are widely used in Portland. We provide examples of different drainage solutions, and offer some tips for best practices as well. (more…)
Here in the temperate Pacific Northwest, many homeowners dream of having an outdoor living space that they can enjoy all year round. Winter temperatures in this part of the country tend to stay above freezing, so it’s possible to enjoy a backyard oasis 365 days per year. Patios are a popular way to create an outdoor living space.
(more…)
When adding a pergola to your Portland landscape, there are a couple of important questions to ask yourself: 1) What is my budget and 2) How do I want to use this pergola? Landscape East & West is adept at designing and constructing pergolas to perfectly fit your budget and needs. Whether you want to create a cozy gathering place, a private retreat, a shady sanctuary, or a landscaping focal point, we can create the pergola of your dreams. As a full-service Portland landscaping company, we can manage every step of the building process, from sourcing materials to adding electrical bells and whistles, such as built-in electrical outlets.
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