After months of seeing your yard turn into a mud pit or swamp under winter’s relentless rains, you may be dreaming of a lush, green lawn to take you into the summer. Before you toss down the grass seed, put some thought into how much maintenance you’re willing to put into your lawn or how much it matters to you if all the green is natural or synthetic. There’s a lot to consider in choosing and caring for your lawn. Landscape East & West is here to help you make the right choice. (more…)
This may be the time of year when your landscape turns from lush lawn to scorched earth. After months of no rain and high temperatures, all living things are beginning to crave a little moisture. If your grass has gone brown, there’s not much you can do about it now, but wait for those first rainy days to bring it back to life. However, with some strategic planning, you can keep that landscape green throughout next year’s dry season. Contact Landscape East & West’s experts when you need some help to return to green. (more…)
We may have had a few false starts to spring this year, which is nothing out of the ordinary here in the Pacific Northwest, but winter has seemed to hold on a bit longer. Regardless, spring has officially arrived in full force and summer really is just around the corner. So we understand if you have a bit of spring fever and a sense of urgency to get your yard in top shape with blooming flowers and a vibrant lawn.(more…)
The dreaded brown patch. No lawn is immune. From lawns receiving minimal care to those that are perfectly tended by their owners, patches of dead or dying grass can appear seemingly overnight. Why? What causes these brown spots?(more…)
Lawns are as ubiquitous to the suburban landscape as driveways and sidewalks. Whether you are strolling through one of many historic Portland neighborhoods or a new suburban development, the single common element you are likely to see most often is a lawn. It is no wonderlawn maintenance is one of our most popular services. Because we service a lot of lawns, we thought we would share some practical knowledge about our top picks for grass varieties that thrive best in our Pacific Northwest climate.(more…)
One of the things we love about landscape design is that no two yards are the same. Just take a stroll through your own neighborhood and you will see an abundance of diversity and creativity. You will also notice that some yards, no matter how lush or minimalist, are more pleasing to the eye. Are they better maintained? Maybe, but more likely, they have various elements that are simply more interesting to look at.(more…)
Ever walk through your neighborhood and notice how some yards look good no matter the season? Whatever the style, from finely manicured landscapes to less formal gardens, some yards always seem to be well dressed – even in the dead of winter. Does a master gardener live in each of these homes? Probably not, but one thing they do all have in common: regular, year-round maintenance.(more…)
When it comes to landscape design, we have learned to expect the unexpected – especially here in Portland, where doing your own thing seems to be a cultural hallmark.In spite of the strong creative and independent Portland spirit (which we love), we have seen certain trends manifest in yards and landscapes across the city over the years and 2020 will be no different. Here are our top five trends we’re seeing as we head into the new year.(more…)
Portland landscapes are in full bloom this time of year, treating residents and visitors to an abundance of colorful and fragrant roses, fuchsia, and perennials. Landscapes need maintaining throughout summer’s high-growth season. If you’re planning out your midsummer gardening tasks, here’s a good list to get you started:(more…)
“Know the rules well, so you can break them effectively.” Did you know these wise words from the Dalai Lama apply to landscape design? Landscape design experts start with sound design principles as a foundation. They can then produce stunning designs knowing they may decide to break a few rules to accommodate their creative choices.(more…)
After months of seeing your yard turn into a mud pit or swamp under winter’s relentless rains, you may be dreaming of a lush, green lawn to take you into the summer. Before you toss down the grass seed, put some thought into how much maintenance you’re willing to put into your lawn or how much it matters to you if all the green is natural or synthetic. There’s a lot to consider in choosing and caring for your lawn. Landscape East & West is here to help you make the right choice.
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This may be the time of year when your landscape turns from lush lawn to scorched earth. After months of no rain and high temperatures, all living things are beginning to crave a little moisture. If your grass has gone brown, there’s not much you can do about it now, but wait for those first rainy days to bring it back to life. However, with some strategic planning, you can keep that landscape green throughout next year’s dry season. Contact Landscape East & West’s experts when you need some help to return to green.
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You will also notice that some yards, no matter how lush or minimalist, are more pleasing to the eye. Are they better maintained? Maybe, but more likely, they have various elements that are simply more interesting to look at.
(more…)
Ever walk through your neighborhood and notice how some yards look good no matter the season? Whatever the style, from finely manicured landscapes to less formal gardens, some yards always seem to be well dressed – even in the dead of winter. Does a master gardener live in each of these homes? Probably not, but one thing they do all have in common: regular, year-round maintenance.
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When it comes to landscape design, we have learned to expect the unexpected – especially here in Portland, where doing your own thing seems to be a cultural hallmark.
In spite of the strong creative and independent Portland spirit (which we love), we have seen certain trends manifest in yards and landscapes across the city over the years and 2020 will be no different. Here are our top five trends we’re seeing as we head into the new year.
(more…)
Portland landscapes are in full bloom this time of year, treating residents and visitors to an abundance of colorful and fragrant roses, fuchsia, and perennials. Landscapes need maintaining throughout summer’s high-growth season. If you’re planning out your midsummer gardening tasks, here’s a good list to get you started: (more…)
“Know the rules well, so you can break them effectively.” Did you know these wise words from the Dalai Lama apply to landscape design? Landscape design experts start with sound design principles as a foundation. They can then produce stunning designs knowing they may decide to break a few rules to accommodate their creative choices. (more…)
