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How to Boost Wellness with Negative Ions in Your Landscape Design
Ever gone on a hike in the forest, or stood at the beach listening to the waves and just felt peaceful? We all seek spaces that are healing and joyful. One of the most overlooked yet powerful elements is the role of negative ions in nature. You may not be able to see...
How to Place Boulders in Your Landscape: Professional Tips for a Natural, Stunning Design
Rocks are considered the “bones” of the earth and when thoughtfully placed, landscape boulders can elevate your outdoor space from ordinary to unforgettable. We love integrating stone features because it not only adds visual interest and structure but also enhances...
Creating a Zen Garden: Design a Peaceful Backyard Escape
Imagine stepping into your backyard and instantly feeling grounded. No phone buzzing. No clutter. Just stillness and nature. That’s the beauty of a Zen garden or Japanese rock garden—a simple yet profound space designed to calm your mind and soothe your senses. Zen...
Transform Your Garden with Enchanting Walkways and Paths
Creating a picturesque garden is every gardener's dream, but the importance of garden walkways and paths is often overlooked. These elements not only enhance the aesthetic appeal of your green space but also serve practical functions. In this blog post, we’ll explore...
Comprehensive Pond Maintenance Guide
Maintaining a pond requires consistent care and attention to ensure it remains a healthy and beautiful feature in your outdoor space. This guide provides essential tasks and tips for effective pond maintenance, helping you create a thriving aquatic environment....
How Custom Water Features Enhance Your Landscape Design
Imagine walking into your backyard and being greeted by the soothing sound of bubbling water. Custom water features are more than just decorative additions to your landscape design—they're an invitation to unwind. For homeowners looking to elevate their outdoor...
Low Maintenance Plants for the Pacific Northwest
For those of us who live in the Pacific Northwest, we love the change of seasons, the beauty, and the opportunity to grow a variety of plants. But our region can be a challenge. Our region's distinct climate, characterized by mild, wet winters and springs and...
Inspiration: Fall Landscaping Ideas
Autumn is such a magical season with the bursts of leaf color, cozy blankets, and the transition to hot cocoa. As a homeowner, it's the perfect time to transform your yard into a fall wonderland. This blog post will guide you through various fall landscaping ideas,...
Exploring Patio Materials: A Guide for Homeowners
When it comes to enhancing your outdoor space, a patio is a blank canvas that, when furnished with the right materials, can become a focal point of your home's aesthetic appeal. Patio designs are as varied as the homes they grace, and deciding on which materials to...
ENJOY THE STUNNING BEAUTY OF YOUR OWN BACKYARD KOI POND
Koi ponds are a big pool or pond designed specifically to keep koi fish. Koi ponds are a beautiful addition to outdoor living spaces. This guide will tell you what you need to know about how koi ponds and how to maintain them.
Restoring a Historic Landscape
Creating Unity in a Period Landscaping Years of homeowners, with all their tastes and designs, can often overwhelm a classic home, diminishing its stateliness. We emphasize the history of the home and restore the character of your landscape. The Challenge Challenge 1:...
Serenity in Small Spaces
Camas, Washington has a lot of hills! Most homeowners are not sure exactly what to do with a hilly yard, especially if it is small, but there are a lot of options to overcoming these challenges. Jennifer came to Greenhaven looking for some solutions for her...
Complete Guide to Fish Pond Cleaning and Maintenance
Having a koi pond or water feature is an amazing way to unwind and relax. Koi ponds and other natural outdoor spaces create a space for you to mentally cleanse from the day. But it is hard to sit by one if it is overrun with algae and smells. And if you have koi fish...
5 Secrets to Creating Privacy in Your Yard
If you love spending time outdoors in your yard but don't love feeling like you're on display for the neighborhood, then this post is for you. We'll share five secrets to creating privacy in your yard so you can enjoy some peace and quiet. Whether you have a small...
Investing in Commercial Landscaping for Added Value
New year, new builds on the horizon 2023 is upon us, and many commercial real estate developers are ready to use that new year's motivation to plan their next build. One critical part of a commercial property that many developers probably won’t think about until it’s...
Bubblers for Small Yard Appeal
Water features stay hot in 2023 Water features have been growing in popularity over the past few years, and they certainly aren’t slowing down in 2023! Those who are looking to revamp their exterior spaces this year are probably prioritizing function and a calming or...
How to Pick the Best Stone For Your Patio Space
Concrete and pavers and slate, Oh My! One of the most challenging parts of landscape design is the pure volume of options there are for almost every element of your design. Do you want real grass or artificial turf? Do you prefer brick or slate for your outdoor...
Why Design is the Most Important Part of Landscape Planning
What is landscape design? Landscape design is the strategic arrangement of elements to create an outdoor space that fits your needs. In more technical terms, landscape design is finding a balance between hardscapes and softscapes, which are exactly as they sound: the...