In St. Louis, outdoor living is toasted ravioli passed around a patio table, the crack of a bat echoing from a Cardinals game on the radio, and neighbors drifting over because the fire pit is lit. In our hometown, entertaining is second nature, which is why we design outdoor spaces with gathering in mind. Some […]
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With the rise in the DIY trend, sometimes it’s okay to realize that the scope of a project is outside of your wheelhouse. That’s where a professional landscaping and hardscaping company comes in. As professionals, we talk to a lot of clients who are choosing a landscaper for the first time. While we understand that
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A lot of kids (and some adults) dream of having a court in their backyard. Whether the sport is basketball, tennis, pickleball, a batting cage, or something else, there are endless possibilities to be had with your own backyard court. You’ll be the coolest house on the block where all the kids (and your friends)
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You may already know that well-maintained lawns and landscapes can add up to 15 percent to a property’s value. But did you know that a dense, healthy turf is also an environmental hero? According to a recent Gallup survey, only 23 percent of Americans recognize turf’s environmental benefits. You can do your part protecting and improving the environment by
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This may be your first every landscape consultation or, at this point, you may have been through several companies in search of the right one. In any case, even the most seasoned person can always learn more about the landscape consultation process and topics that you should cover during it. Like with anything, honesty is always the best policy
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Do you feel overwhelmed when trying to decide on a lawn care and fertilization company? Are you tired of endless Google searches and really no idea what questions to ask when you finally call a company? In this day and age, everyone is constantly being bombarded with marketing and advertisement, so much so that it’s
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Lawn care isn’t just for the spring, a good fall lawn renovation is essential in helping your lawn not only survive through the winter but to thrive as well. So don’t give up on your lawn just yet, read on for a few of the essential tasks you may want to complete (or have completed
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Outdoor living space installations are on a rise in the St. Louis, MO and Edwardsville, IL areas, people are wanting to spend more time at home with their friends and families and are wanting an extension of their home to do so. What better place to extend to than outdoors? Backyards with luxury features such
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This is a common question that we get asked as people think that lawn renovations can only be done in the spring! But as fall comes closer and closer, now is the perfect time to make sure that your lawn is more lush than ever by adding a few of our Fall Lawn Renovation Services. We
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This is a question we get frequently, what is your Open House like? Why do you have an Open House? As well as many many more questions and this blog will hopefully cover a lot of them. First of all, why do you have an Open House? We have a fantastic Design Center that is at the center of our
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Do you ever wish that your house was the envy of the neighborhood? That people drove by just to see your landscaping? Well, with the help of this blog and a well-planned design, this could happen! Planning out your landscaping can not only make your life easier with less maintenance and make your home look
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We are excited to start giving you some tips and tricks from Patrick our Maintenance Account Manager throughout the year. Pat will be giving you some ideas of what your lawn needs that time of year as well as any recommendations or tips that he gives our clients. Patrick is an industry veteran and really
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Landscape Lighting is a beautiful addition to any space. There is just something about pulling up to a well lit home or office. On top of that, it adds an extra element of security. A well lit home or office is the first step in deterring burglars and who doesn’t want that? But in addition
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Everyone loves to save a dollar but sometimes, the savings does not outweigh the risk. That’s why you should probably leave your paver patio installation to the experts. We get it, you’ve seen all of the Do-It-Yourself shows and they make it look so easy! Why should you pay someone to do what you definitely
DIY Paver Patio Installation: A Dream or a Nightmare? Read More »
So you’re thinking about an outdoor space, we are excited for you and happy to help with any questions you may have! An outdoor space is an investment and a decision you’ve probably thought about for a long time, we understand that. It is also a very smart investment, particularly if you love to be
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It’s almost that time of year again, snow season is right around the corner and we know that people have a lot of questions about snow removal. You may not be forming hearts out of your snowballs but you might be if you didn’t have to worry about shoveling snow. For our snow removal clients, safety
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It’s that time of year again! The time where leaves change colors and look absolutely beautiful! And then, they fall into your yard and into your gutters, they blow into your garage, and oftentimes get tracked into your house. That’s where we come in. Envisioning Green can help take the mess and work out of
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