As if you didn't have enough to do to prepare for the Holidays, it's actually a fun time of year to dream about your garden. Check out the tips below. 1. Add new mulch where needed. (get FREE mulch! Most cities have recycling tree programs, these programs chip up the trees and provide … [Read more...]
Today is Poinsettia Day! It's the most popular flower of the season....read below to see how you can make it bloom again and again! … [Read more...]
Puzzled? Seriously, who entertains outside when there is snow on the ground? It just so happens, we do. Spring, Summer and early Fall are my go to months for entertaining ‘cause I’m a landscape architect and I have a huge backyard. Winter is usually off limits for hosting events since I live in … [Read more...]
It’s official: I am obsessed and giddy about the snow right now. Winter has arrived and is here to stay. These early snowfalls have made for some wonderful family adventures in New Mexico’s snow covered forests.Peace and tranquility come to mind when I look out at the landscape blanketed in white. … [Read more...]
Dinner doesn’t last all day, so what do you do with the rest of your Thanksgiving? Many folks spend the day outdoors. Here’s a look at a few things to do outside on Thanksgiving Day! Growing up in New Orleans, Thanksgiving Day was, of course, delicious. I mean, doesn't everyone have … [Read more...]
New Mexico in the fall is absolutely majestic. Today is one of those days. I wanted to share some pictures of fall color found around New Mexico. 4th of July Canyon, Near Albuquerque. Beautiful hues of red, and orange can be found here in the maple trees. Most maple trees in … [Read more...]
What do Landscape Architects give their clients for the Holidays? Why, plants of course. Now is the time to grab some paperwhites (Narcissus tazetta) and amaryllis (Amaryllis belladonna) bulbs from the local nursery. These lovely flowers bloom in 4-6 weeks just in time for the holidays. … [Read more...]
November typically brings with it the first snow here in Albuquerque, and this year it has already happened twice! This is exciting for us ski enthusiasts. We watch the weather and the mountains beginning with the first snowfall until the last bit melts away. With snow comes freezing … [Read more...]
Professionally, I am a Landscape Architect and I love every minute of it. Fortunately, my love for creating beautiful things doesn't stop there. Check out a recent party I put together for my youngest sons first birthday on a fun blog site called delineateyourdwelling. … [Read more...]
Are you wondering what to do in your garden now? The air is crisp, freezing nights are upon us and you may be wondering, can I just put this garden to bed yet? Well, not just yet. Now is the time to tidy up, dead head flowers, remove old growth and compost, clean up beds, and keep … [Read more...]
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