What Insects Are Eating My Trees? UPDATE!

What Insects Are Eating My Trees? UPDATE!

We first published this article in 2018 and 4 years later we can report that the Spotted Lanternfly Fly has invaded New Jersey! The best way to kill them is to step on them! And look for their egg masses that can survive the winter. Their egg masses look like smeared,...
Drainage for your landscaping project

Drainage for your landscaping project

The days are getting longer and winter’s grasp has the landscape gripping with potential. With just enough time before spring to consider the urban backyard’s landscape design potential the first thing we as landscape design professionals think about is the last thing...
Our Largest Project to date

Our Largest Project to date

Greetings and Happy June! The official vernal equinox of Summer is almost here. As we enter our 75th year of business we are proud to share a look at our largest and most recent project to date. This urban, community, public space includes plantings, hardscape, a dog...
Keep Your Pavers Beautiful all Winter

Keep Your Pavers Beautiful all Winter

While we hate to be the bearers of bad news, this winter is looking pretty treacherous. At least six different weather outlets that we trust are calling for above-normal amounts of precipitation this winter. Whether that comes in the form of snow or ice, the weather...
Your Urban Backyard Garden Lighting Guide

Your Urban Backyard Garden Lighting Guide

Fall is in full swing now. But with your firepit up and running (click here for more info on that), you can still enjoy your back yard. Of course, it gets dark much earlier now, so what you need is lighting to create the exact ambience you want for your space. As the...
Warm Up Your Fall with a Backyard Fireplace

Warm Up Your Fall with a Backyard Fireplace

Summer is quickly coming to an end. The temperatures might be going down, but your time outside doesn’t have to. With the addition of a firepit or outdoor fireplace in your yard, you can enjoy outdoor time well into the cooler months.In fact, surveys tell us that...