Anna Martin, a leading author who grew up in the valleys of California, was always surrounded by plants and trees. It developed her love for gardening. In addition, her education in landscape designing over the years was driven by her passion for greening vertical spaces. Following this, there was no stopping for her, and she wanted to share her knowledge through her writings. You can find innumerable of her contributions in the field on the internet.
The tall and elegant birch tree comes in over 60 known varieties, each with its own unique textures, colors and characteristics. A part of the Betula genus (family Betulaceae), birch is a fast-growing and short-lived species known for its pleasing aesthetics, especially its stunning fall colors. This hardwood, deciduous tree is a popular […]
Whether you want to decorate or revamp your backyard, choosing the right type of plant is important. Ever considered birch trees? When someone mentions about birch trees, all we can remember is gray and white barks flaking off. But did you know that birch trees are amazing showstoppers, famous for being elegant and […]
You cannot ignore an improper drainage system in the yard. It can cause a wet, soggy, waterlogged lawn. Such lawns tend to attract all kinds of problems from lawn disease and weed outbreaks. Over time, it might also cause dying or thin turf. Hence, you need a solid drainage system for yard. But, installing a drainage […]
Famed for their gleaming emerald green foliage, Emerald Green Arborvitae are evergreens. “Arborvitae” comes from the French word, l’arbre de vie, meaning the tree of life. It is one of the most prevalent kinds of Arborvitae in the Northwest. They have a classic narrow, pyramidal form, and are resilient, hardy trees that can overcome […]
Aglaonema or Chinese evergreens are everything that a novice indoor gardener can dream of! Your house doesn’t get enough light? Don’t worry! These sturdy plants do pretty well in low to moderate light. You often forget to water your plants? Still not a problem. Their watering needs are quite moderate. This stunningly beautiful […]
Leylandii is one of the renowned evergreen tree species. It may be an uninteresting conifer with no bells and whistles, but the fast Leyland Cypress growth rate and magnificent greenish-blue foliage make it a visual delight. Often shaped and pruned into hedgerows, it is a fertile hybrid cross between Nootka false cypress and Monterey cypress. […]