A step-by-step guide for Massachusetts homeowners on vetting landscape contractors for drainage, hardscape, and outdoor living projects — credentials, references, and process expectations.
Category Archives: Plants and Trees
Landscape Design and Planning, Home Investment, Lawn Care and Landscape Maintenance, Patios and Walkways, Plants and Trees, Summer Tips
How to Hire a Landscape Contractor in Massachusetts
30
Jul
Jul
A Massachusetts homeowner’s guide to vetting landscape contractors for drainage, hardscape, and outdoor living projects — licensing checks, red flags, and the questions that matter most.
Plants and Trees, Summer Tips
Featured Plant: Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia), A Bold, Pollinator-Friendly Perennial
28
Jul
Jul
Red hot poker (Kniphofia) brings tropical color, hummingbirds, and butterflies to the summer landscape. Learn how to plant, care for, and protect this bold, low-maintenance perennial.
Lawn Care and Landscape Maintenance, Plants and Trees, Summer Tips
Native Plants for Massachusetts Yards | Landscape Design by Land Design Associates
23
Jul
Jul
Choosing the right Native Plants can transform your Massachusetts landscape into a beautiful, sustainable, and low-maintenance outdoor space. Learn which native trees, shrubs, grasses, and perennials thrive in New England and how Land Design Associates creates landscapes that are both environmentally responsible and visually stunning.
Landscape Design and Planning, Home Investment, Lawn Care and Landscape Maintenance, Patios and Walkways, Plants and Trees, Summer Tips
Landscape Architecture Services in Massachusetts
23
Jul
Jul
Should you hire a landscape architect or a design-build team? Learn the differences, benefits, and why Land Design Associates helps Massachusetts homeowners create successful outdoor living spaces from concept through construction.
Landscape Design and Planning, Case Studies, Home Investment, Lawn Care and Landscape Maintenance, Patios and Walkways, Plants and Trees, Summer Tips
Landscape Master Plan for New England Homes | Complete Guide | Land Design Associates
16
Jul
Jul
A landscape master plan provides a complete vision for transforming your New England property. Learn how professional planning integrates outdoor living spaces, planting design, hardscapes, drainage, lighting, and future improvements into one cohesive design.
Landscape Design and Planning, Home Investment, Lawn Care and Landscape Maintenance, Patios and Walkways, Plants and Trees, Summer Tips
Backyard Design Transformation in Westwood, Massachusetts: Creating More Usable Space Through Thoughtful Landscape Design
16
Jul
Jul
See how Land Design Associates transformed an overgrown backyard in Westwood, Massachusetts into a spacious outdoor living area with a new patio, hornbeam privacy trees, expanded lawn, and enhanced curb appeal.
Landscape Design and Planning, Home Investment, Lawn Care and Landscape Maintenance, Patios and Walkways, Plants and Trees, Summer Tips
5 Hidden Costs Homeowners Miss When Planning Outdoor Living Projects in Cohasset
16
Jul
Jul
Planning an outdoor living project in Cohasset? Learn about five commonly overlooked costs including drainage, grading, utilities, and permitting and discover how thoughtful landscape design and landscape architecture help homeowners avoid surprises while creating exceptional outdoor spaces.
Landscape Design and Planning, Home Investment, Lawn Care and Landscape Maintenance, Plants and Trees, Summer Tips
Landscaping Ideas for a Resilient Yard: How Native Plants Handle New England Drought
16
Jul
Jul
Native gardens can look stressed during their first dry summer, and that’s normal. See why establishment matters, how soil resilience affects drought performance, and which cold hardy plants hold up best for New England landscaping ideas.
Landscape Design and Planning, Home Investment, Lawn Care and Landscape Maintenance, Patios and Walkways, Plants and Trees, Summer Tips
5 Ways to Make Your Outdoor Space Party-Ready This Week
29
Jun
Jun
Get your backyard July 4th–ready with five expert tips from Land Design
Associates in Walpole, MA. Serving Hingham, Cohasset, Duxbury, and the
South Shore — refresh your mulch, add patriotic plantings, upgrade your
lighting, and more.