Spotted lanternfly nymphs are now active across Hingham, Cohasset, Duxbury, and the South Shore. Here’s what they look like, which plants they target, and how to protect your landscape this season.
Category Archives: Plants and Trees
Landscape Design and Planning, Home Investment, Patios and Walkways, Plants and Trees
New Construction Landscape Design — South Shore MA
04
Jun
Jun
Most homeowners focus on patios and plants — but the biggest landscape investment is underground. Serving Hingham, Cohasset, Duxbury & the South Shore.
Landscape Design and Planning, Home Investment, Patios and Walkways, Plants and Trees
5 Signs It’s Time to Redesign Your Landscape | South Shore MA Landscaping Experts
13
May
May
Discover the top 5 signs it’s time to redesign your landscape in South Shore MA. Learn why homeowners trust Land Design Associates for landscape design, build, drainage, patios, planting, and maintenance services throughout the South Shore and Greater Boston area.
Landscape Design and Planning, Plants and Trees
Foundation Planting Done Right: Avoid These 5 Common Mistakes
14
Apr
Apr
Foundation planting can make or break your home’s curb appeal. Discover the 5 most common mistakes homeowners make—and how to design a foundation planting that works beautifully in New England.
Landscape Design and Planning, Home Investment, Plants and Trees
How to Design a Pollinator Garden That Looks High-End (Not Wild and Messy)
14
Apr
Apr
Want a pollinator garden without the messy look? Learn how to design a refined, high-end pollinator landscape using structure, repetition, and curated plant selections—perfect for New England homes.
Landscape Design and Planning, Lawn Care and Landscape Maintenance, Plants and Trees
Is It Too Early to Plant? 7 Smart Tips Every New England Gardener Must Know
07
Apr
Apr
Wondering whether it is too early to plant in New England? This spring guide explains frost timing, soil readiness, and what to plant now versus later for a healthier landscape and garden.
Home Investment, Lawn Care and Landscape Maintenance, Plants and Trees
Designing for Drainage: How Landscape Architecture Solves Water Problems in Massachusetts Homes
25
Mar
Mar
Snow isn’t just a sign of winter—it’s nature’s protective blanket for your landscape. A steady layer of snow insulates soil, shields plant roots from extreme cold, reduces winter stress, and helps landscapes across Massachusetts emerge healthier and stronger in spring. Learn how snow supports long-term plant health and why leaving it in place is often best for your landscape.
Home Investment, Lawn Care and Landscape Maintenance, Plants and Trees
Valentine’s Roses That Don’t Quit: Why Knock Out Roses Keep Your Yard Blooming From June to Frost
13
Feb
Feb
Snow isn’t just a sign of winter—it’s nature’s protective blanket for your landscape. A steady layer of snow insulates soil, shields plant roots from extreme cold, reduces winter stress, and helps landscapes across Massachusetts emerge healthier and stronger in spring. Learn how snow supports long-term plant health and why leaving it in place is often best for your landscape.
Home Investment, Lawn Care and Landscape Maintenance, Plants and Trees
Snow Protects Your Landscape: How Winter Snow Insulates Plant Roots and Promotes Spring Growth
05
Feb
Feb
Snow isn’t just a sign of winter—it’s nature’s protective blanket for your landscape. A steady layer of snow insulates soil, shields plant roots from extreme cold, reduces winter stress, and helps landscapes across Massachusetts emerge healthier and stronger in spring. Learn how snow supports long-term plant health and why leaving it in place is often best for your landscape.
Plants and Trees, Landscape Design and Planning, Summer Tips
Top 6 Early Spring Bloomers to Get Color in Your Yard
03
Feb
Feb
After a long New England winter, early blooming trees and shrubs signal the arrival of spring—often while snow is still on the ground. From star magnolias and Yoshino cherries to native serviceberry and witch hazel, discover the best early bloomers for Massachusetts landscapes and how thoughtful landscape design helps homeowners in Walpole, Cohasset, and the South Shore enjoy seasonal beauty sooner.