Fall Is For Planting As the leaves begin to change and the air turns crisp, there’s no better time to consider the benefits of planting trees in the fall. We’re passionate about the environment and want to share with you why autumn is the ideal season for tree planting. Strong Root Growth: During the fall, the […]
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Home Investment, Case Studies, Landscape Design and Planning, Plants and Trees
Needham Home Gets New Outdoor Living Area
09
Apr
Apr
When the owners of this Needham home asked us to help out with their landscape design, we were all in. Visiting the site, we saw a beautiful new home but with a “builder’s special” landscape. The family wanted an outdoor fire pit with sitting walls, a grill island, lighting and privacy screening. They wanted the […]
Home Investment, Landscape Design and Planning, Patios and Walkways
How a Walkway Impacts Curb Appeal
30
Mar
Mar
Master Curb Appeal with A Walkway A new walkway can make a real impact on the appearance of the front of your home. A walkway is an extension of your home and adds tremendous aesthetic value. With proper planning and execution walkways become a functional seamless integration into your landscape. There are many things to […]
30
Mar
Mar
Grand Norwood Home Receives a Landscape Makeover This grand Norwood mansion-style home was severely overgrown when we first met the homeowner. Her husband was an avid plant collector, but not the best designer – as he had many rare and interesting plants all around the property but with no rhyme or reason. In fact, most […]
06
Mar
Mar
How to Choose the Best Landscape Design Contractor When choosing a landscape firm to partner with, there are a number of factors to consider. Often times the cost of an outdoor landscape project is similar to doing a new kitchen or family room. There are many factors that go into the design, building, and maintenance […]
Case Studies, Home Investment, Landscape Design and Planning, Patios and Walkways, Plants and Trees
Breathtaking Landscape Design in Westwood Invigorates One Family’s Backyard
27
Feb
Feb
Rejuvenating an Unused Westwood Backyard Into an Awesome Outdoor Living Space Before Land Design Associates renovated the backyard at this family home in Westwood, it was bland and underutilized. The small, discolored vinyl deck was misshapen and tired, the paver-stoned yard offered no privacy for socializing and the lawn areas presented unkempt woods that imposed […]
Lawn Care and Landscape Maintenance
5 Ways to Protect Your Evergreen Trees and Bushes From Winter Damage
03
Jan
Jan
Photo Credit: © Marco Verch How to Take Care of Your Evergreens for Landscaping Protecting Plants for Winter New England’s harsh winters can wreak havoc on your evergreen trees and shrubs if you’re not careful. Even though evergreens can survive through the winter months, cold temperatures, high winds and a winter sun can dry out […]
Case Studies, Home Investment, Landscape Design and Planning, Patios and Walkways
Backyard Hardscape on a Budget in Greater Boston
22
Nov
Nov
How Land Design Associates Transformed One Family’s Backyard Patio Into a Simple Oasis Planning a New Backyard Patio Design Sometimes, all it takes is a creative design and a little hardscaping with a patio wall to liven up your backyard without breaking the bank. In the spring, we met with a family who wanted to […]
Plants and Trees, Landscape Design and Planning, Lawn Care and Landscape Maintenance
5 Ways to Deter Deer From Eating Your Plants and Shrubs
02
Nov
Nov
Protect Your Landscaping Plants and Shrubs This Fall From Hungry Deer Dreaded Deer in the Garden When it comes to keeping your yard beautiful and thriving, protecting your garden from cute but menacing deer should be a top priority. With some exceptions, deer will eat or at least trample on almost anything in your garden, […]
Home Investment, Landscape Design and Planning, Plants and Trees, Summer Tips
How to Use Landscaping Trees and Shrubs to Improve the Energy Efficiency of Your Home
11
Oct
Oct
Using Landscape Tree Planting and Shrubs in Greater Boston With ever-increasing home-energy costs, leveraging your landscape design in Boston during the cold winters and hot summers can serve as a lifesaver for improving the energy efficiency of your home. How can you use backyard landscaping and best practices in yard design to make those small […]