Tag Archives: Needham MA

Shine a Light on Your Landscape: Outdoor Lighting Benefits in Newton, Needham, Wellesley & Boston Suburbs

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Professional landscape lighting transforms your home after dark—boosting curb appeal, improving safety, and extending outdoor living hours. Discover how our custom LED designs enhance properties in Newton, Needham, Wellesley, and across the Boston suburbs.

Why Fall is the Ideal Season for Tree Planting in the Boston Area

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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 […]

How to Choose the Best Landscape Design Contractor

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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 […]

Getting Your Lawn Ready For Spring

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Landscaping Maintenance Tips for Spring in Norfolk County How to Prepare Your Lawn Now to be Summer-Ready! Leave the struggles of keeping your lawn green all year behind. Start preparing your lawn now for those tough summer months when the true strength of your lawn will really show. It is time to make your lawn […]

Backyard Hardscape on a Budget in Greater Boston

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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 […]

5 Ways to Deter Deer From Eating Your Plants and Shrubs

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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, […]

7 Ideas for Patios that Will Give You A Great Gathering Space For Your Family

Your patio doesn’t have to be just a big rectangle by the back door. The site of your patio affects how often it will be used and how well it serves its intended purpose. Whether you are designing your own or working with a designer, here are some things to consider in the planning phase. […]

5 Ways To Choose Between a Fire Pit or Fireplace

“Should I get a fire pit or fireplace?” … That’s a question we hear a lot.  Which would you prefer to gather around with your friends? Each has its pros and cons.  Consider the following 5 things when choosing what’s best for your family: 1. Seating Many people choose a circular fire pit because they […]

5 Reasons To Hire a Landscaper Instead of Doing a DIY Landscape

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Even though a DIY landscape seems like it’d be a fairly simple project (who doesn’t love spending time in the garden?), transforming a landscape on your own may not be the best use of your time and money. Before you pull the trigger on your DIY yard, think about these other 5 valuable things a […]