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Black metal window boxes with purple and white pansies and cascading ivy, enhancing a classic New England home with fresh spring color and texture.

Window Boxes Explained: Placement, Planting, and Maintenance for the New England Climate

Window boxes add color, character, and seasonal interest to residential landscapes without the scale or cost of larger projects. This guide explores how proper placement, plant selection, and climate-aware planning help window boxes thrive in New England conditions.

Top 10 Things to Consider When Designing an Outdoor Dining Area

Designing an outdoor dining area involves more than choosing furniture. This guide highlights the design factors that influence comfort, durability, and usability, from layout and materials to climate and landscape integration, with a focus on New England conditions.

Tall grasses continue to provide screening and sanctuary for wildlife.

Protecting Trees and Shrubs from Snow, Ice, and Salt Damage

Protecting trees and shrubs through winter is essential for maintaining a healthy, resilient landscape in New England. This guide explains how snow, ice, wind, and de-icing salts affect plant health—and how proactive care, smart design, and seasonal maintenance help landscapes recover stronger each spring.

A classical white urn along the garden edge holds hydrangea and trailing annuals, softening hard lines while elevating plantings for better drainage and easy maintenance.

Planters and Containers in Landscape Design: Versatile, Affordable, and Easy to Maintain

Planters and containers add color, structure, and seasonal interest to residential landscapes without the cost or commitment of major projects. This guide explores how thoughtful design, smart placement, and climate-aware planning make containers a flexible, low-maintenance solution.

Granite steps descend to a cobblestone landing between fieldstone walls, with shrubs and hedges adding structure and refinement to this entry sequence in Weston.

Stone Walls & Steps: How Artful Masonry Shapes Residential Landscapes

Stone walls and steps play a critical role in shaping residential landscapes. This guide examines how material selection, construction methods, drainage, and climate considerations influence performance, longevity, and how stonework integrates with the overall landscape design.

A curved bluestone garden path bordered by native plantings, flowering shrubs, and mature trees, with large granite seating stones and a modern wooden privacy fence creating a quiet, shaded backyard retreat.

What Are the Top 10 Boston Landscape Design Trends for 2026

Landscape design in 2026 is all about longevity, comfort, and thoughtful use of outdoor space. This guide explores the top garden and landscape trends shaping Boston-area properties, from native plantings and natural materials to outdoor spaces designed to feel like true extensions of the home.

Sustainable Landscaping Explained: Smarter Landscape Design for Long-Term Value

Sustainable landscaping is reshaping the way outdoor spaces are designed and maintained. This guide explains how thoughtful plant selection, efficient water use, and healthy soil practices create landscapes that perform better and require less over time.

Why Is Landscape Design So Expensive in Boston?

Landscape design in Boston often costs more than expected. This article explains the regional factors behind pricing and helps homeowners understand what drives value, quality, and long-term performance.

How to Hire a Professional Landscape Designer in Boston: A Homeowner’s Guide

Choosing the right landscape designer can shape the beauty and usability of your outdoor space for years to come. This guide explains how Boston homeowners can evaluate designers, compare services, and plan their projects with confidence.

Wellesley, MA curb appeal and Return on Investment

Transform Your Property: The Real Numbers Behind Landscaping ROI

Homeowners are increasingly turning to data to guide their outdoor investments. This post highlights the most compelling statistics on how professional landscaping raises property value, accelerates home sales, and contributes to healthier, low-maintenance outdoor spaces.

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