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There are very few slow days at a Blade of Grass – we're busy designing and maintaining Boston's most beautiful properties. Below are some of the recent highlights of our work, design awards, Boston landscaping events, press mentions, and general Blade happenings. For more Blade news, be sure to follow us out on Facebook and Instagram.
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Blade Wins Best of Houzz 2024 in Design and Service | Houzz

Proud to announce that a Blade of Grass has been awarded “Best of Houzz 2024 in Design” and “Best of Houzz 2024 in Service”” from Houzz, our favorite web resource for landscape and home design. This award holds special meaning for us as we take great pride in the designs we create for our clients, and our commitment to excellent service. If you have a moment, check out our portfolios and featured articles on Houzz and be sure leave a comment or like. And don’t forget to see our other awards.

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Decorating with Greens for the Holidays | Wellesley Weston Magazine

Do you love the holiday season and the decorations that they bring? Be sure to read what Blade co-owner and founder Heather Lashbrook Jones has to say in this very seasonal article in Wellesley Weston Magazine. In this month’s edition, Heather lends a few tips regarding sourcing supplies including pinecones, winter berry, and holly, and also planning ahead with holiday-friendly pruning strategies. You’ll also want to check out our holiday decoration gallery, filled with photos of our work over the years.

National Association of Landscape Professionals Award of Excellence 2023

Blade Wins Two Gold Awards of Excellence 2023 | National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP)

The National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) has announced that a Blade of Grass has been selected as the winner of two(!) Gold Award of Excellence awards for 2023 – Residential Design/Build > Above $1,000,000 and Residential Landscape Management. Be sure to check out the photo galleries of this beautiful property in Carlisle, MA. We’re honored and so proud of our entire team for their hard work and creative vision.

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Landscape of the Month: Crafting a Seaside Retreat | The Edge

One of our favorite properties is featured in the latest edition of the The Edge (from the National Association of Landscape Professionals).  Located in Duxbury, Massachusetts, this “seaside estate” was actually our second project with this client; the first is featured here and located just down the road from the newer property. As noted in the article, the client asked that the backyard include a wide variety of spaces for relaxing, entertaining, and spending time with the family. They also wanted a limited plant palette that would accentuate their ocean views. Mission accomplished. Read the feature to learn more about this amazing project.

Wellesley Kitchen and Home Tour 2023

Wellesley Kitchen and Home Tour 2023 | Wellesley Hills Junior Women’s Club

a Blade of Grass is proud to a premiere sponsor and participant in this year’s Wellesley Kitchen and Home Tour this Saturday (May 6) presented by the Wellesley Hills Junior Women’s Club. Join us for an up-close look at seven of Wellesley’s most stunning homes, highlighting a variety of styles and concepts in design. You will also have the opportunity to meet the creative forces behind the houses and enjoy gourmet bites and pop-up boutiques at each home. All proceeds from this event benefit local non-profits and scholarship programs. Get your tickets today.

National Association of Landscape Professionals Award of Excellence

Blade Wins Gold Award of Excellence 2022 | National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP)

The National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) has announced that a Blade of Grass has been selected as the 2022 Gold Award of Excellence winner for Residential Design/Build > $500,000 to $1,000,000. Be sure to check out the photo gallery of our winning Seaside Retreat property in Duxbury, MA; so many great shots of this beautiful South shore property. We’re honored and so proud of our entire team for their hard work and creative vision.

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Recruiting Women in the Landscaping Industry | Turf Magazine

Our director of maintenance, Miriam Hellweg, discusses with Turf Magazine’s Monique Allen the state of the landscaping industry in regards to recruiting, and retaining, women in the workforce. From small considerations to big picture requirements, this is an excellent read for any business owner, recruiter, or human resources professional, within the landscaping industry or not. We’re so proud to have Miriam representing Blade and striving to make it even better.

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Blade Wins Best of Houzz 2022 in Design and Service | Houzz

Proud to announce that a Blade of Grass has been awarded “Best of Houzz 2022 in Design” and “Best of Houzz 2022 in Service”” from Houzz, our favorite web resource for landscape and home design. This award holds special meaning for us as we take great pride in the designs we create for our clients, and our commitment to excellent service. If you have a moment, check out our portfolios and featured articles on Houzz and be sure leave a comment or like. And don’t forget to see our other awards.

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