Author: Outdoor Lifestyle Magazine

By Glenn Curtis Design Plantenance & Plantenance Landscape Group. Believe it or not, buried amongst all the negativity about our economic decline, diminished stock returns and fluctuating home values, there is some very positive news for the savvy investor – the savvy landscape investor that is! Undoubtedly, most of us appreciate that a successful landscape project can add significantly to the enjoyment of ones home and premises by making it not only more attractive, but functional as well. But did you know that a properly designed and created outdoor space also represents an excellent investment that can easily add...

If you’re interested in quality landscaping and want to enjoy as much of the summer as possible, it is best to get an early start on design and planning. Reputable landscapers are always busiest in spring and summer; the main seasons for project installations. During these months, many would-be landscape investors are surprised to discover that their dreamscape cannot be developed as fast as they would like. Here are some great tips that will help you to “git-er-done”. 1. More time to refine: Pre-season planning of your landscape project affords you and our design team more time for the...