Resources for Northern Michigan Living
Creating a landscape you love is a journey that goes beyond the initial design. Whether you are looking for seasonal maintenance tips or inspiration for your next outdoor living project, our articles are created to help your property thrive in our unique Northern Michigan climate.
We believe that an informed homeowner is a happy one. From choosing native plants to understanding local elements, we’re sharing the craftsmanship and knowledge our team uses every day in the field. Explore our latest guides and expert advice to help your family feel more connected to the outdoors.
Your Checklist of Essential Lawn Maintenance Tasks for a Beautiful Commercial Landscape
When you’re managing a commercial property, there’s always something demanding your attention–tenants, customers, employees, or just the day-to-day operations. It’s easy for the care of your landscape to [...]
7 Trending Landscaping Ideas for Your Outdoor Space in Grand Traverse and Leelanau County MI
There’s nothing quite like summer in Northern Michigan—the long days, warm breezes, and endless opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. If you’ve been dreaming of a backyard refresh, now [...]
Is Professional Lawn Care and Landscape Maintenance Worth It? DIY vs. Hiring a Pro
You love having a beautiful yard, but let’s be honest–keeping up with landscape maintenance can feel like a never-ending task. Maybe you start the season strong, but as [...]
Landscape Lighting Tips and Tricks: Your Landscape Lighting Placement Guide
You know you want to add landscape lighting to your home, but where do you start? The last thing you want is a yard that looks over-lit or [...]
What is a Plunge Pool? Get to Know Our Newest Landscape Offering
Picture this–you step outside on a warm Northern Michigan evening, drink in hand, and sink into your own private pool, perfectly chilled to your liking. No noisy crowds, [...]
Planning your Pollinator Garden
Unless you have been living under a rock for the past few years, you have likely heard about the concern surrounding the declining bee population. For good reason, [...]
How Does Northern Michigan Winter Weather Impact My Landscape and What Can I Do to Help Prevent Damage?
Northern Michigan’s winter weather is a force to be reckoned with. While the snow-blanketed scenery is undeniably beautiful and invites all sorts of seasonal fun, the harsh conditions [...]
Common Misconceptions about Northern Michigan Lawn Care
Taking care of your lawn can feel overwhelming with all the different advice out there. From old myths to new trends, it’s easy to be [...]
Planning Your Outdoor Living Space – Outdoor Kitchens
Outdoor Kitchen Options: 7 Tips to Designing an Awesome Kitchen on a Budget Building an outdoor kitchen is one of the best ways to enhance [...]
Planning Your Outdoor Living Space- Stone Paver Patio vs. Stamped Concrete Patio
When it comes to building the foundation for your outdoor living area, choosing between stone pavers and concrete is one of the most important decisions [...]
Curb Appeal in a Sellers’ Market
With today’s hot real estate market, you might be wondering if curb appeal still has an impact. The reality is, that even in a seller's [...]
Why and How to Clean Up those Pesky Fallen Leaves and Prepare your Lawn for Winter
No matter where you live, nearly every homeowner dreads the task of fall cleanup. While the season is undeniably beautiful, with vibrant leaves and cooler [...]
