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.
5 Front Walkway Landscaping Ideas in Grand Traverse and Leelanau County
When you think of landscaping improvements at your home, updating your front walkway may not be the first item on your list. While patios, firepits, and outdoor kitchens [...]
How Often Should I Fertilize My Lawn?
This is going to be your year. The year you finally have a lush green lawn. Maybe your turf is a total disaster, or maybe it just needs [...]
5 Ways to Fix Your Ugly Lawn
Bare spots, weeds, dull color. All of these things lead to a lawn that is certainly less than pleasing to the eye. We might not want to admit [...]
5 Common Patio Problems and How to Fix Them
Are you tripping over that same uneven area in your patio over and over? Standing water from sunken pavers not allowing you to use portions of your patio? [...]
Landscape Design & Installation Case Study: Lake Leelanau Outdoor Living Dream
When you design your dream landscape for your Northern Michigan beachfront home, what does it include? Maybe an area to entertain friends and family who come to visit [...]
The Ultimate Guide to Landscape Maintenance Services
Finding a great landscape maintenance contractor can be so difficult. The list of services offered tends to either be so limited that you need to call three other [...]
4 Common Landscape Lighting Installation Mistakes
You’ve decided it is time to invest in some landscape lighting. Whether to improve safety at your property or help you enjoy your beautiful outdoor space longer, installing [...]
7 Ways to Use Lighting in Your Landscape
Spring is on the horizon in Northern Michigan, and we are all dreaming of warmer days spent outside. With our shorter summer season, it is important to get [...]
3 Reasons to Consider Landscape Lighting
Your dream landscape is finally installed at your home. Your family and friends enjoy a delicious dinner on the patio, you mix up some drinks at your outdoor [...]
5 Ways to Boost Curb Appeal at Your Business
Even though we may not intend to, most of us judge a book by its cover. Just like a boring book cover isn’t begging us to turn through [...]
How to budget for your landscape installation project in Grand Traverse or Leelanau County, MI: Equipment, Your Unique Property, and Behind-the-Scenes Costs
Budgeting. It’s everyone’s favorite topic, right? We know spending the time to sit down a create a budget for any investment can be a real drag. However, budgeting [...]
Landscape Design and Installation Case Study: Downtown Traverse City MI Backyard Remodel
The Traverse City real estate market has been booming for well over a year with no sign of slowing down. Many families who want to relocate to Northern [...]
