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Landscape Fireplace

September 3, 2013

School is in session, now you may have the time to envision what you would like for outdoor living environment, perhaps even including a cozy fireplace or fire
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Mulch Fungus

August 21, 2013

We recently had an inquiry about this fungus growing on mulch. This particular fungus is a mold feeding on the biodegrading material.  It happens with dark natural
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Plant of the Week – Dawn Redwood

August 19, 2013

The Dawn Redwood tree has been referred to as a living fossil.  The tree was only known by fossil records until 1943 when it was rediscovered in China.  Fossil
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Detroit Garden Works

August 15, 2013

Here is a unique store if you are looking for that special something!  Owned by Deborah Silver, a fellow APLD member.  A multitude of planters, urns and unique
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If You Can Dream It…

August 12, 2013

A highlight of the tour during the International Association of Professional Landscape Designers conference was a fascinating water feature designed by a fellow
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Lafayette Gardens

August 8, 2013

Our designer, Nicole has recently attended the APLD international design conference in Detroit!  We will be posting highlights from the trip here on our news
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Pruning Maintenance

August 7, 2013

Pruning is an essential maintenance practice for plants in the home landscape.  Here are some tips to help you feel more confident while pruning. 1. Start
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APLD Conference in Detroit

July 31, 2013

APLD is the Association of Professional Landscape Designers. This weekend our designer, Nicole will be attending an international design conference right here in
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Plant of the Week – Goat’s Beard

July 30, 2013

Now here's an interesting plant!  It looks like a giant Astilbe, and also requires similar conditions.  It is a dense, bushy clump of lacy foliage that grows well
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Plant of the Week – Heptacodium micinoides

July 26, 2013

Heptacodium micinoides -  This unique large shrub blooms in the fall!  The white flowers are fragrant, and it has an almost tropical look to it. This shrub
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