Cordate is Latin for heart, which makes it the perfect botanical nomenclature for plants with heart-shaped leaves. Because this month is my seventh wedding anniversary, I want to share with … Read More»
Often a forgotten after thought to residential landscaping, walkways and pathways are a critical connection between elements in your outdoor spaces. Here are some things to keep in mind when you're … Read More»
Although Bob couldn't tag along with me on my travels this time, I was excited to mark another state off my list of must-see destinations last spring with a trip to Salt Lake City, Utah. While there, … Read More»
If you want to see a dramatic landscape design on a large scale, visit downtown Maryville, Tenn. and swing by the Maryville-Alcoa Greenway as it meanders along Pistol Creek. That's where you'll find … Read More»
When two dimensions don't paint the picture for our landscape design clients in the Knoxville area, we turn to 3-dimensional landscape design plans. Here's why I love designing projects in … Read More»
During a recent seminar series I attended focused on exploring new applications for cool landscaping products such as permeable pavers and wall block, "modern" was the word of the weekend. Modern … Read More»
Bob and I are escaping the rain this weekend at the Dogwood Arts House and Garden in downtown Knoxville, Tenn. In addition to talking with future clients about paver patios, pergolas, plants and more, … Read More»
Thanks to the wonderful landscape design clients we've worked with this year, Julie and I had a fantastic 2017 with Carex Design Group. Here's a look at some of our favorite projects: Soggy in West … Read More»
Ready for fall? We've compiled a list of our favorite fall color plants for your Knoxville landscaping ... Sugar Maple Why we love it: We love this tree because it's not as big as some other … Read More»
The start of a new school year/football season/planting season had me looking back today and longing for vacation season. My wife Julie and I visited Toronto, Canada in August, and we found some … Read More»