by Courtney Cotter | Feb 10, 2017 | Blog, Seasonal Scenery, The Landscape Lounge
By Christine Gracey I have to admit to hibernating inside my house at this time of year as much as possible. I do look longingly out the windows and stare at my front and back yards. And I plot and plan ways to improve my outdoor living space. I am not sure that all...
by Christine | May 20, 2016 | Blog, The Landscape Lounge
We often forget the importance of dirt, aka soil in our lives. Without great soil, we can’t grow the trees, shrubs, perennials, vegetables and annuals that make our outdoor living spaces so wonderful. Some important points to consider are: – Healthy soils are...
by Christine | Mar 11, 2016 | Blog, The Landscape Lounge
In 2015 we did a project on Draper St. in Toronto. If I were to show you pictures you wouldn’t believe me if I told you where this street was nestled. This historic street is below King Street, and west of Spadina. While many of us would go down this street with big...
by Christine | Apr 17, 2015 | Blog, The Landscape Lounge
One of the best ways to get more enjoyment from your residential landscape and your garden (and the labour required in it) is to include some edible plants that will enhance your cooking. There is something special in the simple task of wandering out to the garden...
by Christine | Apr 3, 2015 | Blog, The Landscape Lounge
Landscaping companies in Toronto are often asked by homeowners how to keep their lawns healthy. Canadians appreciate the green grass beneath their feet, because we only get to experience it for about seven months of the year. So why not have the best lawn you can...