Synthetic Turf: Pros, Cons, and How to Decide If It’s Right for Your Yard
Synthetic turf has come a long way over the last decade. Today’s products look more natural, drain better, and hold up far longer than the stiff, plastic grass many homeowners still picture. That said, it is not the right fit for every property, lifestyle, or budget. If you are weighing synthetic turf against a natural…
9 Questions to Ask Before Booking a Spring Landscape Project
If you are comparing landscape companies right now, the questions you ask can make the difference between a smooth, well-run project and one that drags on, blows past expectations, or misses the mark entirely. Below are smart, practical questions to ask before you sign a contract. These go beyond surface-level pricing and get into how…
Spring Pruning: Which Plants Benefit (and Which Should Wait)
Spring arrives early in Whatcom County. Buds swell, lawns wake up, and landscapes start asking for attention. That energy makes it tempting to prune everything at once, but in Western Washington, timing and technique matter more than urgency. Some plants thrive with a spring prune. Others lose blooms, struggle to recover, or become vulnerable to…
Winter to Early Spring Is the Best Time to Plan Your Paver Project: Here’s Why
A paver patio is one of the most rewarding outdoor upgrades you can make in Western Washington. It creates usable space, adds structure to your landscape, and holds up well against our long rainy seasons. But timing matters more here than it does in drier parts of the country. If you’re wondering about the best…
Why Winter Is the Perfect Time to Plan Your Landscape Projects in Whatcom County
When most homeowners think about landscaping, they think about spring. Warmer weather, longer days, and the excitement of getting outside again naturally put outdoor projects top of mind. What many homeowners in Bellingham and across Whatcom County don’t realize is that winter is actually the best time to plan a landscape project, especially if you…
Signs Your Irrigation System Needs Repair (Before It Costs You More)
Many homeowners don’t realize something is wrong with their irrigation system until the damage is visible. Lawns fade unevenly, plants struggle in one corner of the yard, or puddles appear after a regular watering cycle. These issues often seem minor, or they get blamed on weather, soil, or even “just the way the yard grows.”…
Why a Professional Landscape Company Costs More & Why It’s Worth It
Landscape pricing varies more than most homeowners expect. One company quotes a surprisingly low amount. Another proposes a higher investment and confidently explains it. At first glance, the work may seem identical. Mowing looks like mowing. Fertilizer looks like fertilizer. A planted shrub is a planted shrub. But the gap between “someone who does landscaping”…
6 Ways We’re Serving You Better in 2026
The Quick Version We moved into a new facility, expanded our teams, and upgraded our technology, all so we can respond faster, communicate better, and give you more options for effortless outdoor living. Here’s exactly how these changes benefit you and your property this year. First and foremost, after 22 years of being known as…
How Smart Irrigation Saves Water in the Pacific Northwest
Landscapes in the Pacific Northwest face an odd challenge: months of rain followed by weeks of dry weather. Lawns and planting beds can swing between soaked and thirsty, and traditional irrigation systems rarely keep up. Smart irrigation smooths out those extremes by giving your landscape only the water it needs, when it needs it. For…
Lawn Rejuvenation vs. Lawn Renovation: What’s the Difference?
A tired lawn doesn’t always need to be torn out and rebuilt. In many cases, the grass you already have simply needs fresh life breathed into it. That’s where lawn rejuvenation comes in. Renovation has its place, but most Pacific Northwest lawns respond well to a strategic rejuvenation plan that strengthens the soil, improves color,…