D. A. Dunlevy
It's wintertime now and it's important to dress properly so that you can protect yourself from the elements. It may seem like a strange connection, but dressing appropriately for the cold reminded me of the principles that are applied when dealing with foundation waterproofing. Let me explain... Protecting a foundation is … Read More
Acer saccharum, more commonly known as a Sugar Maple, is a native tree with a dense, rounded crown of green leaves. It is famous for its spectacular fall color of bright yellow to burnt orange in autumn. The Sugar Maple is a very common tree in the … Read More
Fagus sylvatica, more commonly known as a European Beech, is a popular ornamental shade tree. Beech trees tend to branch close to the ground and are particularly dense. They are less hardy in areas south of DC as they do not tolerate extreme heat. The variety pictured … Read More
Azalea 'Delaware Valley White' Also known as Rhododendron 'Delaware Valley White' Beautiful white flowers adorn this evergreen shrub during the months of April and May. An ideal accent border plant, the azalea is popular because of its showy blooms and evergreen qualities. Light Needs: Partial sun Watering Needs: Moderate, more in … Read More
Nothing is more important to a well maintained yard than the treatment it receives at the beginning of the growing season. Still, few things are more baffling (and poorly executed) than a spring clean-up. These are the 10 simple steps that I use to instruct our craftsman … Read More
By Botteville (Own work) [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons "The landscape as a stage set for human drama -- the choreography of serendipity -- is at the core of what Mr. Halprin, the tribal elder of American landscape architecture, has been creating for more than 50 years." - Patricia Leigh Brown "For … Read More
The copyright in this photo is owned by The Cultural Landscape Foundation, www.tclf.org. It is always a source of abundant inspiration to contemplate the greatness of the designers that have come before us. Let's take a look at Dan Kiley and his contribution to the field of design. Dan Kiley … Read More