D. A. Dunlevy
Continuing our summer annual theme, Solenia Begonias are another great choice for flower beds. Somewhat unique from it's Wax relative, the Solenia Begonia has waxy leaves but a rose-like bloom from spring through fall. Available in orange, red, pink, and yellow shades, it is an excellent choice … Read More
This summer annual is a great choice for bright colors in mass plantings. Available in several sizes with a trailing growth habit, Wave Petunias bloom throughout summer into the fall. Light Needs: Full sun Watering Needs: Moderate, more in dry seasons Average Size: 4"-12" tall Why we love this plant: Wave … Read More
April is a very exciting month for us! Not only does spring really kick into high gear, but both Earth Day and Arbor Day are celebrated in April too! And what better way to wrap up April than celebrating trees? Arbor Day's roots (pun intended), stem all the … Read More
Vinca (annual) This annual is ideal for summer planting. Typically available in 4.5" and 6" pots and a variety of colors, Vinca will bloom throughout the summer. Highly recommended for low maintenance flower beds. Light Needs: Full sun Watering Needs: Moderate, more in dry seasons Average Size: 14"-16" tall Why we love … Read More
Sustainability through community and residential gardening has grown in popularity over the past couple of years. Naturally, being landscapers, we love this movement and all of the potential opportunities it presents. People don't always consider combining a landscape design with a functional garden, often because they assume … 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
Photo: Roger Foley A local boy, James van Sweden was born in Baltimore, MD and spent much of his career in landscape architecture in Washington, DC. His dream was to lead the revolution against the modern American landscape. Rather than large expanses of lawn and simple foundation plantings, … Read More
A garden in western Ireland by Piet Oudolf. Image: Piet Oudolf: Landscapes in Landscapes Piet Oudolf, a Dutch landscape designer, truly has a vision for natural landscape. A nurseryman at heart, Oudolf has an impeccable eye for quality plant material. Combining his vision and eye has allowed him to … Read More
A recent pond design for a client in D.C. has got us thinking about aquatic plants - specifically, water lilies. Kenilworth Park and Aquatic Gardens recently hosted their annual Lotus and Water Lily Festival in Northeast D.C. Part of the Anacostia Park, Kenilworth Park serves as a … Read More