Maximize Patio Space

Redfin. July 14, 2020. By Alison Bentley: With the summer season in full swing, you might be wondering what you can do to maximize any outdoor space you have. There are plenty of simple patio ideas you can incorporate to enjoy the great outdoors at home, whether you have a balcony, patio, or small garden. That’s why we’ve reached out to experts.. [to] share their best tips and tricks.

Find Shade in LA

LA Times. June 24, 2020. By Lisa Boone: Trees can solve so many problems.

On the hottest of summer days, their evergreen canopies cool our homes and streets and shelter us from ultraviolet rays.

Anyone who has gotten lost in the intricate details of an ancient African Cape chestnut tree in Elysian Park or the thick bark of a coast live oak in La Cañada Flintridge knows they are magical too.

Sustainable Landscaping

HomeGreenHome Podcast. June 8, 2020. Hosted by Izumi Tanaka: Cassy Aoyagi is a LEED accredited practitioner, a board member of the USGBCLA and president of FormLA Landscaping, a full-service design+build and maintenance firm. She believes LA’s authentic, native beauty can save LA – from drought, fire, flooding and slides, all while improving our health and economic resilience.

“Planting a native garden has endless upward spiral of benefits to homes, schools, communities and environment.“

Try Succession Planning

Realtor.com. June 30, 2020. By Jennifer Kelly Geddes: Want your new vegetable garden to survive—and even thrive? You might need to start thinking hard about succession. And no, we’re not talking about corporate dynasties, or even the buzzy show on HBO. We’re talking about giving your sprouts room to grow.

Spanish Colonial Curb Appeal

The Spruce. June 15, 2020. By Deirdre Sullivan: Spanish Colonial houses are known for their speculator curb appeal thanks to striking white stucco walls, red tile roofs, and gorgeous landscaping. Learn more about the shape, frame, and structure of these magnificent abodes.

Organize Garden Clutter

Realtor.com. May 18,2020. By Jennifer Kelly Geddes: Since many of us are cooped up at home to avoid the coronavirus, Americans are gardening with abandon right now. This has lead to serenity, sustenance—and a whole new category of clutter! If your garden supplies are in disarray, there’s one item that could solve all your problems.Read More

Style Your Inside Plants

Realtor.com. May 20, 2020. By Jennifer Kelly Geddes: There are hairstylists, fashion stylists, even food stylists, so why not plant stylists? These professional green thumbs are in increasing demand. Americans are snapping up greenery like crazy these days, but many aren’t sure what to do with the plants they have, or how to keep them alive and thriving. A plant stylist can help. Read More

10 Things Gardeners Need

Realtor.com. By Jennifer Kelly Geddes: You can wing it in the backyard by digging with an old serving spoon and kneeling on a kitchen towel when you weed, but the right gear makes gardening so much easier.

Avoid Our Mistakes!

Realtor.com. May 5, 2020. By Jennifer Kelly Geddes: Wish your lawn and garden were overflowing with greenery? You might think that gardening and landscape pros have all the answers, but even professionals who spend their lives in the dirt struggle with foliage. Part of the problem is Mother Nature herself.