Gig Harbor Project - After Pictures

Gig Harbor Project - Before Pictures

Here are a few before pictures of our most recent project in Gig Harbor...After pictures to follow shortly!

Cheap & Easy Ways to Garden without a Garden

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Check out some cheap & easy ways of gardening without a garden on the following website - http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/gardening-without-a-garden-10-ideas-for-your-patio-or-balcony-renters-solutions-167221

Plant of the Week: Coral Bark Japanese Maple

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Coral Bark Japanese Maple, Acer palmatum 'Sangokaku'

Beautiful small tree has brilliant coral bark on young branches; color intensifies in winter. Deeply cut light green leaves display attractive red margins; turn golden in fall. Deciduous.

Partial to full sun
Hardiness Zones: 5-8
Size: 15 to 20' tall, almost as wide

It's never too early to start planning your spring garden...

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I know we've just finished up with the holidays, but there is no better time than the present to start planning your spring garden. With enough early preparation, spring gardening can be simple, more well-planned and ultimately more affordable. Here are a few things to get started to make sure your spring gardening doesn't sneak up on you:

1. Make a list of plants you would like to incorporate in your garden
2. Begin considering the sun & water requirements as well as the overall size of each plant and where they may fit in your existing landscape
3. Figure out if these plants can be easily grown from seed or if they need to be purchased already potted
4. Draw a quick plan that incorporates your new plantings, but keep your plans fluid, so there is room for last minute modifications
5. If you are settled on your plan, begin prepping any seeds indoors so you are ready for planting in April or May

For more information on planning your spring garden, check out the following link from the Seattle Times - Home & Garden section: Planning a Spring Garden

Happy spring gardening & call or email if you need us!

Vertical Gardens in Tacoma?

Vertical garden in Paris by Patrick Blanc

Can anyone imagine a vertical garden installment in downtown Tacoma? How about the wall off of Schuster as you enter downtown? Check out this video: Vertical Gardens in Paris

Plant of the Week: Japanese Forest Grass

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Japanese Forest Grass, Hakonechloa macra

A graceful, colorful groundcover for shady areas. Slender stems hold bright golden-yellow foliage having the effect of a tiny bamboo. Great in containers or color accent in borders. Deciduous.

Partial Sun
Hardiness Zones: 4-9
Size: 18" tall & wide