by Christine | Mar 6, 2015 | Blog, The Landscape Lounge
Toronto residential gardens can be planted with a variety of shrubs that not only offer beauty in the garden, but stunning floral arrangements to be enjoyed in any season. Select a variety of shrubs that bloom at different times within a season and also choose a...
by Christine | Feb 13, 2015 | Blog, The Landscape Lounge
I am someone who loves the vibrant colours, the variety and the interest that perennial and annual flowers provide in the residential landscape. However, it’s also important to make sure that the underlying design of that landscape is sound. Because at some point...
by Christine | Jan 28, 2015 | Blog, The Landscape Lounge
It is a wonderful thing to imagine and create a garden that will stimulate the mind of a child and encourage outdoor activity and enjoyment for them. It doesn’t take a large space to do this, and in fact a hidden or overlooked corner of the backyard is sometimes the...
by Christine | Jan 2, 2015 | Blog, The Landscape Lounge
AT D.A Gracey, we try to get all our information together before applying for a permit of any kind. This will hopefully save ourselves and our clients both time and money. Previously, I mentioned the steps to take while going to permit. I will briefly tell you the...
by Christine | Jul 7, 2014 | Blog, The Landscape Lounge
There is something so wonderful about seeing clematis in flower. Exotic blooms; some the size of dinner plates, cover a trellis or wall in a broad stroke of colour. Typically we think of clematis growing flat against trellis or wall, but as long as they are given...
by Christine | May 15, 2014 | Blog, The Landscape Lounge
Colour can evoke memories and feelings. It is thought that many of our colour associations are attached to our childhood. It is important to consider what colour you want your gardens. A fun way to explore colour and discover your personal favorites, is to ask...
