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Ornamental tree that attracts birds.

The May Day Tree is appropriately named as its pendulous white flowers, many nearly 5″ long, appear in that month after setting its dark green leaves.  The flowers have a unique almost almond scent.  For those who wish to attract birds … Continue reading

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Ornamental Grasses (Feather Reed)

Probably responsible for the trend toward the use of ornamental grasses in landscape design is this specimen, Feather Reed Grass.  In addition to being a valuable asset to fresh and dried flower arrangements it can be used as a specimen, … Continue reading

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Oramental Trees (Spring Snow Crab)

In some locations, this ornamental crab has just begin to show signs of flowering.  The Spring Snow Crab becomes covered in whie blossoms before the emergence of leaves and is a perfect specimen for small spaces or courtyards as it … Continue reading

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Landforms / Berming (the shape of the land)

  Berms are essentially mounds of soil that are either naturally occurring or man-made.  They are very useful, if properly designed and installed, in creating landscape interest, directing drainage, screening views and enhancing plantings.  The photos above are obviously extreme … Continue reading

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