Garden Design Blog

We just finished up a paver patio at a wooded property. The site will cause a number of issues that require more regular patio maintenance. The trees will drop leaves, seeds and tannins. The shade creates more humidity and moisture for moss and growth. Regular care routine will be required to keep the paver patio…

Concrete paver patios have continued to evolve in the last forty years since the first major manufacturers began production. Paver technology has improved, design styles have expanded, and popularity has grown exponentially. Some of the changes are trendy and unlikely to withstand the test of time. Other changes are improving more timeless aspects of paver…

Walls add architecture elements to the garden. They create vertical interest and define outdoor rooms. And, they can provide architectural craftsmanship with beauty and character. Walls in the landscape help organize the landscape design. So plant shrubs and perennials around walls to create contrasting textures and beautiful garden aesthetics. Walls come in two main of…

Techo-bloc paver patio  projects require good landscape design.  What are the key elements for patio design ? What are the key elements for landscape design? Techo-bloc materials include many choices. So the first key element is a knowledge of the paver choices.  The design style will inform the paver choice. Techo-bloc Paver Patio Chocies The…

How do you pick from  all the choices of Hardscaping Companies?  You  want to hire a hardscape contractor to build your patio or walkway. A certified professional and a good design is a start. You want a fair price, integrity and customer service. The best first step is to ask friends for referrals. Next, keep…

We have used many concrete paver products over the years, but today it’s all Techo Bloc paver projects. We find that Techo Bloc paver is the cutting edge of both design and quality. The Techo Bloc company  is a leader in contractor support. They provide annual training seminars and the customer representatives are very accessible. …

  Are you thinking about installing a paver patio and searching the web for information? Want to know how to install paver patio? Do you want some knowledge and experience from professional paver patio contractors? What are the pros and cons of a paver patio versus my other patio contractor choices? Paver patios are installed…

Why go through the cost of mulch installation every year? Mulch makes our landscapes and gardens look more attractive with that uniform and tidy ground layer. More important, landscape mulch helps the soil retain moisture, it decomposes to release vital nutrients to the soil, and mulch installation helps the soil structure. What type of mulch…

What is your spring landscape maintenance plan? We all want to get our landscape gardens off on the right roots so we can enjoy a healthy, thriving and vibrant landscape through the spring, summer and fall. Spring landscape maintenance plans start with general plant and bed maintenance, followed by shrub pruning, perennial cutbacks, fertilizing, mulching…

I attended the Techo Bloc contractors showcase 2017 last week. They always put on a great show highlighting new products and techniques. It is a service to the contracting community making us all better professional hardscape contractors in Allentown. With that, lets talk a little Techo Bloc Pavers Reviews. What new pavers are available, new…

When and how much should I be watering my Plants? That can be a tough landscape question. Hard to know sometimes, and there is not always a right answer. Varied factors need to be considered. Does the plant require moist or dry conditions? Has it rained or been dry and windy? How long has the…