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If you’re a first time homeowner or you haven’t worked with a landscaping company before, you may have some questions about the process. We’ve answered some frequently asked questions about landscape design and installation so you can feel more confident about what you’re looking for in a landscaper.
Like so many of our clients, this family was looking to update their front landscaping and elevate their property’s curb appeal with a crisp new retaining wall and plantings. Read about how our designer, CC Greene, helped the client budget for the project and decided to take a two-phase landscaping approach to the design process for this project.
If you’re a homeowner in Cincinnati, chances are you’ve thought about replacing your old deck with a paver patio. While it may seem like a simple task to tackle on your own, there are several advantages to using a professional landscaper. Let’s take a look at why hiring an experienced landscaping professional is the best option for upgrading your outdoor living space.
One of the best parts of building a new home is having the opportunity to put your personal touch on nearly every aspect, from design to decorating. Landscaping is one piece of new home design that allows homeowners to express their unique style and vision. At Seiler’s, we often help new homeowners create beautiful surroundings. Recently we had the privilege of working with a local family, the Steins, to realize their new home landscaping vision.
Homeowners in Cincinnati are always looking for ways to update their landscape and elevate their curb appeal. The driveway is a great place to start especially if it’s dull, cracked or just looking outdated. There are so many materials used for driveways; paving stone, concrete, asphalt and more. So what are the benefits to choosing pavers for a driveway?
Having a landscape with curb appeal requires year-round maintenance. At Seiler’s we offer an all-season landscaping package, Seiler’s 360, to help your home look great with less hassle for you. Here is what is included in your Seiler’s 360 service package.
Transforming your landscape into a functional outdoor living space is an exciting endeavor. There are so many possibilities and elements to choose from. An outdoor fireplace or fire pit is a great way to upgrade your outdoor space and make it more functional and intimate. There are lots of things to consider when designing your outdoor fireplace and fire pit so we’ve broken them down for you.
Leaves and flowers are mostly gone, but your landscape can still look good in the winter if it’s designed properly. Here are some winter landscape ideas that will keep your yard lovely to look at this winter.
You can always count on evergreens to provide steady color throughout the winter. Implementing bushes and trees with berries like crabapple trees will also add vibrance to your landscape. Flowers like Sweet Peas will bloom throughout the winter if planted in the late fall. Other plants that will stand out in the snow are trees with interesting bark like river birch, Japanese flowering cherry or the paperbark maple.
When the overall colors outside are brown and gray, it’s a pleasant surprise to see color and flashes of life in your landscaping. Look for accessories like yard art to liven up your landscape in the winter. Reflective surfaces bounce winter’s light around. Bird feeders and houses will bring birds to your yard along with signs of life. Incorporating a comprehensive exterior lighting plan into your landscape will brighten up your yard on long winter nights and welcome friends to your door.
There are a few maintenance chores you can put on your winter to-do list that will keep your landscape looking fresh. Being cautious about not spreading ice-melting salt on your lawn will prevent bare spots from forming in your grass. Keeping your hanging baskets and window boxes filled with sticks, pinecones, berries and lights will liven up your curb appeal as well.
At Seiler’s we know how important it is that your landscape looks lively year ‘round. That’s why we offer Seiler’s 360 Landscape Maintenance to care for your yard all year long. Contact us today to get started with your landscape design.
When the weather starts to turn cold, spending time outdoors might be the furthest thing from your mind. But fall is actually a great time to start planning a landscaping project. Here’s why:
How did you enjoy your yard or landscaping this past spring and summer? Did you wish it had more shade, more color or more spaces to entertain? Maybe you noticed your deck was showing its age or some of your shrubs or trees were looking more and more overgrown.
Maybe you’re wanting to extend the season outdoors and wishing you had a fire pit or the exterior lighting to make your yard more welcoming on chilly nights.
With these ideas fresh in your mind, take the time now to write them down. They will help your landscape designer create the perfect outdoor setting for you.
Start by thinking about your dream outdoor spaces: Who will use them and when? Would you like to eat outside, entertain friends, grill or prepare meals or gather people around a fire? Or maybe you want to start or expand your garden space. Maybe it’s time to spruce up your home’s curb appeal. How much yard work do you like to do? Is it time for an exterior lighting plan to add interest and safety to your landscaping? Take the time to consider all these factors as you envision your new space.
Now’s the time to rough out a budget for your landscaping project, too. Will you need to finance the project? Talk to a lender about your options now. Unlike interior renovations, it’s easy to tackle a landscape makeover in phases. We’re happy to create your overall plan this fall or winter, then start creating one area at a time.
Like most landscape design companies, our schedules tend to be a bit more open in the fall and winter. Let’s talk about your vision now and start sketching out a plan. We’ll go over your ideas, look at photos that you like and discuss your budget. Then, we’ll visit your home to look at the site and take measurements.
After visiting your site, we’ll draw up a preliminary plan and provide a cost estimate. Over the next few months, you can review and revise the plan until it fits your needs exactly. If your plans include building a deck, pool or other structure, we can arrange meetings with contractors so they are on board and prepared.
Another advantage to jumping on your landscape design now is that everything will be ready to go when good weather comes around. In the spring, we can start removing any unwanted plant life or existing structures. Then, we’ll do preliminary site grading to get ready for hardscaping like patios, walkways or walls. Once those are in place, we’ll be ready to bring in your plants and you can start enjoying your beautiful new landscape.
Are you thinking of a landscape facelift or complete makeover? We’d love to hear about your ideas. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation.
