Author: Northern Virginia Landscaping

Warm weather calls for nature’s most exquisite hues—energetic yellows to distinct whites—to enliven your garden. As many plants are only available during specific windows of the year, you must take advantage of the spring and summer’s seasonal stars with their

Natural landscapes are captivating to nearly all people. What brings you to the outdoors? Perhaps being emersed in the beauty of the natural world provides us with a sense of wonder as we perceive the power of the landscape. Large

It’s what everyone imagines: a perfectly manicured lawn with lush green grass and not a weed in sight. Yet despite the allure of clean-cut grass, homeowners should also consider alternative  options. Meadows, pollinator gardens, native forests, or alternative groundcovers can

When designing a landscape or starting a garden, Northern Virginia homeowners are often quick to forgo native plant species in favor of non-native exotics. Some non-native plants may look stunning, but their value usually ends there. Native plants, however, provide

Seeking refuge from the hustle and bustle of modern life? Would you prefer to hear bees buzz and birds sing instead of your cell phone’s chime? You can enjoy a natural retreat on your property with the help of Northern

The urban sprawl that comprises Northern Virginia residential areas are often planned with lawns and landscape ornamental plants from outside the eastern U.S. Although these plants with non-native origins may provide privacy and aesthetic appeal for the current generation, there