by admin | Apr 15, 2023 | Uncategorized
Here in Chicago, we’re ready for the warm weather and luckily, there’s a light at the end of the tunnel! The countdown is almost over and it’s time to get out into the garden and onto our lawns again. But, you might need some color in your life before your perennials...
by American Gardens | Jan 17, 2023 | Blogs & Articles, Uncategorized
Temperatures have consistently been below freezing and periodic snowstorms are spinning through the area. Ladies and Gentlemen, we are in the heart of winter! Looking out your window, you may be wondering how all this cold weather and heavy snow cover could be good...
by American Gardens | Feb 22, 2022 | Blogs & Articles, Uncategorized
Was there was a heavy rainstorm that resulted in standing water on your property and now you are looking for some creative drainage options? Spring rains bring a flood (see what I did there) of calls into the office seeking help to mitigate standing water. Whether...
by American Gardens | Jan 7, 2022 | Blogs & Articles, Uncategorized
Short answer is, “Yes, rock salt is safe for pavers.” Winter is inevitable and with the winter season comes heavy snow and ice. While your paver walkway looks great during the summer months, how will it hold up over the course of the winter? Concrete pavers are...
by American Gardens | Nov 12, 2021 | Blogs & Articles, Uncategorized
7 Colorful Fall Shrubs Now that summer blooms have faded, the focus of our landscapes shift from bright, abundant blossoms to colorful fall foliage. Famed French philosopher Albert Camus once said, “Autumn is a second spring, when every leaf is a flower.” So,...
by admin | Mar 10, 2021 | Blogs & Articles, Uncategorized
Learning To Safely Prune Hydrangeas: This is one of the most common conversation points we encounter when walking properties with homeowners. When people are looking to update their landscape, they typically want a low-maintenance landscape that requires minimal...
