We’ve used some good disposal companies over the years  – WasteAway and MiniBins, to name two – but I’d like to say that Mini-Load is first-rate.  They are very quick to pick up and deliver, which is the main thing you want in a bin company.  Give them a call:  604.431.7701.

Last year I had planted a handful of sunflower seeds in the neighbouring traffic circle.  This year I didn’t do as much with the circle, and there was a corresponding lack of sunflower seeds planted.  But I was surprised yesterday to remove a few spent Rose Campion plants and find two marvelous dark red sunflowers just beginning to bloom!  A late-summer treat, unexpected but certainly welcomed…

I’ve fallen in love with metal!  We’ve used it recently, in combination with cedar, on two screen-and-arbor projects:  copper, fabricated to wrap around a post or beam.  It looks great.  I’ll dig out the pictures for you soon.  MD

There are several different types of garden walls, in many shapes and sizes. Retaining walls are popular landscape design ideas that add both beauty and value to your property. This type of garden wall is often used to alter the appearance of hills and grades or may be built near the edge of the yard for extreme curb appeal.

Before adding any type of garden wall to your landscape design, consider the building materials, drainage, and the size and purpose of the wall.

Building these kinds of walls should left to the experts. We would be happy to provide you with recommendations of landscape architects, contractors and garden designers who can assist you in garden wall design and construction, as well as guidelines for planning a solid and beautiful retaining wall.

Designing and building a proper retaining wall is no easy task and requires the help of an experienced landscape architect and contractor. Fill out our contact form to schedule a complementary consultation with one of our landscape professionals.