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Why More Lancaster County Homeowners Are Adding Water Features to Their Backyards
By Eshelman Mill Gardens & Landscapes Inc. |
If you’ve spent any time outside this spring, you already know that something shifts when the weather turns. We look at our backyards differently and begin to imagine the possibilities. It’s during this time that our team often hears: “I’d love a water feature.” In fact, water features are on the rise in Lancaster County…
Read More Dry-Lay Patios & Walkways: Choosing the Right Material for Your Outdoor Space in Central Pennsylvania
By Eshelman Mill Gardens & Landscapes Inc. |
Thinking about a new patio or walkway? One of the first choices you’ll make is whether to go with a dry-lay or a mortared surface. In Pennsylvania, where we deal with freeze–thaw cycles, heavy spring rains, and shifting soils, dry-lay systems are often a smart, long-lasting option for many homes. What Is a Dry-Lay Patio?…
Read More Landscape Design, Maintenance & Outdoor Living FAQs in Lancaster, PA
By Eshelman Mill Gardens & Landscapes Inc. |
Expert answers to common questions about planning, building, and caring for outdoor spaces
Read More Why Winter Is the Best Time to Start Planning Your Spring Landscape Project
By Eshelman Mill Gardens & Landscapes Inc. |
A Q&A with Landscape Designer, Lauren Engle When the weather turns cold, many homeowners assume outdoor projects should wait until spring. But in the world of landscape design, winter is actually the smartest time to begin planning. From design development to securing permits, starting now sets your project up for a smoother, faster, and more…
Read More From Fall Planting to Spring Showcase: Bulb Tips for Central PA Gardens
By Eshelman Mill Gardens & Landscapes Inc. |
There’s a special kind of anticipation that comes with fall planting. You tuck bulbs into the soil when the days are getting shorter and the air turns crisp, trusting that months from now, they’ll deliver the first signs of spring. And when they do, it feels like your garden is putting on a show just…
Read More Plant Now, Thrive Later: Why Fall Is the BEST Time to Install Trees & Shrubs in Pennsylvania
By Eshelman Mill Gardens & Landscapes Inc. |
When most people think about planting trees and shrubs, they picture springtime—the season of fresh beginnings and new growth. But for seasoned landscape professionals, we know fall is, in fact, the best time to start planting. Wondering why? Read on to learn why fall is the smart and strategic time to get new trees and…
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