Landscape Lighting Trends Of 2016

There is a lot of room to be creative when it comes to lighting in your front and backyard. Outdoor lighting trends today allow you to incorporate modern aesthetics and a decorative touch, while also keeping the environment in mind.

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8 Fast Ways to Make a Patio Pop

If you’re a homeowner with a patio, then odds are you want to make the most of that space. Patios are great spaces for family and friends to gather. They can be great for big family meals or entertaining guests. When it comes time to utilize the patio again, most people start looking into new…

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The Benefits Of A Stone Wall

Stone walls are a beautiful addition to outdoor landscaping. From enhancing your curb appeal to improving your backyard entertainment area, stone wall design ideas are easy to find and include in your design plan. Some things to consider when adding a stone feature include the types of walls that are popular in your residential area,…

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5 Creative Planters To Use In Your Garden

Here at Creative Contour, I love to find unique ways to reuse and upcycle. Luckily there are plenty of ways to reuse old items around your house right in your garden. Anything that can hold soil can act as a plant container, but here’s a list of some of my favorite containers:

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Invite Feathered Friends To Your Garden With Nesting Helpers

Like us, the birds and the bees love a healthy garden. Birds, in particular, will flock to gardens plum full of native plants and bushes. However, if your garden is missing out on the bird action, there are some ways you can easily start to attract some feathered friends. My newest garden accessory obsession this…

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Clients Reviews

If you have been or are a client of ours, please follow this link and leave a review for Creative Contour. It is greatly appreciated.  Happy Spring

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Cool Plant Pic of the week

CLIMBING INDIAN SPINACH VINE A client of mine introduced me last fall to her climbing edible spinach vine that is thicker then regular spinach leaves. As we sat in her beautiful backyard next to her water feature we ate off the plant while chatting. It was a time I will never forget.

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New Plant Pick of the WEEK

STRAWBERRY ‘WONDERFUL PINEBERRY™’ WONDERFUL PINEBERRY™ STRAWBERRY COLOR: White Shades HEIGHT: 8-12 in SPREAD: 10-18 in ZONE: 4-8 What is my zone? White Berries with Red seeds Tropical flavor reminiscent of Pineapple Everbearing Harvest from Late Spring till Frost Self Pollinating

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Are you in the market to sell your home?

5 Ways Your Yard May Be Scaring Off Potential Homebuyers Your yard looks unkempt. It’s important to keep in mind that your yard translates into what the real estate industry calls “curb appeal.” You want potential buyers to like what they see on the outside of the home so they’re drawn inside. You may not have…

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