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31 08, 2010

A Noteworthy, Nearby Garden Gem: The Merrick Rose Garden

By |2018-02-19T16:01:30-06:00August 31st, 2010|General News|0 Comments

Tucked in a residential neighborhood in Evanston at Lake Street and Oak Avenue, one block east of Ridge Avenue, is a beautiful and fragrant oasis called the Merrick Rose Garden. This public garden is a popular location for small weddings and special occasions, as well as for wedding photographs. Fees charged help defray the cost [...]

13 08, 2010

How Green Are We?

By |2018-02-19T16:01:30-06:00August 13th, 2010|General News|0 Comments

Playing Our Part in Sustaining Our Environment The landscaping industry has long been known as the “green” industry, even before environmental issues were brought to the forefront.  But like most industries, truly being an environmentally friendly company requires a commitment by our company, our employees and the companies we partner with. We are proud to [...]

13 08, 2010

Case Study: Making the Grade

By |2018-02-19T16:01:30-06:00August 13th, 2010|Case Studies, Natural Stone, Outdoor Living, Outdoor settings, Paving and Hardscaping|0 Comments

The existing patio was crumbling and framed with old, unsightly shrubs. Our clients’ magnificent home, built in 1903 for Gordon L. Pirie and Samuel Carson (of Carson, Pirie & Scott), is built on a steep slope from the front of the house to the back alley. A two-story, four bedroom coachhouse was located [...]

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