Do I Need an Irrigation System in Atlanta?
Do I really need irrigation? That is a common question that both David and I hear when we present a budget. Our answer is always categorical. “Need” is a strong word, but there are many benefits for an irrigation system in Atlanta and there are some scenarios that we may say that you do not “need” it. Homeowners are […]
English Garden vs French Garden in Hotlanta?
I have a plan to become a billionaire. I will put a dollar in my bank account for every time I heard “can I have English style garden”. I will also deposit another garden for when I am asked for French gardens, Italian cypresses, and lavender. I cannot count how many times I have been requested for […]
Will Plants Recover From a Freeze?
Plants after the rollercoaster winter: The good, the bad, the ugly. Rollercoaster winter? Yes, that is right! This past winter had it all weather wise. December started good and typical, but then temperatures decided to turn Atlanta into Alaska for a few days. We experienced frost biting temperatures not seen in more than 20 years in Georgia. Followed by […]
Welcome to Designed Landscapes
First things first. This is our first article for our blog. So welcome to Designed Landscapes and to our website dedicated to the beauty, functionality, and elegance of landscape design in Atlanta, USA. We aim to showcase our work as well as educate our readers on how to create stunning gardens into an urban environment […]