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Bringing Butterflies to the Garden. April 3, 2015. The video above (produced by Chap Fowler of Fig Jam Studios) documents a butterfly conservatory in Costa Rica that I was lucky enough to spend a month working at this winter and where I learned more than I ever expected … Continue reading →. Comments Off on Bringing Butterflies to the Garden. March 24, 2015. Comments Off on Early Spring Color. June 17, 2013. Comments Off on Landscapes for Life. April 8, 2012. Thankfully, for both home owners and the plan...
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We offer full service landscape design and installation. Our process includes several stages to assure that you are happy with the final results of the project. We are committed to continuous communication throughout the process so that there are never any surprises and you have the chance to evaluate the project as it evolves. 1 Initial Consultation and Interview:. 2 Estimate and Project Scheduling:. 4 Design and Feedback:. Based on your input and the site assessment, we will develop a garden design sch...
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Landscapes for Life -
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Early Spring Color →. June 17, 2013. At the heart of sustainability in the garden are the 5 core elements above: soils, water, plants, materials, and human health/well being. By addressing each of these categories we can create landscapes that work with nature to protect and restore natural ecosystems and the human benefits that they provide. Human health and well-being:. For more information on sustainable home landscapes see the Landscapes for Life website: http:/ landscapeforlife.org/.
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Fill out the form below to receive a free estimate. Please include a description of the work that you’d like done and attach photos as you deem necessary. We’ll do our best to provide rates, though, depending on the type of work, we may need to contact you for additional information or to meet onsite. Send me a copy. 607542.9016 jeremy@terrasanalandscaping.com. Proudly powered by WordPress.
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Plant Selection -
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Gardens for Wildlife →. January 30, 2012. We make plant selections based on several factors including a comprehensive site assessment, diversity, design harmony, ecosystem services, pest resistance, availability, and client preferences. Good design comes from the consideration of many factors in order to make the best possible selections. This entry was posted in Uncategorized. Gardens for Wildlife →. 607542.9016 jeremy@terrasanalandscaping.com. Proudly powered by WordPress.
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Landscape Maintenance -
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We offer garden maintenance for trees, shrubs, perennials, and annuals including renewal pruning and shaping of shrubs. We do not offer lawn maintenance services though we will consult on sustainable methods for lawn maintenance or lawn alternatives. Maintenance services may be on a seasonal basis (spring, summer, fall) or on a weekly or biweekly basis for gardens needing more frequent care. Call (716)712-4996, (607)542-9016 or email jeremy@terrasanagardens.com to schedule an appointment.
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Low Maintenance Gardens -
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Landscapes for Life →. April 8, 2012. 1) Extensive use of low-maintenance shrubs that are selected to fit the site conditions:. Many shrubs require very little maintenance throughout the year and, if they are selected wisely, will thrive for many years in a garden. 2) Add a healthy layer of mulch:. 3) Reduce or eliminate lawns or use low-mow lawn types:. 4) Reducing or eliminating fertilizer use:. Fertilizers are highly overused in the garden and this promotes the growth of weeds as well as leading to fe...
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Native Plant Gardens -
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Plant Selection →. January 25, 2012. Using native plants in your garden is a wonderful way to support the natural diversity of our regional biome. Native plants offer a range of benefits including:. Promoting healthy food webs by supplying plant foods that co-evolved with the local wildlife. Supplying nourishment to host specific pollinators. Avoiding the introduction of potentially invasive plants. Native plants are well-adapted to the regional climate. This entry was posted in Uncategorized.
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Rain Gardens -
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Food Gardens →. January 4, 2012. A rain garden is a planted area that is sunken several inches into the ground in order to retain stormwater flowing off paved areas, slopes, or building roofs. They are beneficial in several ways such as:. Helping protect streams and lakes from pollutants carried by urban stormwater such as lawn fertilizers and pesticides, oil leaking from cars, and other pollutants that wash off roofs and paved areas. Helping protect communities from flooding and drainage problems.