Pruning and shearing: Understanding the difference To the layperson, “pruning” can be regarded as a generic term for cutting back trees and shrubs, often interchangeable with “shearing” or “trimming.” But when the time comes to change the shape or size of overgrown trees and shrubs, it’s critical to understand the differences. For [...]
Planting trees like a pro A tree can go a long way in lending curb appeal to a residential landscape and therefore it is an excellent investment in the value of one’s home. Unless time and patience are of no consequence, most homeowners and landscapers will prefer to purchase a young tree [...]
Zeroing in on the right tree for your landscape The most thorough way to select a tree, or almost any plant for that matter, is to start with the widest range of options available and, through the process of elimination, narrow down the field until just a few “best fit” choices remain. [...]
Making a boulder statement – stone products for awe-inspiring landscapes Hardscaping Contractor-sbevolutionlandscape Ever changing by the seasons, gardens are a living and evolving scene. One element in the landscape, however, offers a feeling of permanence without detracting from the natural setting. Boulders and stone material can lend drama or complement the softness of [...]
Soil types in Santa Barbara Soil types in Santa Barbara While the average gardener might direct their efforts toward selecting plants that will look best in their garden and complement the architecture of their home, it is often a myriad of other factors that determine a plant’s true success. From sun exposure to [...]
Landscaping for wildfire prevention Brush Clearing in Santa Barbara Drought conditions in the Santa Barbara region make wildfire prevention a true concern for property owners, especially for communities at the base of the Santa Ynez Mountains that experience frequent sundowners—high temperature surges created by the release of superheated air. Here buildings and the [...]
Working with a landscape contractor Working with a landscape contractor Hiring professionals for help with maintenance and repairs is a natural part of homeownership, particularly for tasks that are beyond our abilities and skill set. Plumbers can fix leaks and electricians repair outlets. But so often landscaping and gardening are overlooked with the [...]
How to Edge a Garden Bed With Brick Garden Bed With Brick Order the Bricks Installing a landscape border made of bricks is an easy low cost way to dress up a garden bed and separate it from the lawn. The project is best down with clay pavers—sometimes called severe weather bricks for their [...]
Kimpton Canary Hotel – Revitalizing a Rooftop in Downtown Santa Barbara Small in scale but nonetheless challenging, SB Evolution was tasked with enhancing the architecture of a downtown hotel from high atop its roof line. Terra cotta pots that complement the clay tiles of the roof add height and detail that is visible from the [...]
Enhancing architecture and building character When envisioning and developing a property’s master plan, we tend to think of landscape walls only when we want to provide security, retain earth, or enclose a space. However, necessity aside, walls themselves are a design element in the landscape—a veritable extension of your home’s architecture and an expression [...]
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