I have always had a deep interest in sustainable and eco friendly construction and landscaping methods and techniques. At Natural Landscape Group we take pride in our Eco friendly work and we are always looking to educate people on how they can be more environmentally conscious in terms of their gardens and outdoor spaces. Here … Continue reading ECO Landscaping in 2022
Eyes in the back of my head – by Dave Maciulis “I have eyes in the back of my head!” I don’t believe that there is a single parent alive that has never used this phrase! As a child growing up in Dundas , every time I was caught doing something that I shouldn’t be … Continue reading Eyes in the back of my head
Recently I have been thinking about relationships. Relationships in the context of my work. Like what kind of cheese I will have with my wine? The longer I sat and thought about this whole idea, halfway through the bottle, the more similarities I discovered that there were between my marriage, and the relationships that I … Continue reading Relationships and Red Wine – by Dave Maciulis
If you want to enhance your outdoor space, adding a water feature to your pool is a great start. Ontario offers some of the most stunning natural views in the country. You may not be able to put them all in your backyard, but you can certainly capture some of that beauty in your pool … Continue reading 5 Water Features to Enhance Your Backyard Pool
Outdoor entertaining changed forever with the outdoor kitchen. This space has become wildly popular over the last few years and clever designers keep adding new features and styles that can make it an even more functional and beautiful space. We’ve been impressed with the outdoor kitchen trends we’ve seen making waves in 2021 and we’d … Continue reading Must-Have Outdoor Kitchen Trends for 2021
Any event, from a wedding to a baby shower, is an opportunity for pictures. Holding a nice event in your backyard is a great way to get privacy, convenience, and to save money. But is your yard’s landscaping photoshoot or event-worthy? You can make your landscape look like it’s actually part of a professional event … Continue reading Landscaping Your Yard for Photoshoots and Events
Why use wood in your landscape? If you’re looking for a way to enhance the natural, rustic, or charming atmosphere in your yard, then wood is an excellent choice. Where landscaping bricks or interlocking can feel manicured, wood is always natural and blends well with any plant life you like. Plus, as a durable material, … Continue reading Enhance Your Landscaping with Wood Features
Not all homeowners realize that many of the projects they might want to complete in their landscaping require a permit. Whether you’re doing the project yourself or having a professional complete it, it is important to know whether you need a permit and to get one, or you could face some unpleasant consequences. Why Do … Continue reading You Can’t Create a Backyard Oasis Unless You Have a Landscaping Permit
Why not choose an outdoor fire feature that you can use year-round? Summer evenings are made better with some roasted marshmallows, of course. And, if your fireplace is warm enough you can use it during winter evenings too. How do you choose the right fire feature, and adjust it for winter use? Here are the … Continue reading The Best Outdoor Fire Features for Year-Round Use
Most people love the idea of a water feature, with the sounds, calming refreshment, and the koi, birds, or other animals the water can house or attract. However, many people hesitate to install water features because they often come with a great deal of maintenance. That doesn’t have to be the case, though. We can … Continue reading Low Maintenance Water Features
