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How To Water Grass
With the summer heat on its way, we have to be confident in how we care for our lawns. Watering lawns is essential for maintaining the health and appearance of the grass.
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How To Water Grass
With the summer heat on its way, we have to be confident in how we care for our lawns. Watering lawns is essential for maintaining the health and appearance of the grass.
Start Planning Your Swimming Pools, Hot Tubs, and Spas Now
For many of us, spending more time at home this season meant investing time and resources into our yards. But were you able to see all your landscaping dreams realized? Adding a swimming pool, spa, or hot tub, is the ultimate way to create a backyard oasis that not only provides a long season of […]
Landscape Edging Ideas to Make Your Garden Pop
Choosing the perfect edging for your garden is similar to finding the perfect frame for a beautiful painting – it just gives it the right finishing touch. In a landscape, edging plants can also work to unify spaces, create a cohesive theme, and make the total landscape feel woven together. Whether you want a formal […]
Landscaping Ideas for Creating Extra Privacy in Your Yard This Summer
It’s officially summer, and all of us have been enjoying our yards more as the days are longer and the evenings are mild. No matter if you use your yard more in the daytime, or you head out at night, one thing everyone wants in their landscape is a little more privacy from nosey neighbors. […]
Inspiration: Garden Serenity
As I drive throughout Northern Virginia, I’m inspired by all the homeowners investing time and resources in making their gardens more beautiful this spring. Of course, this is partially a product of all of us spending more time at home, yet I see people truly enjoying their yards in all-new ways. We’ve had enough rain […]
Essentials for a Welcoming Front Porch
We are taught how important first impressions are, and that’s exactly the role of your front yard and entryway. Leaving the bigger conversation of curb appeal aside, a welcoming front porch is your first chance to tell guests, “Come in, we’re glad you’re here.” Thankfully, there are many things you can do to create a […]
Neem Oil: Natural Insecticide, Fungicide, Bactericide
We all have such idealistic, almost romantic visions of our garden and landscapes as a whole. We imagine we will plant the perfectly designed plantings, and they will flourish year after year with barely any maintenance – maybe trim the roses for our dinner table. Easy-peasy. Of course, in truth, the aphids are out of […]
Grow a Softer Solution for Screening
Looking for a little extra privacy in your backyard? Privacy fences can handle some jobs, but they aren’t always the softest option for creating a screen. Luckily there are lots of options available even if you have a small space or are at the mercy of shade. Here are some of our ideas for screening […]
Project Spotlight: Stuart Mill
The Stuart Mill Project Video This week we are shining the spotlight on our Stuart Mill project. It’s wonderful to have such a gorgeous home for inspiration when designing an outdoor space. The stunning architecture of this Virginia home gave us the cues to design an outdoor kitchen and gathering space that looks like it […]
Best of Houzz Award for EBLA!
Ed Ball Landscape Architecture is thrilled to share that we have won a “Best Of Houzz” award for Design on Houzz®, the leading platform for home renovation and design. The Annual People’s Choice Award from the Houzz Community Highlights Home Remodeling and Design Professionals with Most Popular Designs and Top Ratings. Our landscape architecture firm […]
Fire Pit vs. Fireplace: Which Should You Choose?
Right now it’s easy to imagine huddling around a fire as outside temps in our region regularly dip below freezing. Yet even in the summer months, the warmth and ambiance of a fire is a welcome gathering spot in any yard. If you’ve ever dreamed of adding a fire feature to your backyard but aren’t […]