The Pros Are Seeing Green This Spring 🍀

February was a short month that packed a big punch. If the luck of the Irish stays with us through March, boy are we ready!

The beginning of February took us to Des Moines, Iowa for the Grow! Conference for landscape professionals. This is a favorite trip of ours each year, where we attend breakout sessions to learn more about the latest and greatest trends and best practices in the green industry.

We also had a great time at the spring Suburban Home and Outdoor Show, where our team constructed an impressive booth in 3 short days and we got to meet several homeowners ready to take on their next project. Then, our team made our way up to Muncie for the Ball State College of Architecture and Planning Career Fair to visit with the next generation of Landscape Designers and Architects. We loved hearing about what they've been working on in class and seeing their portfolios filled with beautiful and well-thought-out designs.

Now that we're officially less than a month away from spring, it's time to stay close to home to gear up for the 2024 season. We'll be starting spring clean ups and mulch soon, but first we need to ensure the health of those landscape beds by applying pre-emergent. Call our office ASAP if you still need to get added to spring maintenance routes!

Water drainage, the unattractive issue homeowners don’t want to worry about.

Left unattended, standing water around your home's foundation can lead to severe damage years down the road. While it may not be the prettiest project, proper outdoor drainage saves tons of money in the long run.

Main indicators of drainage issues include mulch washout or turf erosion around the base of the home, as well as pooling water around the foundation during or right after a rain. If you think you've fixed the issue but have old corrugated pipes, consider switching to PVC instead.

Corrugated pipes can be easily damaged, as they are thin and flexible. Water movement inside is limited, since they can trap debris and cause blockages. Corrugated pipes also have poor tolerance to high temperatures and are significantly louder than PVC pipes.

On the other hand, PVC pipes are widely used around residential homes, as well as commercial buildings. They allow water to move through freely (3x faster than corrugated pipes!) without the chance of trapping debris, and they’re extremely durable. PVC pipes are also easy to clean and maintain, which is a must for any homeowner.

Give the Pros a call to get your lawn dried up in no time! And for more water drainage details, take a look at our blog post.

The Pros are excited to introduce a new patio material we’re incorporating: Porcelain!

While more commonly thought of in indoor decor, porcelain has gained traction as a material for your outdoor spaces as well. Like many trends, porcelain has been big in Europe for several years and is now growing in popularity here in the Midwest. With a similar cost to your typical concrete pavers, porcelain may just be the right material for your next renovation.

Porcelain has many benefits, from the way it's produced, to how it's installed, and even the overall maintenance.

Porcelain is extremely dense. When produced, it goes through a process where it is heavily pressed, creating a material that doesn’t absorb water. This prevents porcelain from going through the freeze and thaw process that normal pavers do, making it less susceptible to cracking or chipping.

Since porcelain is much lighter than your average pavers, installation is quicker as well. And with a wide selection of colors and size/shape variations, you’re sure to find porcelain that fits your style.

Schedule an appointment with our Design Team to discuss the options for your next project!

Check out what's happening around Hamilton County this month!

Click the links for more details on each event.

March Events:

March 2 - Melt the Trail 5K at Grand Junction Brewing Co.
March 2 - Taylor Swift Trivia and Paint at Kiln Creations
March 8 - Center Presents: An Evening with Rickie Lee Jones
March 8 - Center Presents: The Irish Tenors
March 8 - Honkey Tonk Takeover at West Fork Whiskey Co.
March 8 - Lights Out! Whys, Wonders, and Wows at Carmel Planetarium
March 9 - Old Hamilton County Jail Investigation/Ghost Hunt
March 14 - Corn to Cocktail at Conner Prairie
March 16 - St. Patrick's Fun on Irish Time at 3UP
March 16 - Shamrock Drop at Grand Junction Plaza
March 17 - St. Paddy's Day Pints and Punchlines with Nickel Plate Express
March 23,24,30 - Easter Express with Nickel Plate Express
March 30 - Clay Terrace Hide & Peep Egg Hunt

Do you know somebody looking to upgrade their outdoor lifestyle? Maybe your friends saw your backyard renovation and are looking to revamp their outdoor oasis? Refer them to us, and we'll reward you for your efforts! Once the referral project is complete, we will send your reward!

Refer a project of $10,000 - $24,999

to receive a $50 gift card.

Refer a project of $25,000 - $34,999

to receive a $100 gift card.

Refer a project of $35,000 - $49,999

to receive a $200 gift card.

Refer a project of $50,000 - $99,999

to receive a $300 gift card.

Refer a project of $100,000 or more

to receive a $500 gift card.

Once the referral project is complete, we will send your reward!