The rugged grass of the north
The native common rush forms stout tussocks in damp sunny locations throughout much of North America. An attractive plant seldom used in the garden…
Artful agriculture #1
People commonly think that vegetable gardening requires a lot of work for a meager bounty and that such gardens inherently look messy. That needn’t be the case! One way to create a high yield in small spaces that is diverse is by planting a polyculture cover crop…
New Years? Bring out the “Wine Cups”
Wow, what a frigid start to the new year! As an antidote to the weather I have chosen a particularly cheerful Plant of the Week…
HGTV: From the Pros to Your Home: 5 Ways to Enliven Your Yard for Winter
Colder, darker days may be an inevitable part of the winter months, but they don’t have to diminish the beauty of your backyard. With the right features in place, you can ensure that your outdoor space remains green, warm and welcoming, even in the throes of winter weather.
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Winter is a four-letter-word?
A long time ago I once met someone who, assuming “winter” to a landscaper is akin to drought to a fisherman or summer to a downhill skier, asked me “what is it that you landscapers DO in the winter??”
MNLA announces 2017 awards…and we’ve secured two of them!
December is always an exciting time for us here at Mom’s; not only are we busy wrapping up another successful season, sending our Christmas elves out to decorate our clients’ homes, and just engaged in general cheer sprinkling, we are also anxiously awaiting award announcements from the MNLA (Minnesota Nursery and Landscape Association for all the non-nerdy-landscapers among you).
This year did not disappoint! Presenting…(drumroll please)…
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Colonnade Series Apples
This striking series of apples brings the bounty of the orchard into small spaces.
Turf Magazine: Minnesota Lakefront Resort
Jim Sweeney, founder of Mom’s Landscaping & Design, has no clear recollection of why his company was originally contacted for what grew to become a massive hardscape/landscape project on the shores of Lake Minnetonka.
Star Tribune: A Fantasy Setting for Outdoor Fun
The Moultons built their house more than 10 years ago, with the intention of landscaping the 3-plus-acre site later. After living in the home for several years, they began enhancing their yard in stages, a process that took several more years to complete. To create their outdoor paradise, they turned to Mom’s and BellaWood Builders, its remodeling division. “They had a blank slate to work with,” Grossmann said of the Moultons’ site.
Midwest Home: Luxury in the Twin Cities
When Peter Taunton purchased a large lakeside lot in Minnetrista a few years ago, he knew he had a showcase property on his hands. Palmer Pointe occupies a busy corner of Lake Minnetonka, and the steep rise of the land makes it even more visible to passing boaters. Taunton, the founder and CEO of Snap Fitness, hired Eskuche Design and Denali Custom Homes of Wayzata, to build a stone-clad house at the top of the knoll, with a commanding view and an impressive aspect.
