Garden Talk

Garden Talk is our blog to talk about everything gardens. Don’t forget to join our rss feed to stay up to date.

Winter is a good time to check your trees

  With winter upon us, it is a good time to do a little trimming in the garden. During the rainy and windy times of a storm, tree branches can break due to added weight of moisture and heavy winds....

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My New QR code

Check this out, got my own QR code today at: http://qrcode.kaywa.com/                 <img src=”http://qrcode.kaywa.com/img.php?s=5&d=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.shepardandassociates.net%2F” alt=”qrcode”  />

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Ten Ways to Save Water (Series)

                      Water is the lifeblood of all plants, including turfgrass. But many homeowners  aren’t aware that watering their lawns too much can be as damaging as not watering enough....

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Tip: Get ahead of the pack and call a local Designer now.

While you’re inside your warm house reading a book or surfing the web be aware that the winter is a great time to start thinking about your spring garden makeover. During the winter months in Marin and the Bay...

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The 5 elements of Landscape Design

The 5 elements of Landscape Design include: • Color – It is important to use a complementing color scheme                                                                      throughout the yard. Sometimes  Contrast can create some interest and excitement. Outdoor Room • Direction or Line – Linear patterns...

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Welcome to Garden Talk

Garden talk will be an area where I will share tips and advice on gardens. There are so many things to keep in mind, from weather, location, experience, and design. If you are interested in learning more then check...

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