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Landscaping Feature Writer: Georgene A. Bramlage

Learn to identify residential landscape interests and priorities, create a landscape design and pick up current and practical gardening tips.

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Feature Writer Articles in Landscaping

Best New Books for Gardeners and Landscapers
Up-to-date horticulture books make practical and last minute gifts for gardeners and landscape gardeners. Buying is as close as an internet connection and credit card.
Birches (Betula spp.) – Landscape Trends
Unique bark coloration and texture, graceful growth forms, and attractive foliage make birches desirable landscape ornamentals. Birches highlight landscapes worldwide.
Correct Spacing for Landscape Trees and Shrubs
Planting trees and shrubs too close to each other and to structures is a common landscaping mistake. Here are suitable planting distances for 25 familiar species.
How to Research and Plan Safe Comfortable Steps
Safe comfortable steps are tough DIY projects. They are labor-intensive and time-consuming undertakings.Good measuring and planning lead to impressive finished projects.
Dr. Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden
The Dr. Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden (Springfield, MA), a tribute to Theodor Seuss Geisel, features interpretations of his well-known and loved characters.


Contributing Articles in Landscaping

Gazing Globes for Garden Reflection, Accent
Gazing balls are enjoying a renaissance of use as landscape decorations. These strategically placed orbs bring drama to flower gardens, sitting areas, yards and walkways.
Evergreen Tree at Christmas – How to Care for It
The use of evergreens as Christmas trees has long been part of the culture of the celebration of Christmas. Buying one signals the start of the festive holiday season.
Choosing the Best Christmas Tree
There are many varieties of evergreen trees typically used as Christmas trees. Selecting the one that fits the space of the home can be done by learning their styles.
Add Color and Interest to Your Winter Garden
There are steps you can take all year round to ensure that your garden will still provide color and interest during the long, dreary winter months.
Make Your Garden Rock
Rocks are an important part of landscaping. They are both beautiful and functional, and can be used to edge garden beds and paths, create a rockery or as a lawn feature.