We feel incredibly fortunate when clients trust us to transform their private outdoor spaces—places where memories with family and friends will blossom. These clients, originally from New York, wanted to infuse their yard with a classic New England charm through timeless brickwork. The design needed to balance functionality with atmosphere: a dining area for hosting, a cozy fire pit for gathering, and meandering pathways to encourage exploration—all while softening the property’s original linear layout. The talented Dillan of Brick by Brick YXE brought warmth to the space with Unilock’s Town Hall Pavers in Old Oak, while Travis from Lost River Timber expertly reshaped the terrain. The crowning touch? Brandon of Black Crow Carpentry crafted a stunning custom deck that seamlessly connects the home to this inviting new retreat.

This project holds deep meaning for us—when longtime clients asked us to landscape a section of their community cemetery, we approached it with heartfelt care. We selected mature B&B trees from Lakeshore Tree Farm (including Spring Snow Crabapples and Ming Cherries for their breathtaking blooms) and paired them with low-maintenance evergreens, ornamental grasses, and my beloved Catmint for summer-long color. Every plant—from the bird-friendly Baby Blue Spruce to the continuous-blooming Hazel Dean Roses—came from Nancy Martin at Dieter Martin Greenhouse, whose quality and wisdom I’ve trusted for years. This serene space will honor families for generations, and we can’t wait to see it bloom this spring.

Dreaming of a yard that blends beauty and function? We specialize in bringing visions to life—just like this project where Dillan Diederichs crafted a stunning patio perfect for entertaining, cozy fires, and kids’ play space. As the plants mature, lush textures will soften the hardscape, proving even compact yards can become magical retreats. Let’s transform your outdoor space into a personalized oasis you’ll love for years to come!

Can you tell I love Catmint and Tufted Hair Grass? After years of maintaining these clients' shrubs, I was thrilled to redesign their front beds using native plants I'd been saving for the perfect project – Wild Prairie Onion, grasses (was it Prairie Dropseed or Tufted Hair?), and bold Hydrangeas now soften the porch beautifully. The beds have exploded with color, texture, and buzzing pollinators all summer! It's been so rewarding to watch this Saskatoon garden thrive and to continue caring for such a vibrant space.

Shady gardens are a designer’s delight, and this spruce-canopied retreat was pure inspiration! We layered Hostas, Creeping Jenny, and Glow Girl Spirea for luminous color, paired with river stones and fir mulch for texture. The result? A cool, enchanting oasis (and a fantastic new client connection) that even left me dreaming of my own shady getaway!