“You know me, I think there ought to be a big old tree right there. And let’s give him a friend. Everybody needs a friend.” ― Bob Ross There is something about trees that speaks to people in a very fundamental way. Planting a tree is a long-term commitment and that captures the imagination. Trees’ […]
Reasons we love trees
“The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago, the next best time is today.” – Chinese proverb The benefits of trees are many: health, cost savings, increased property values, the well-being of mankind, to name a few. Trees are one of the first things to appear in little kids’ drawings, evoke a […]
Reflecting
We all know how good being in nature can make us feel. We have known it for millennia. The sounds… the scent of the trees, the sunlight playing through the leaves, the fresh, clean air – these things give us a sense of comfort. They ease our stress and worry, help us to relax and […]
The Healing Power of Your Own Landscape
In every walk with nature, one receives far more than he seeks. – John Muir The landscape and gardens surrounding our homes can create a sense of wonder and be a daily celebration of nature. Our landscapes and gardens are also incredible healers for what ails us. You want to be in your landscape and […]
Landscape Trends for 2020
Some good news for the near future comes from Outdoor Craftsmen, who are keeping us abreast of landscape and gardening trends for this coming growing season. Outdoor Craftsmen is open for business and continues to spread their landscape magic throughout the properties of homeowners despite the coronavirus. For questions about the specifics of how we […]
A Message For You About Our COVID-19 Awareness
Outdoor Craftsmen is prepared and in a good position to handle the impacts of the recent COVID-19 virus. This is a constantly evolving situation, so please call or office or contact your maintenance account manager or lead designer if you have any specific questions. Although you will receive the same high-quality customer service and results […]