by Ninja Lawns | Aug 18, 2015 | Autumn, Bedding Plants, Foundation Plants, Springtime, Summer, Winter
We love incorporating juniper into our landscape designs, and so do many of our clients and friends! Here are a few reasons why: #1 – Juniper is not only great for a spreading, carpet effect, but it also is one of our top choices for erosion control. When...
by Ninja Lawns | Aug 7, 2015 | Autumn, Foundation Plants, Springtime, Summer
When I lived in Michigan, before I married my wonderful hubby, I would look out the back window of the building where I worked and gaze upon these LOVELY trees that were ALWAYS gorgeous. In summer, they were light, spring green and so cheerful. In fall, they flamed...
by Ninja Lawns | Aug 4, 2015 | Autumn, Foundation Plants
Japanese Maples come in so many varieties, and some are even able to be grown in containers! We love these trees because their rich leaves are so fresh and pretty in the spring and summer, and harvest time just brings out the entire spectrum of reds, oranges, and...
by Ninja Lawns | Jul 3, 2015 | Autumn, Gardening, Springtime, Summer
Gerbera daisies are a favorite for professional florists and homeowners alike. They bloom in a variety of colors, including red, orange, yellow, green, pink, and white. Gerberas are tender perennials in zones 10 &11, although they are annuals in zones 9 and...
by Ninja Lawns | Jun 19, 2015 | Autumn, Bedding Plants, Foundation Plants, Gardening, Hedges, Landscaping, Springtime, Summer, Winter
Gardenias are certainly not a stranger to most of you, being well-loved for their characteristic pungent white blooms, as well as glossy green foliage that stays beautiful all year long. Gardenias are shade-loving plants, but they are also just as productive when...
by Ninja Lawns | Jun 16, 2015 | Autumn, Gardening, Springtime
Did you know that strawberries love to be grown in containers? And did you know that these hardy little plants can actually be used as cascaders over retaining walls and ledges? It’s true! To learn much, much more about the inner workings of the mighty...