Thrive Landscape Design

Happy first day of winter! Happy because that means there are only 89 more days until spring! Let that be your friendly reminder to call that contractor, book your design consult or order your materials for your spring projects.

Planning your yard in the winter feels weird. However, not being able to get your yard done in summer because you didn't plan early enough feels sad.

This holiday tradition is one that can't be stopped by a pandemic. Grab your bubble and go for a cruise to help get you in a festive mood. Have a safe weekend everyone!

One more local greenhouse to make a stop at this December! Gift cards available from Sherwood Greenhouse & Gardencentre Ltd along with some winter greenery or classes to make your own. #yqrlocal

Making sure the yard has a cohesive look is the best part about getting a design. This doesn't mean all the work has to be done at once but at least you know when it gets finished it will look like it was!

It's a full moon tonight, watch out for those werewolves!

Xeriscaping is the process of landscaping or gardening that reduces or eliminates the need for supplemental water from irrigation. For this yard the use of mulch keeps the soil cool and the dry river bed helps to break up the area with some visual interest. Pretty AND sustainable! #ThriveTips #gardeningtips

I always say to plan your yard for all four seasons and what could better for a winter retreat than a sauna? Planning for your sauna is similar to placing a hot tub. You want a path that you can shovel through the winter and ensure you have easy access to it from the house.

Are you all about the spooky or do you like soft, pretty decor for October? You don't have to love Halloween to decorate the yard in fall. Using pumpkins, hay bales, and other decor peices will get you in the spirit of the season too!

There are only two outdoor markets left this year so get there while there is still delicious local produce to be found! #ThriveTips #yqr

When designing a yard it is important to think about all four seasons. That means thinking beyond looks and considering how it will function too. In front yards it is important to avoid planting shrubs along your driveway so that you have room for snow to be piled there in the winter. #ThriveTips #landscapetips

In ground, above ground or hot tub. No matter what type of pool or spa you are putting in it is important to think about the transitions from each space and how to access or place equipment. Those pool days will be back soon enough!

If you don't mulch your leaves and use them in your flower beds or garden you still have a couple of weeks left to take them to the yard waste depot. https://www.regina.ca//r/food-yard-waste/yard-waste-depot/

Happy Thanksgiving! Hopefully you get to spend some time in the places or with the people you are thankful for today.

Your to do lists aren't done yet are they? Here is a new list for the long weekend just in case you missed a few things! #ThriveTips #fallgardentip

A fresh set of eyes can see the potential in your yard that you might overlook. A design can be your masterplan or your concept to work off of and use as inspiration. However you put it to use it will be your insurance plan to know where to begin and ultimately how it will look!

Lighting comes in all shapes and sizes with fixtures to suit any yard or style. Knowing the effect you want in the yard will dictate what lights to use to create the ambience you are looking for!

It's fun to see a design of mine come to life but this one is a different beast! Get your golf on at Cedar Creek Gardens for the rest of the month and enjoy this great play area in Regina's backyard. #yqr #thrivetips