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Contrary to popular belief, you can revitalize your now dying landscaping for the fall. Though the summer blooms and plants may be going into a dormant phase for the colder months, there are several plants and flowers that will make your home look like a picturesque autumn day. Plus, this is the ideal time to […]

Pennsylvania is lucky to have a mixture of all four seasons. But, sometimes we don’t feel so lucky when it gets too hot or too cold. These extreme changes in the seasons also make it difficult to use outdoor spaces like patios or decks. That’s where adding supplemental features to your area really comes in […]

Trying to balance extensive landscape upkeep with a busy lifestyle can be difficult. The free time you get you may not want to worry about keeping after the landscape. With little-to-no maintenance outdoor spaces, everyone will have a beautiful yard no matter what is going on in their lives. They’ll be able to utilize retaining […]

Are you looking for that unique feature that will stand out in your outdoor living space? There are several ways you can map out and design your outdoor space, but there might be a spot that seems empty. No matter what you do, nothing really fits in. This is the perfect place to add in […]

Everyone can always use some good tips to keep their landscaping growing and green! That’s why I have decided to put together a quick blog with some tips on weeding your garden and watering your lawn. Sure they seem like pretty easy tasks, but like with everything else, there are better ways to go about […]

Every time there’s rain, does your yard become the pond you never wanted? Your grass looks patchy and gross; you can’t have a successful garden, you cringe every time you let the dog or the kids out to play because you know they’ll get filthy. It sounds like your yard has a drainage problem; which […]

The exterior appearance of a home can have a massive impact on the overall value of your property. This is an unfortunate reality when there are nearly an unlimited amount of options to choose from when it comes to giving your property some much needed “curb appeal.” This is particularly important when it comes to […]

This project was in the details.  Due to poor grading and work done by the previous owner our client was faced with a total facelift.  All the siding and much of the framing at ground level had to be replaced.  The front concrete walkway had seen better days and the front entry deck was in […]

Not every landscape company is created equal. Nor does every company have a detailed landscape maintenance plan which gives the customer a complete overview of their process. If curb appeal and aesthetics are a high priority for you, then your only option is Garrett Churchill! We promise to give your lawn the attention it needs […]

This job was in the details.  We completed this project this past summer, yes it’s February and I finally got a few pictures of the finished project, after a planning process that started the year before.  We worked with our client going back and forth on materials and finessing the final design until the final […]

Fresh herbs are a great addition to any recipe, in addition they also bring color, fragrance, and texture to a garden.  There are many types of herb gardens such as kitchen, medicinal, ornamental, knot, colonial, and fragrant. Herbs can be worked into a vegetable garden, landscape beds, or planted in containers both inside and outside.  […]

What is the root flare and why is it one of the most important things to know when planting?  We plant a lot of trees mostly balled and burlapped or B&B, along with some smaller ones in containers.  The industry adage has always been “better high than die”, meaning it is better to set the […]

                      In order to keep concrete pavers looking their best there are some things to consider when it is time to remove snow.  Mechanical Methods: whether plowing, shoveling, or snow blowing steel edges are likely to scratch paver surfaces.  It is important to use plastic […]

With the cold temperatures and everything in the garden being dormant there isn’t anything to do in the garden or is there?  There are a few things to put on your gardening to do list when you find a nice day. Fill the bird bath and bird feeder.  Birds need water and food during the […]

Seepage bed We recently completed this patio, planting, and lighting project in Elkins Park. Due to the size of the patio we were required to install  stormwater management (SWM). This is becoming more commonplace when applying for a permit that involves the increase of impervious surface.   Typical options to address stormwater management are installing a […]

The walkway to the front door of this home in Huntingdon Valley had seen better days; the slate was loose and was in no condition to be reset. To help the homeowner, Garrett Churchill’s experienced team came up with a plan that created a whole new look and minimized maintenance moving forward. After the old entrance was gone, we […]