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With a beautiful outdoor property backing up to a small lake, this family wanted a beautiful outdoor space to match so they could enjoy their property and the beautiful views. Since they enjoy simple plant gardening, the owners wanted a sustainable... Read More

Soggy ground caused by clay soil presents a unique challenge for homeowners. In an area like Ann Arbor, Michigan, landscape design contractors have had to come up with creative solutions. How do you provide adequate drainage to deal with the excess... Read More

If you are like most homeowners, you are looking for ways to improve your backyard both in terms of beauty and functionality. There is plenty of focus on the front yard as that is what neighbors and visitors see yet the backyard is often overlooked.... Read More

Caring for your lawn requires a year-round commitment that takes time and effort. It can be an overwhelming task that will swallow up a good portion of your time. Most homeowners have busy lifestyles with careers, families, and other obligations... Read More

If you are looking for the latest landscaping trends that are low maintenance and high impact, hardscapes are the way to go. Hardscaping is every piece of your landscape design that is not vegetation. Hardscapes are man made features that can... Read More

Everyone’s yard can be a little soggy after the spring thaw or a few days of heavy rain, but for many homeowners a soggy yard is more than just excess water. A yard with drainage problems can be soggy nearly all the time, no matter the weather or... Read More

If you are in the Ann Arbor area, chances are you have clay soil. All soil is a mix of clay, sand, and silt. Sandy soil has large particles that do not absorb water well. Silt has medium sized particles that absorb water well, but do not retain... Read More

Training is a necessary step toward quality, efficiency, and safety. That is why Twin Oaks Landscape is proud to have taken the leap to add a training program for our new employees. Most landscape companies do not invest in employee training.... Read More

Landscaping is essential to your home’s curb appeal and its value. If you are considering adding new landscaping or completely revamping your current design configuration, a design-build service might be the best option. Design-build services... Read More

Last year most of us spent more time than we may have expected at home, and many of us found ourselves wishing for a more enjoyable outdoor living space. Spending time at home can be time very well spent if the design is right, and there are plenty... Read More