The Train Garden

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Joan had the recent privilege of working with a train enthusiast in Haymarket, VA.  This client has always had an interest in trains and has displayed them during the Christmas season.  Recently retired, he decided that expanding on his train collection would make a great hobby. With the help of Joan and crew, the homeowner… Read more »

Backyard Paradise – Landscape Design & Installation in Leesburg VA

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I was off to check on my crew in Leesburg VA, as well as stop by one of Craig’s previous installations to take some pictures.  But, I was hoping to beat the rain.  I pulled my car out in front of his client’s house….it was pouring.  I sat for awhile hoping the rain would let… Read more »

Hot Color

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Hot vivid colors like red, yellow and orange can be very appealing in the landscape. The hot color palette can be expanded to include vibrant purples or intense blues. I especially love orange flowers in my garden beds.  Some great plants for orange color are Cosmos, Daylilies and Butterfly Weed to name a few.  Cosmos… Read more »

The Garden Tour

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We create beautiful outdoor spaces for our clients, but we also like to see those created by others….perhaps for inspiration and/or new ideas. Last Saturday, the 85th annual Georgetown garden tour was held.  The tour is presented by the Georgetown Garden Club.  I went to the tour last year with two of my daughters and… Read more »

Spring Wildflowers

Posted by & filed under Hardscape, Landscape, Landscape Design.

It’s spring and the designers at Main Street are working long hours creating and installing beautiful landscapes and hardscapes for our clients.  It’s hard to find time for other activities at this time of the year.  But, Laura (our office manager) and I broke away for a couple of hours last Monday to go to… Read more »