If you’ve seen the news lately, you may have watched in horror as wildfires ravaged the beautiful island of Maui. There has been speculation that these wildfires may have been preventable (or at least more manageable) if vegetation around power lines had been properly cut back. Poor vegetation management around power lines is known to […]
Environmental Services
If you’re like most people, you’ve been conditioned to think that grass is the best ground cover for a healthy and beautiful yard. For over a century, having a lush green monoculture grass lawn has been a symbol of wealth in America. But recently, there’s been a growing trend of using clover for lawns instead […]
In recent years, its become common knowledge that pollinators are vital to our ecosystem. Bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and other animals play a crucial role in the pollination and reproduction of our plants and food sources. As a result, many landscape architects have started to incorporate pollinator gardens into their designs, both for commercial properties and […]
As the summer season rolls around, many of us look forward to spending time in our yards and enjoying outdoor activities. However, with the warmer weather comes an increased risk of tick bites. Ticks can not only be a nuisance but also carry diseases that can harm humans and pets. According to the CDC, “approximately […]
Design-build businesses thrive on providing quality, hassle-free services for their clients. However, what happens when you come across a project that involves trees? You need to ensure that the trees on the property are healthy and safe and complement the overall design of the landscape. This is where a reputable tree care company comes in. […]
Dangers of High Mosquito Populations The biggest problem with mosquitoes is that they are more than just pesky. In fact, viruses and parasites spread by mosquito bites kill over 725,000 people every year. Luckily, North America is spared of most of these cases, but over 1,000 Americans each year still experience serious illness or death […]
Waterways, both man-made and naturally occurring, play an important role for people and the planet. Whether it be a streambed that provides a biodiverse aquatic habitat, or aqueducts that carry fresh water to cities in need, these waterways must be protected. Sometimes, these invaluable waterways become compromised, and it takes skilled professionals to safely restore […]
Rock Creek Park’s Compromised Waterways In 2021, Rock Creek National Park sought professional help to clear a log jam within the stream. Over 5000 yards of the creek were compromised by large tree debris that disrupted the thoroughfare. The stream log jam occurred south of West Beach drive due to natural erosion over the years. […]
Initially found in Eurasia, wavyleaf basketgrass (Oplismenus undulatifolius) is an invasive species that has crept into northern Virginia forests. As a low-lying perennial grass, it threatens ecosystems by suffocating forest floors in the shade. Now that more than 20 Virginia counties have identified infestations, including Fairfax, it is critical that we do our part to […]
