http://www.EnvConst.com/blogsLandscape build, design, and maintainen-usAll Rights ReservedPachou RSS Generator60info@EnvConst.comdennisa@pachou.com4/25/2013 2:53:43 PM4/25/2013 10:53:43 AMHappy Spring! As we tip-toe through the tulips, on today's garden walk, we observe the blooming of the first spring flowers.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201304Spring flowers are blooming.aspxinfo@envconst.com4/25/2013 2:53:43 PMTrue4/3/2013 12:00:00 AM/blogs/201304Spring flowers are blooming.aspxThe Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden, just south of Seattle, is a lush assortment of flowers and trees landscaped in such a way that everyone will enjoy it. Look at the unique treasures we found...http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201304Rhododendron garden near Seattle is worth seeing.aspxinfo@envconst.com4/21/2013 11:39:14 PMTrue4/14/2013 3:35:13 AM/blogs/201304Rhododendron garden near Seattle is worth seeing.aspxNo room to garden? Need to brighten up a deck, patio, or indoor living area? Then add container gardening to your bucket list. It's simple.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201304Container Gardening.aspxinfo@envconst.com4/14/2013 2:22:08 AMTrue4/14/2013 2:11:43 AM/blogs/201304Container Gardening.aspxHere we share our recommendations for excellent landscaping and gardening resources. Also, see which gardening book an Issaquah homeowner prefers. http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201303Landscaping and gardening resources.aspxinfo@envconst.com3/19/2013 9:22:23 PMTrue3/17/2013 6:59:26 PM/blogs/201303Landscaping and gardening resources.aspxTake a walk and visit Rome. The Northwest Flower and Garden Show in Seattle is on display February 20-24. Experience the romance of the ALPD garden and take home a few creative ideas for your own outdoor space.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/2013022013 Seattle Flower Garden Show.aspxinfo@envconst.com2/22/2013 12:59:46 AMTrue2/21/2013 8:34:36 PM/blogs/2013022013 Seattle Flower Garden Show.aspxThis is a pack-rats dream – reusing instead of throwing away. Rev up your creative side to some new and really cool landscaping ideas.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201302Ideas for landscape design with re-used materials .aspxinfo@envconst.com2/17/2013 10:33:33 PMTrue2/17/2013 10:33:01 PM/blogs/201302Ideas for landscape design with re-used materials .aspxSwales and bio-swales are an intricate part of our Pacific Northwest landscapes. View a video of our recent swale construction.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201301That’s swale construction.aspxinfo@envconst.com1/27/2013 12:30:16 AMTrue1/27/2013 12:24:47 AM/blogs/201301That’s swale construction.aspxHere’s a secret you’re welcome to share. What gives our landscape company “the edge”? Why have we been able to provide consistent quality landscaping for over 22 years?http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201301Consistent quality landscaping -- how we do it.aspxinfo@envconst.com1/4/2013 11:16:11 PMTrue1/4/2013 9:37:26 PM/blogs/201301Consistent quality landscaping -- how we do it.aspxWhat is one landscaping project that's really hard, but a whole lot of fun? You're about to find out. Go ahead...take a peek.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201212Crossword puzzle -- landscaping with hardscapes.aspxinfo@envconst.com12/3/2012 9:39:49 PMTrue12/1/2012 3:14:17 AM/blogs/201211Crossword puzzle -- landscaping with hardscapes.aspxEnvironmental Construction can help you brighten up the dark winter ahead with outdoor lighting installed near walkways, in fountains, pools, and on decks and patios.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201211Outdoor light installation .aspxinfo@envconst.com11/14/2012 3:07:36 AMTrue11/14/2012 3:07:32 AM/blogs/201211Outdoor light installation .aspxHere's to the rain! Let's celebrate the season with a rain garden and make it your own unique design.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201211Rain gardens rock!.aspxinfo@envconst.com11/1/2012 11:06:35 PMTrue10/20/2012 10:25:55 PM/blogs/201210Rain gardens rock!.aspxIn Seattle, we love our cedar decks. Deck construction is especially popular because the wood looks so beautiful next to all of our greenery. But maintaining a deck? Well…that’s not always so “beautiful”. In this blog we discuss cedar decks and composite decks, and a few things you might want to know about each.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201210Deck design and construction in Seattle.aspxinfo@envconst.com10/20/2012 9:49:08 PMTrue10/20/2012 7:04:07 PM/blogs/201210Deck design and construction in Seattle.aspxIn busy Seattle, garden stewardship trumps your average yard maintenance service. Let us explain…http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201210Yard maintenance in Seattle vs.aspxinfo@envconst.com10/8/2012 8:47:21 PMTrue10/8/2012 8:47:21 PM/blogs/201210Yard maintenance in Seattle vs.aspxLandscaping with grass doesn't mean more mowing. Ornamental grasses offer an array of beautiful colors, texture, sizes and very little maintenance. http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201209Planting ornamental grasses in Seattle area.aspxinfo@envconst.com9/30/2012 3:20:39 AMTrue9/17/2012 2:57:51 AM/blogs/201209Planting ornamental grasses in Seattle area.aspxNow is your chance to tell Seattle that you appreciate Environmental Construction Inc. -- vote for us!http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201209King5 Best of Western Washington 2012.aspxinfo@envconst.com9/19/2012 12:31:42 AMTrue9/18/2012 10:17:12 PM/blogs/201209King5 Best of Western Washington 2012.aspxGardening in the Pacific Northwest is becoming greener; that is, we are starting to "plant green". We are planting more native plants and abstaining from invasive plants in an effort to create more eco-friendly gardens. Test your native planting I.Q. with a fun crossword puzzle about Pacific Northwest native plants.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201209Pacific Northwest native plantings.aspxinfo@envconst.com9/17/2012 1:31:50 AMTrue9/5/2012 3:46:46 PM/blogs/201209Pacific Northwest native plantings.aspxHere are some of the products and chemicals typically used to clean moss and algae from walkways and patios in the Seattle area and the effect these cleaning products and methods can have on the environment.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201209Cleaning walkways and patios of moss and algae.aspxinfo@envconst.com9/5/2012 9:53:40 PMTrue9/5/2012 7:59:55 PM/blogs/201209Cleaning walkways and patios of moss and algae.aspxIf you know you need a garden wall but have no idea what kind, we at Environmental Construction are here to help.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201208Ideas for garden walls.aspxinfo@envconst.com8/27/2012 3:02:00 AMTrue7/29/2012 7:14:18 PM/blogs/201207Ideas for garden walls.aspxGarden walls are built for a variety of reasons -- visual appeal as well as useful purposes -- and enhance a garden with their many attributes.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201208Garden walls.aspxinfo@envconst.com8/17/2012 9:59:00 PMTrue7/29/2012 6:54:28 PM/blogs/201207Garden walls.aspxHummingbirds are something you can entertain (and feed) in your garden if you have the right flowers in your landscape.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201208Creating a hummingbird sanctuary.aspxinfo@envconst.com7/21/2012 11:37:00 PMTrue7/21/2012 11:32:01 PM/blogs/201207Creating a hummingbird sanctuary.aspxEnvironmental Construction just helped "The Just Garden Project" to assist with our community and the world in general.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201207Food security and sustainability.aspxinfo@envconst.com7/3/2012 12:00:00 AMTrue5/20/2012 6:50:52 PM/blogs/201205Food Security and sustainability.aspxWhy do we need blueprints for landscape design?http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201206Garden design - landscape blueprints.aspxinfo@envconst.com6/26/2012 10:03:00 PMTrue6/24/2012 7:55:14 PM/blogs/201206Garden Design - Landscape Blueprints.aspxFor a touch of creativity, consider a green wall in your garden. Diverse greenery of the Pacific Northwest allows us to create living green walls that make gardens especially unique. http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201206The green wall - a unique landscaping idea.aspxinfo@envconst.com6/7/2012 2:03:00 PMTrue6/7/2012 12:03:54 AM/blogs/201206The green wall - a unique landscaping idea.aspxWater runoff and what to do with our wet Pacific Northwest winter water.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201205Water runoff and permeabililty.aspxinfo@envconst.com5/29/2012 12:01:00 AMTrue5/20/2012 7:17:25 PM/blogs/201205Water runoff and permeabililty.aspxNanotech greatly reduces leaching in pressure-treated lumber. Gardeners with raised beds rejoice! Deck builders sigh with relief.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201204Wood used in gardens and outdoor construction.aspxinfo@envconst.com4/30/2012 5:46:00 PMTrue4/30/2012 5:44:53 PM/blogs/201204Wood used in gardens and outdoor construction.aspxBelieve it or not, we are very dependent on bees. Bees are one of the best pollinators and without pollination fruits will not grow and develop. What would your pizza or spaghetti be like without tomatoes? Or shortcake without strawberries? http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201204Attract bees to the garden.aspxinfo@envconst.com4/16/2012 4:52:00 PMTrue4/16/2012 7:38:49 PM/blogs/201204Attract bees to the garden.aspxLavender a plant that looks and smells terrific in fields and in small town gardens is something you should look at as part of an edible garden. It is also good for the environment as it provides food for bees.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201204Lavender Gardens.aspxinfo@envconst.comTrue4/8/2012 11:28:38 PM/blogs/201204Lavender Gardens.aspxNot to be confused with a crocus this beautiful plant is one to consider for your Pacific Northwest garden.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201210Crocosmia Flowers and environmentally correct planting.aspxinfo@envconst.com4/4/2012 1:37:24 PMTrue4/4/2012 1:37:24 PM/blogs/201204Crocosmia Flowers and environmentally correct planting.aspxHow to design a landscape when you have a pet (such as a dog) is the subject of this blog. Backyard landscaping should be done with an eye for all members of the family, including the family dog or cat.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201205Landscaping for dogs.aspxinfo@envconst.com3/18/2012 6:52:00 PMTrue3/18/2012 6:52:40 PM/blogs/201203Landscaping for dogs.aspxWhat is a french drain? Do I need a french drain, because I don't like culverts? Drainage is the question we will answer in this blog. How to deal with Seattle rain and keep your landscape too.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201203Kirkland Landscaper recommends French drains.aspxinfo@envconst.com3/4/2012 12:05:00 AMTrue3/3/2012 3:48:15 PM/blogs/201203Kirkland Landscaper recommends French drains.aspxThe garden show is over and it was a terrific success. Our garden sculpture was a favorite of many and our garden landscape design showed how your garden can work with our wet weather and wind to be stunning and relaxing at the same time. You might want to sit out under the covered deck while it rains now...http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201202Garden Sculpture Display at Seattle Garden Show.aspxinfo@envconst.com2/21/2012 1:20:00 AMTrue2/21/2012 1:20:03 AM/blogs/201202Garden Sculpture Display at Seattle Garden Show.aspxGarden art sculpture is stunning. You will stop in your tracks, especially if there is a wind.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201202Garden sculpture at the Garden Show.aspxinfo@envconst.comTrue2/12/2012 12:00:17 AM/blogs/201202Garden sculpture at the Garden Show.aspxWe are so excited to be working with Washington Association of Landscape Professionals (WALP) on their exhibit at the 2012 Garden Show in Seattle! Look at this video.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/2012022012 Garden Show In Seattle.aspxinfo@envconst.comTrue2/6/2012 12:00:00 AM/blogs/2012022012 Garden Show In Seattle.aspxFurry Festuca, Muscari rivulets, and rock and roll in a garden! http://www.envconst.com/blogs/2012022012 NW Garden Show.aspxinfo@envconst.com2/2/2012 3:01:00 PMTrue2/1/2012 3:26:43 PM/blogs/2012022012 NW Garden Show.aspxWe will be building a display garden at this year's Northwest Flower and Garden Show in Seattlehttp://www.envconst.com/blogs/201201Northwest Flower and Garden Show 2012 in Seattle.aspxinfo@envconst.com1/8/2012 8:45:54 PMTrue1/8/2012 8:45:54 PM/blogs/201201Northwest Flower and Garden Show 2012 in Seattle.aspxOrganic gardening begins with a quality fertilizer. Making garden compost saves money and provides the nutrients your garden is hungry for. http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201211Making compost for the garden.aspxinfo@envconst.com11/25/2011 12:10:55 AMTrue11/25/2011 12:10:55 AM/blogs/201111Making compost for the garden.aspxGrowing and storing dahlias is not that difficult when you know a few key secrets. Now, with the help of this blog, you can become a master dahlia gardener and enjoy the beautiful results.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201111Growing and storing dahlias.aspxinfo@envconst.com11/7/2011 12:32:00 AMTrue11/6/2011 11:49:28 PM/blogs/201111Growing and storing dahlias.aspxWith so many fall landscape maintenance chores to remember, we hope this simple checklist will help.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201111Checklist for fall landscape maintenance.aspxinfo@envconst.com10/25/2011 12:00:00 AMTrue11/6/2011 1:25:57 AM/blogs/201111Checklist for fall landscape maintenance.aspxDesigning a front entry so it showcases your home.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201110Front entry landscaping.aspxinfo@envconst.com10/18/2011 8:58:00 PMTrue10/18/2011 2:13:55 PM/blogs/201110Front entry landscaping.aspxWhen it's time for Fall clean-up and maintenance, these are the things you need to know.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201111Fall clean-up and maintenance.aspxinfo@envconst.com10/3/2011 12:00:00 AMTrue10/4/2011 2:33:07 PM/blogs/201110Fall clean-up and maintenance.aspxYou can save water and have a green garden too.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201108How to save water when gardening.aspxinfo@envconst.com8/7/2011 2:11:00 AMTrue8/7/2011 1:23:25 AM/blogs/201108How to save water when gardening.aspxAn outdoor fireplace installed in the Seattle area can be wonderful addition to the home and garden, but pay attention to these safety tips.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201108Outdoor fireplace safety for Seattle area homeowners.aspxinfo@envconst.com8/1/2011 5:35:00 PMTrue8/1/2011 3:19:18 PM/blogs/201108Outdoor fireplace safety for Seattle area homeowners.aspxSeattle area homeowners love having an outdoor fireplace in their landscape or on their deck or patio.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201107Outdoor fireplaces by Seattle landscape designer.aspxinfo@envconst.com7/26/2011 12:37:00 AMTrue7/24/2011 7:21:28 PM/blogs/201107Outdoor fireplaces by Seattle landscape designer.aspxRe-using landscape materials, such as wood from an old barn, creates a unique and treasured landscape design.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201107Landscaping with re-used materials.aspxinfo@envconst.com7/3/2011 10:31:00 PMTrue7/3/2011 9:06:14 PM/blogs/201107Landscaping with re-used materials.aspxGrowing good food and healthy plants begins with the soil.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201106Prepare the soil with organic fertilizer and reap the benefits.aspxinfo@envconst.com6/23/2011 10:51:00 PMTrue6/23/2011 10:34:24 PM/blogs/201106Prepare the soil with organic fertilizer and reap the benefits.aspxSometimes maintaining healthy garden plants means controlling the slug population. Here is some helpful advice to removing slugs from your garden without harming children, animals, and other beneficial garden critters.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201105Slug removal in Seattle.aspxinfo@envconst.com5/9/2011 12:22:00 AMTrue2/21/2011 1:42:34 PM/blogs/201102Slug%20removal%20in%20Seattle.aspxGive roses for Mother's Day. Learn some tips about transplanting roses to ensure your success.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201104Transplanting roses for Mother’s Day.aspxinfo@envconst.com4/26/2011 1:24:00 AMTrue4/25/2011 3:53:48 PM/blogs/201104Transplanting%20roses%20for%20Mother%e2%80%99s%20Day.aspxAn outdoor patio with kitchen and cooking area adds living space, function, and style. It is like adding a whole new room to your home. http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201104Build an outdoor patio with kitchen design.aspx4/19/2011 12:37:00 AMTrue3/27/2011 5:46:11 PM/blogs/201103Build an outdoor patio with kitchen design.aspxWalk through the Bellevue Botanical Garden, then let us create some of those same elements in your own yard.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201104Own a piece of Bellevue Botanical Garden.aspxinfo@envconst.com4/8/2011 3:45:00 PMTrue4/5/2011 7:51:37 PM/blogs/201104Own%20a%20piece%20of%20Bellevue%20Botanical%20Garden.aspxInstalling a rain garden is an effective way to deal with water run-off and drainage issues while also protecting our environment. http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201103Rain gardens control runoff and protect lakes and streams.aspx3/27/2011 6:52:00 PMTrue3/27/2011 5:55:24 PM/blogs/201103Rain gardens control runoff and protect lakes and streams.aspxChoose native plants for your Washington garden and reap the benefits.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201103Northwest native plants used in landscaping.aspxinfo@envconst.com3/20/2011 3:35:00 PMTrue3/18/2011 7:29:47 PM/blogs/201103Northwest native plants used in landscaping.aspxEnjoy your plants in the garden and on the table.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201103Edible%20gardens%20-%20Have%20your%20landscape%20and%20eat%20it%20too.aspxinfo@envconst.com3/4/2011 2:35:00 AMTrue3/4/2011 2:05:15 AM/blogs/201103Edible%20gardens%20-%20Have%20your%20landscape%20and%20eat%20it%20too.aspxHere we answer the question as to whether you need a Landscape Architect or Landscape Design/Build company for your home landscaping project.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201102Hiring%20a%20Landscape%20Architect%20vs.aspxinfo@envconst.com2/21/2011 2:43:00 PMTrue2/21/2011 2:43:23 PM/blogs/201102Hiring%20a%20Landscape%20Architect%20vs.aspxPlants grow so well in our Seattle climate that before long it's time to transplant them to a new area in the garden. Protect your plants by learning a few techniques to ensure success when it's time for transplanting your plants.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201102Transplanting%20plants%20%e2%80%93%20is%20it%20time%20for%20the%20move.aspxinfo@envconst.com2/10/2011 12:41:00 AMTrue2/10/2011 12:40:51 AM/blogs/201102Transplanting%20plants%20%e2%80%93%20is%20it%20time%20for%20the%20move.aspxTrees will grow healthy and beautifully if the tree pruning is done correctly and at the right time of year.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201102Tree%20pruning%20in%20the%20Northwest%20is%20just%20what%20the%20doctor%20ordered.aspxinfo@envconst.comTrue2/2/2011 2:27:08 AM/blogs/201102Tree%20pruning%20in%20the%20Northwest%20is%20just%20what%20the%20doctor%20ordered.aspxWhat? Snow in Seattle? Yes. It happens ... and when it does, you need to think about your plants. http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201102Protecting%20plants%20in%20Seattle%e2%80%99s%20winter%20wonderland.aspxinfo@envconst.com12/20/2010 3:06:00 AMTrue12/20/2010 3:06:13 AM/blogs/201012Protecting%20Plants%20in%20Seattle%e2%80%99s%20Winter%20Wonderland.aspxA landscape design project can take several weeks of planning. Here is what you can do now to get started.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201102When%20to%20begin%20a%20landscape%20design%20project.aspxinfo@envconst.comTrue12/14/2010 1:01:42 AM/blogs/201012When%20to%20begin%20a%20landscape%20design%20project.aspxEnvironmental Construction, Inc. is a full-service landscape company based near Seattle, Washington. We have been in business since 1990 and have completed a wide range of projects over the years. We want to help you reconnect with that inner child who daydreams of a beautiful castle and garden oasis; who knows how amazing it feels to play in the garden and keep company with friends.http://www.envconst.com/blogs/201012Seattle%20landscape%20company%20does%20more%20than%20dream.aspxinfo@envconst.comTrue12/4/2010 5:32:25 PM/blogs/201012Seattle%20landscape%20company%20does%20more%20than%20dream.aspx