Here we are at the Whole Foods Co op planting Cascade Hops. Hopmaster Mike Moorehead of North East brought the vines and helped the initial installation on coir twine. The hops are a nice addition to the edible landscape at Whole Foods on the walls of the new cafe addition.

Happy Memorial Day! I know many Vietnam Veterans and I have a lot of respect for those that have done their duty in a war that was unpopular. We were glad to be involved to continue the development of the Erie Veterans Park with this memorial.

Once again, Bob Southard and his buddies got together to help build another monument to our veterans. This time it was for them! The Korean Veterans envisioned this gate type monument that is very distinctive

This Memorial Day weekend we remember all of those who are special to us. We often think of those that are in public service; fire fighters, police officers, military.

Paeonie suffruticosa Life is short and our bloom time shorter (in the peony world) so we must enjoy while we can. Here is a pink tree peony. In my opinion one of the classic flowers. Full, lush and brilliant in color it draws your eye right in!

Spring rains have been bountiful this year and it keep rain in the news. Rain Gardens are a Best Management Practice for helping filter the water from rain before it gets back into our water supply. We designed and help to install a rain garden at the Whole Foods Coop.

One of the great things about spring gardens are the bulb displays. With the crazy weather, staying cool, then heating up to summertime temps, spring can be fleeting. Carpe Diem! Seize the opportunity to enjoy these brief but beautiful tulips.

This classic residence in Glenwood was one I can remember from growing up as a boy. We used to drive by or work there, and it was always know as ‘Granny Murphy’s House’. It may have been one of the first contracts that dad had.

The old Edinboro House of Furniture was being redeveloped into a mixed use facility. Odyssey Builders as the contractor contacted us to develop a design-build proposal for the project.

In this backyard border, native trees and shrubs were utilized to attract wildlife, especially our feathered friends. Thea attraction is further enhanced with the feeding station.

Today we are celebrating Arbor Day at LEAF! Here are fifth graders from assorted schools planting a native tree, Cornus alternifolia, Pagoda Dogwood. Today is a great day for the kids to learn and participate in outdoor learning activities.