Monthly Archives: April 2012

Outdoor Living and Entertainment Spaces

Posted on April 30, 2012 by RockscapeDesign

I love to look through Home and Garden magazines and blogs and look at what people are doing with their Outdoor Living Spaces.  It seems to be the latest rage to have an outdoor living space that mimics a cozy … Continue reading →

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Tree of the Week – Nannyberry

Posted on April 25, 2012 by RockscapeDesign

PLANT: “Nannyberry” – Viburnum Lentago ZONE: 2 FOLIAGE: GREEN SHAPE: Upright FEATURES: Small tree that could be considered a large shrub.  A large flat flower cluster forms and blooms in June followed by fruit that attracts birds.  Excellent in moist … Continue reading →

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Maintenance Tips and Tricks – Spring Clean Ups

Posted on April 23, 2012 by RockscapeDesign

This year we’ll be blogging once a month with some tips and tricks related to Maintenance – for those brave enough to attempt their gardens on their own! Our crews have been out earlier than ever starting Spring Clean Ups. … Continue reading →

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Shrub of the Week – Lilacs

Posted on April 18, 2012 by RockscapeDesign

PLANT: Miss Kim Lilacs – Syringa Patula ZONE: 3 Flower Colour: Purple Sun Exposure: Sun Features: A dwarf, compact Lilac with purple flower buds openign to lavender-blue. Dark green foliage and vigorous growth. We love to use Miss Kim Lilacs … Continue reading →

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We’re STILL Hiring!

Posted on April 5, 2012 by RockscapeDesign

It is shaping up to be an extremely busy season at Rockscape Design, and for that reason we’re still looking for some additional help! We are hiring: Position: Experienced Landscape Labourers Job description: Experience is an asset but willing to … Continue reading →

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The Spring Cottage Life Show

Posted on April 4, 2012 by RockscapeDesign

A few of us headed down to the cottage life show this past Saturday.  Its fun to go down and run into some friends, check out what other contractors or retailers in Muskoka are up to and to check out … Continue reading →

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It’s Moving Day!

Posted on April 2, 2012 by RockscapeDesign

Today is the day we officially move into our second shop! The hardscape team will be moving their gear and equipment across the street to their new shop, while our administration and softscape crews staying in our current facility. We have a few … Continue reading →

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