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Monthly Newsletter.... From Your Friends at ALD
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Laura Westrude
Training, experience
and horticulture degree ensures the right plants, in the right climates and environment, this along with her flair for unique design and meticulously thorough craftsmanship, have dazzled and pleased homeowners for years.
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Quote of the Day " It is hard to fail, but it is worse never to have tried to succeed. In this life we get nothing save by effort."
Theodore Roosevelt
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Fun Facts About MN
* The largest ball of twine rolled by one man can be found in Darwin, Minnesota. It weights 17,400 pounds.
* Tonka trucks, the popular children's toy, were first designed and made in Mound, Minnesota, near Lake Minnetonka.
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Landscape Tip of the Month
Plan changes in your perennial plantings now. Autumn is usually the best time for moving and dividing
perennials since the gardening pace has slowed considerably. Add new bulbs to your design at the same
time. Peonies, bleeding heart, and oriental poppies grow better if left undisturbed, so plan to work around
them.
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Ericsson Model N2500
I'd love to hear from you!
Whether you would like to discuss your property or additional services or just want to say hello. We would love to hear from you...
952-292-7717
612-490-5148
www.aldmn.com
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Emerald Ash Borer in MN.
May 2009 Emerald Ash Borer has moved into Minnesota. This borer loves Ash trees of all sizes and will move about a 1/2 mile a year by itself. Did you know that MN has over 900 million Ash trees in our landscapes and forests? This destructive pest prefers stressed Ash trees but, will attack and decimate healthy Ash trees as well. Currently there is an State Emergency quarantine in effect for Ramsey, Hennepin and Houston counties.
We all need to do our part to help protect our Ash trees for generations to come. What can we do to slow the progression of these borers?
As part of the quarantine that is underway in Ramsey, Hennipen and Houston counties, these 7 rules are in effect for those areas.
1) do not move any living stage of Emerald Ash Borer out of the quarantine areas. 2) do not remove entire Ash trees. 3) do not remove any Ash limbs and branches. 4) do not remove any Ash logs or untreated Ash lumber with bark still attached. 5) Do not use uncomposted Ash chips or bark chips larger than one inch in diameter in two dimensions. 6) any article, product or means of conveyance when it determined by the Commissioner to present the risk of spread of Emerald Ash Borer. 7) do not move firewood from one location to another of any hardwood species.
If we all stay alert and take a closer look at our trees that we tend to take for granted and follow these rules we can slow the spread of this destructive pest!
If you would like additional information in regards to the Emerald Ash Borer please see http:// www.extension.umn.edu/issue/eab. |
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 Concrete, Pavers Vs. Natural Stone....
When it comes to choosing a hardscape surface there are so many options to choose from. How do you know which one is best for you? There are some questions that you need to answer first.
Budget - what is your budget for your new hardscape area? Knowing how much money you want to invest is the first step in understanding how much area you can get for the bottom dollar.
The lest expensive way to go is broomed concrete but, in the long run you may end up paying more do to setting, heaving and cracking that can occur with this type of system in our cool climate. This hardscape system is usually poured as one piece and then they apply frost joints to try to eliminate cracking.
Pavers would be you next choice, the style and color options are almost endless. Paver system are a great choice for cooler climates such as ours because, they are a free floating system the can fluctuant with the freeze thaw cycles.They are able to be shoveled with ease not to mention they give you a far more desirable look year round. Pavers are chosen for all surfaces such as driveways, walkways, pool decks and patios.
Natural Stone is a beautiful product to use and there are many styles and colors to choose from, allowing us to select a material that best fits your taste/style and lends itself to your over all surrounding area. This system too is usually applied as a free floating system as well to allow for our freeze thaw cycles to occur without damaging your hardscape surface. Natural stone is usually chosen for patios, pool deck, and even walkways.
I hope that this information has better helped those of you that are contemplating on having a patio, walkway, pool deck or even a driveway redone or installed. If you have an additional questions in regards to this article please contact me directly at awestrude@aol.com
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Landscaping Question Corner....
Q. Am I suppose to be pruning my shrub roses?
A. Prune immediately after shrubs flower to extend the blooming period. Prune stems back to a point where they are as thick as a pencil, making your cut within 1/4" of an outward pointing bud. Prune to remove three-year-old wood (or older) after the first flush of blossoms begin to fade. Remove branches as close to the ground as possible using clean, sharp pruning tools. Remove any accumulation of debris (leaves and litter) around the crown as it forms, and remove any dead, diseased or damaged branches as they are found. Do not shear the outer edges of plants. Keep shrubs looking natural by cutting into them with cuts of differing length, and prune to just above an outward-facing bud.
Do You Have a Question You Want Answered?
I love hearing from all of our clients and readers who enjoy reading our monthly newsletter. I'm always looking to answer pressing questions that you might have about anything relating to landscaping. If you have a question, please give us a call or e-mail them to lauraaldmn@aol.com Perhaps I'll feature your question in an upcoming issue! |
Congratulations To Our Client Of The Month!
Every month, we choose a very special Client of the month. It is our way of acknowledging good friends and saying "Thanks" to those who support Architectural Landscape Design, Inc. with referrals, word of mouth and repeat business. Watch for your name here in an upcoming month - you might be the next Client of the Month!
This Month's Client is:
Stacey Finn
(Savage)
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 Thank You! Thank You! Thank You!
Architectural Landscape Design, Inc. Would like to thank all of our readers and clients for their ongoing support.
Thanks to you our business is growing! There is no better compliment we can receive than a positive referral from a valued client. We are truly grateful for the trust and confidence that so many of you have expressed.
If you know of a friend, neighbor, or family member who may be considering the services we offer - it would be the highest complement to refer them to us. I will personally make sure they will receive extra special attention and care. Or, if there are any additional services that we may provide for you, please let us know. Instead of growing our business from the outside, we prefer to pay closer attention to our existing clients and their referrals. |
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 We welcome your questions and suggestions, we can be reached at:
952-292-7717 (Office)
612-490-5148 (Alt. Number)
952-447-0897 (Fax Number)
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| Not too late!! |
This is just a reminder that landscaping and hardscaping can still be installed, there is still time to have your project installed and ready for your enjoyment this fall!
Please call us today to set up a Free consultation to see how Architectural Landscape Design, Inc. Can be of service to you! |
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