Before & After Curb Appeal Designs
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by Sarah Finazzo
2y ago
In the landscape world we talk about curb appeal… all… the… time! Tips on how to get curb appeal, easy “rules” to follow, how to understand your garden style, how to maintain your lawn, and much more. One of the best ways to understand what you like in curb appeal is by browsing inspiration. So we’ve rounded up some recent Tilly plans that focus on the front yard – from Maine to California! Check them out and let us know what style is your favorite and why!    Slope & Function, Colorado A chic modern retaining wall creates a totally different vibe for the Colorado bungalow! Nativ ..read more
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2022 Landscape Trend Forecast by Tilly
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by Sarah Finazzo
2y ago
2021 was another year of ups and downs, but it continued to reinforce the importance of the home and creating a comfortable space to call your own. People’s habits have changed and investing in the home is a priority, with the outdoors high on the checklist to round out your lifestyle and home-bound entertainment. Creating a home oasis will continue to be a must in 2022.  With extreme weather patterns affecting the country coast to coast, we expect people to place emphasis on a landscape that leans into the weather conditions they are experiencing more than ever. The good news is that the ..read more
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Why Understanding Your Garden Style Matter
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by Sarah Finazzo
2y ago
Most likely you can tell your friend the style of your home, your interior design style and the style of cars you like — but do you know your garden style? As landscape designers we find that many homeowners aren’t sure how to describe their garden style. Tilly groups garden styles into 8 main categories: Modern, Cottage, Classic, Eclectic, Formal, Tropical, Southwestern and Naturalistic. There are many sub categories that can be achieved through the right style furniture and decor. Understanding your preferences towards different styles can help you design your space and make it cohesive – or ..read more
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Backyard Gazebos & Pergolas Inspiration
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by Sarah Finazzo
2y ago
Gazebos, Pergolas and Pavilions have risen in our client requests as entertaining at home and using your outdoor space more continues to trend. These days, pergolas are no longer decorative structures to grow vines, but practical features that can have shade or an awning beneath it to extend the use of your outdoors in the different conditions. Gazebos and pavilions are no longer only for large estates, but a beautiful feature to add to your yard for shade, all weather entertaining, relaxation and to delineate different entertaining areas. Below we showcase some of our favorite Tilly designs t ..read more
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Landscaping for a Small Front Yard
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by Jessica Goldberg
2y ago
A front yard serves many important functions. We all know the concept of “curb appeal” and want to present our homes in the best way possible toward the street and the world. Whether your goal is to boost resale value, personal enjoyment, provide a welcoming entryway to guests, or simply to impress those passing by, a front yard can accomplish a lot for your home. While a long, grand allée of trees has its grandiose charm, here at Tilly, we know no yard is too small to make an impact. Here are some tips about how to design for a small front yard.   Planters on Your Front Stoop Planters ar ..read more
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Best Leaf Pickup For Your Money
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by Sarah Finazzo
2y ago
Fall has fallen upon us! Many of us revel in the season’s many offerings – the autumnal weather, flavors, and fashions. However, one thing that may not inspire joy in the onset of this season is the arduous chore of removing leaves from the lawn. Fall colors in the landscape are beautiful, but if you have an abundance of deciduous trees in your yard, changing leaves may mean hours of potentially back-breaking work is in your near future. Not to worry! We’re here to guide you on this annual ritual and to help figure out the best leaf pickup options for your money.  Read more below to find ..read more
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Maximizing the Backyard for Every Family Member
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by Sarah Finazzo
2y ago
Jeanette and her family came to Tilly to maximize their backyard space. They wanted something for everyone to enjoy- a playspace for kids, in-ground trampoline, meditation pavilion, vegetable gardens, and room to entertain friends. Tying all these features into their blank space was an overwhelming task and that’s when they turned to Tilly. Their Tilly designer was able to create a serene oasis that flowed and included everything they wanted. Their design was complete with beautiful native plants that provide a habitat for pollinators, a mixture of grasses with contrasting textures, and season ..read more
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Home Gardener Survival Kit
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by Sarah Finazzo
2y ago
You looked out your window one morning and decided it was time to take charge of the greenery around your house? Or, you pulled up to your home one day, and felt like it did not live up to the vision in your head? Or perhaps you made it a New Year’s resolution to spend more time outside and move your body more. Either which way, you’ve caught the gardening bug big-time, and now it’s time to start. But where and how?  The home gardener has their roots in the early agrarian who cultivated small edible gardens for sustenance right where they lived. This continued with many peoples throughout ..read more
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Modern Backyard Landscape Design Ideas
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by Sarah Finazzo
2y ago
Tilly places a lot of emphasis on understanding our client’s garden style because it’s a critical piece of the puzzle when creating a successful backyard or front yard design. Modern landscaping design focuses on the principles of classic geometry. It generally incorporates a smaller color palette for plant material and a more neutral palette for hardscape. Check out some of Tilly’s favorite modern backyard designs from coast to coast. Tennessee Delight This gorgeous backyard landscape design focuses on a smaller plant selection and groups them in deliberate and repetitive masses giving the sp ..read more
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Drought Tolerant And Water-Wise Landscaping Rebate Programs
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by Sarah Finazzo
2y ago
If you live in California, Utah, parts of Texas, or almost any state in the western U.S., you’ve probably been thinking about ways to conserve water usage in your yard to make it more sustainable. As much of the country lives under severe drought conditions, local governments are looking for homeowners to be part of the solution, and they’re willing to pay for it! Tilly’s design team has been helping homeowners with xeriscape design, cash for grass rebates, native plantings and other sustainable landscaping solutions. Here is some advice from our landscape designers on how to take advantage of ..read more
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