Happened to come across an old project that our build team had installed almost a decade ago... looking good!  No weeds, no sunken tire ruts, and no stones lifted. This is the kind of longevity your project will have when you install a precast paver product properly, with a 10" granular compacted granular base and 1" concrete...

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10 Ways to Squirrel Proof Your GardenAll herbivores can be pests in the garden but the one we probably deal with the most here in the GTA are squirrels. With fresh planted bulbs and the cold weather approaching these guys can’t help but be tempted to start digging, so here’s some tips on how to keep them out.The Tips1.    The...

Right now, the Exteriors for Living online shop is have a spring bulb sale. Spend $50 Receive 10 FREE daffodil bulbs.   Spend $75 FREE SHIPPING within the GTA.*   Spend $100 Save $10 off of your next order.   Offer lasts until October 15th. Stock up your garden for spring. *Please enter "GTAFREE" in coupon...

Photo used under Creative Commons licenseCopyright Benny Mazur Japanese Beetles have made their way through the Toronto landscape at an unprecedented rate this year. Now, I’m no “bugspert” so who knows if it’s the heat or just the unusually dry summer we've had that has made their population explode this year, but I do have...

It was such a pleasure to work with Maria & Jeremy once again on their backyard oasis.  Their new home in Leaside had a backyard that required some serious TLC but had the framework for a really unique outdoor room. We began the transformation by removing the neglected garage that divided the backyard into two unusable areas...

We were thrilled to be asked to furnish the award-winning "Ethnography" feature garden at this year's Canada Blooms, Garden and Flower Show.  Winner for best small garden and best use of theme, the "Ethnography" garden by Tony Lombardi of Dr. Landscape is a must see! Exteriors For Living has decorated this new space with the Vera Lounge...

We're excited to participate in the 2012 Canada Blooms Show.  Our team has been asked to design and install the landscape lighting at the Unilock "A Place To Connect" feature garden (see work in progress images).  "A Place To Connect" is a beautiful show garden, equipped with a fireplace and multiple water features,  showcasing many of Unilock's product offerings.

 

Really impressed with this new line of stand-alone fire features from Conmoto!  These smokeless, portable fire features bring warmth to your outdoor room, without the expense of a custom built installation.  You can bring them with you from room to room, indoors or out. Designed in Italy. How gorgeous is this Roll Fi...

Thank you to my wonderful clients for sharing these pics.  Planted less than 5 years ago, this garden continues to provide curb appeal all year long! I state my case...A well designed garden should always look terrific (or even better) in winter!  But enough of winter...spring is already here...and we're waiting! See the full...