Winter Musings

Winter Musings

Winter is fast upon us. I sometimes fall into a contemplative mood as the year wanes. It seems to me to be a good time to evaluate the accomplishments of this year and start thinking about my goals for the year to come. Are you thinking about landscape improvements in...
Natural Swimming Pools

Natural Swimming Pools

Back to Nature – Swim Safely in a Natural Swimming Pool As a little girl I used to hurtle myself off a rope swing into the crystalline water of the Pine Creek in Central Pennsylvania.  The swimming hole was a favorite gathering spot during hot summer days. As a result...

Fall Storm Strikes

At this beautiful time of year a storm of gigantic proportions has wreaked destruction on a large swath of the eastern seaboard. Our hearts go out to those who have lost loved ones. That is the greatest tragedy and one that can never be repaired. Already electricity...
From the Window-A Garden View

From the Window-A Garden View

The golden light spilling through my window draws me to look out on my autumn garden. At this time of year it reaches a peak of color. Cheery yellow Mums against sky blue Asters, burgundy blooms on graceful Miscanthis ‘Morning Light’ and bright red and yellow foliage...
The Art of Gardening-Chanticleer Garden

The Art of Gardening-Chanticleer Garden

Wallace Landscape Associates entertained a few friends and colleagues at Chanticleer, a jewel of a public garden located on Church Road in Wayne, PA. Chanticleer, more than any public garden I know, characterizes the art of gardening. You could drive by and never...
Landscaping With Large Trees

Landscaping With Large Trees

What is the most priceless object in the landscape? If you guessed a mature tree you are right. A large shade or flowering tree is irreplaceable. It provides shade and cooling in summer and it can reduce the cold blasts of winter wind. It gives a new landscape the...