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Landscape design details featuring a woven basket full of squash and pumpkins.

Autumn Seasonal Color: Capture the Spirit of the Season

As the seasons change, our homes play a pivotal role in reflecting the spirit of the holidays that define each ...
A well-manicured landscape in Houston, Texas taken care of by Prewett, Read & Associates’ professional landscape maintenance crews.

Why Hire a Professional Landscape Maintenance Crew for Your Outdoor Haven

Close your eyes and picture this: A lush, vibrant garden bursting with colorful flowers, neatly trimmed bushes and an impeccably ...
Elevate outdoor spaces with custom elements, like this wooden pergola designed for a client in Houston, Texas.

A Welcome Reprieve: Transforming Outdoor Spaces with Landscape Architecture

Outdoor living has gained popularity in recent years as homeowners seek to create welcoming and functional spaces beyond the confines ...
Mediterranean-inspired backyard swimming pool in Houston, Texas.

Dive Into Ideas for Backyard Swimming Pools

In the heat of a Texas summer, nothing beats cooling down in a crystal-clear swimming pool. Better yet, what if ...
A custom-built outdoor kitchen design in Houston, Texas.

4 Simple Steps to Start Designing an Outdoor Kitchen

Curious about how to build an outdoor kitchen? We’ve got you covered. From built-in grills to big-screen TVs, an outdoor ...
Yellow lantana in a Houston, Texas, summer landscape.

8 Tips for Summer Landscape Care

Pool parties and family vacations are on the horizon, but what do the rising temperatures mean for your summer landscape? ...
A healthy Houston landscape maintained with fertilizer.

How to Keep Your Landscape Healthy with Fertilizer

Keeping your landscape happy, healthy and thriving is a balancing act. While all plants need the holy trinity of water, ...
A close up view of George Taber Azaleas in a Houston garden.

Happy Trails: Tips for Taking Care of Azaleas

Vibrant and surprisingly low maintenance, azaleas are ideal for brightening springtime gardens. These eye-catching shrubs thrive in humid environments, making ...
A Texas garden with caladium plants and purple flowers.

Spring Seasonal Color: Flowers We Love for Texas Gardens

With spring just around the corner, you may be dreaming about bright colors and full blooms. Spring is known as ...
pink and blue hydrangeas

New Year, Fresh Start: Garden Design & Landscaping Trends for 2023

The start of the new year brings a promise of growth and a fresh start. As landscape architects, we like ...