Walkway installation shapes how people move through your property. A good walkway guides guests to the front door, connects outdoor destination spaces, and makes daily movement safer. It also adds structure to the yard without overwhelming the home’s architecture. The best walkway ideas start with real use. Where do people naturally walk? Which route feels…
Fence installation plays a practical role in how a home looks, feels, and functions. A well-planned fence can add privacy, improve safety, support pet-friendly yards, and make outdoor living areas easier to use. For many Northern Virginia homeowners, fencing works best when it fits within the overall exterior plan. Garden beds, patios, gates, walkways, and…
Privacy has become an essential element in modern residential landscapes, particularly as homeowners seek to create more comfortable and usable outdoor spaces. While traditional solutions like fence installation provide immediate separation, many are now turning to plant-based privacy screens for a more natural, visually appealing alternative. Natural plant-based barriers not only define space but also…
The transition from winter to spring marks a critical period for homeowners. During these early months, proper maintenance ensures that the investment you have made in your landscaping remains protected.
A systematic approach to cleaning and refreshing the beds allows the soil to breathe and roots to expand without the hindrance of winter debris.
Addressing your yard’s needs in March and April prevents the frantic catch-up that often occurs once the heat of May arrives. It ensures early assessment and remediation of any damage caused by frost or heavy snow.
Creating a sustainable landscape entails much more than adding plants or outdoor features. It requires thoughtful planning, ecological awareness, and long-term stewardship of your property. At Campbell & Ferrara, our approach to sustainable landscapes focuses on building healthier soils, conserving water, supporting pollinators and biodiversity, and selecting durable, low-maintenance plants that perform beautifully for decades.…
When the vibrant greens of summer give way to the warm hues of autumn, your yard doesn’t have to lose its charm—it can become even more extraordinary. Fall is nature’s invitation to refresh, replant, and revive your outdoor living environment before winter sets in. At Campbell & Ferrara, our landscape experts know this season offers…
According to the American Institute of Architects Home Design Trends Survey, outdoor living areas like patios are the number one “special function” areas that many homebuyers would consider when shopping for a home to purchase. Whether you are planning to put your property up for sale in the future or just want to add more…
SOLUTIONS TO HELP CHIP, DALE AND CRONIES FIND A NEW HOME Eastern Chipmunks are generally solitary except during courtship or when rearing young. Chipmunks, while cute and fun to watch, can cause damage to your landscape and plants. Chipmunks are ground dwellers. They are active during the day and move around cautiously and tentatively at…
“Breeders are responding to consumer demand for tasty edibles with a colorful, varied number of introductions. Consider these new varieties in your planning for the spring season.” Blueberry ’Brazel Berries Pink Icing’ : beautiful spring and fall foliage. Spring brings a lovely new foliage color that has varying shades of pink mixed with blue and…
REUSE IT, DON’T WASTE IT! COMMUNITY FORKLIFT EVENT Campbell & Ferrara partnered with nonprofit reuse center and hosted an event on March 14 at the Campbell & Ferrara Garden Center, 8315 Richmond Highway, Alexandria, VA, to collect donations from the community of used gardening tools, tools, hardware, plumbing fixtures, appliances, building materials, other salvaged materials,…
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