Landscaping 101

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August is not the end of the gardening season. In an Indiana garden, it's a transition month—a time to maintain, observe, edit, and prepare.

When we plan a garden for fall, we look beyond the one tree that turns bright red in October. Color can start high in the canopy, move through a layer of shrubs, and finish among the flowers and foliage at your feet. That mix gives the garden depth—and more to enjoy on a walk from the driveway to the front door.

Landscape lighting should not flatten the whole property into one bright scene. It should reveal enough: a path, a canopy, a wall, a place to sit. The darkness between those moments is part of the design. If the days are getting shorter but you are not ready to stop using the yard, La Madrina Landscape can design a system around the spaces you already use and the phases you may add later.

August is not the end of the gardening season. In an Indiana garden, it's a transition month—a time to maintain, observe, edit, and prepare.

A rain garden is a shallow planted depression designed to temporarily collect runoff from roofs, downspouts, driveways, patios, or other parts of the property. Instead of sending all that water straight toward the street—or allowing it to sit beside the foundation—a rain garden slows it down, spreads it out, and gives it a chance to soak into the ground.

When you decide to improve your outdoor space, you might wonder if you can do it yourself or if hiring a professional is worth the investment. Landscape designers bring a unique set of skills and expertise that can save you time, money, and frustration.

This guide will walk you through practical ways to save money with DIY landscaping savings, helping you create a space you love without breaking the bank.

August is not the end of the gardening season. In an Indiana garden, it's a transition month—a time to maintain, observe, edit, and prepare.