How to Design a Garden? Ep 1: First Steps to Design a Landscape & Creating a Site Plan
We’ll dive into the first steps of garden design, focusing on creating and using a site plan as your foundation.
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John Clese
Oct 282 min read
What is the Best Ground Cover Plant for Your Garden!
If you've been searching for a ground cover that’s both native and garden-friendly, Michigan Bearberry might be your perfect match.
John Clese
Sep 112 min read
This Native Plant Will Transform Your Garden! Common Cinquefoil – The Perfect Ground Cover Plant
In our latest video, we explore the many benefits of using Common Cinquefoil in your landscape.
John Clese
Aug 263 min read
You Won’t Believe How This Meadow Looks After Two Years!
The meadow at Gaslight Lane started its journey about two to three years ago when we first planted native plugs. This summer marks the secon
John Clese
Aug 203 min read
Why Wild Quinine Is the Best Native Plant for Your Garden | Lake Effect Garden & Design
If you’ve been looking for a resilient and attractive alternative to yarrow, Wild Quinine might be just what your garden needs. In this blog
John Clese
Jul 192 min read
What Does a Native Garden Look Like After 3 Years?
At Lake Effect Garden & Design, we take immense pride in showcasing the beauty and resilience of native plants. Today, we're excited to shar
John Clese
Jun 282 min read
Transforming Pebble Lane: A Formal Garden Oasis with Native Plants
Welcome back to Lake Effect Garden & Design! We’re excited to share our latest video where we continue our series at the beautiful Pebble La
John Clese
Jun 72 min read
Native Plant Spotlight: Northern Sea Oats Grass (Chasmanthium Latifolium) Easy to Grow Native Grass for Your Home
This beautiful and versatile plant has been thriving in our garden, and we’re thrilled to show you its progress two years after planting.
John Clese
May 301 min read
Come Visit the Native Plant Sale & Expo
Discover eco-friendly products and local native plants from various vendors. Don't miss out on this exciting event!
John Clese
May 242 min read
How Do Native Plants Look After One Year of Growth?
One year later, we're excited to show you the incredible growth and transformation these plants have achieved.
John Clese
May 32 min read
A Must Have Plant in Your Garden: Spotted Bee Balm
Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a beginner looking to enrich your garden, understanding the traits and benefits of Spotted Bee Balm wi
John Clese
Apr 272 min read
How to Design a Picket Fence to Protect Your Native Garden
Whether you're planning to build a fence yourself or just love watching transformation stories, our video will give you insights into the en
John Clese
Apr 151 min read
Blue Lobelia: The Stunning Wildflower for Wet & Shady Gardens
If you've got a damp, partially shaded spot in your garden that needs a burst of vibrant color, Blue Lobelia might be the perfect solution.
John Clese
Apr 42 min read
🍂 Munchkin Oakleaf Hydrangea: All Seasons Beauty (Not Your Average Hydrangea!)
If you're a fan of hydrangeas, you're probably familiar with those big, round blooms in vibrant pinks and blues. But did you know there's a
John Clese
Mar 312 min read
Brighten Your Shade Garden with Yellow Coneflowers! 🌻 (Easy Care, Native Plant)
Are you longing to add vibrant color to the shadier parts of your garden?
Dhevin Gupta
Mar 151 min read
Native Plant Spotlight: Bold & Beautiful Rosinweed
Are you searching for a striking plant to revitalize your late-summer garden?
John Clese
Mar 82 min read
Why Blue Wild Indigo is the Best Native Plant All Year Round!
In this blog post, we'll dive into the unique qualities of the Blue Wild Indigo and why it deserves a spot in your garden.
John Clese
Feb 231 min read
The Best Native Plants Bloomed
We've put together a stunning short video showcasing the very best of what Michigan's native flora has to offer.
John Clese
Feb 22 min read
How to Preserve Your Land with Native Plants
We delve into using native plants for land preservation, spotlighting species such as Blue Vervain, Bottlebrush Sedge, and Gray's Sedge.
John Clese
Jan 121 min read
Creating a Native Garden Oasis: The Transformation Journey Begins
Join us on an extraordinary journey as we transform a property into a stunning native garden oasis.
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