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John Clese
Nov 29, 20243 min read
How to Design a Garden? Ep 2: How to Plant on the Home's Hell Strip 🌿
Our latest YouTube video dives into the step-by-step process of designing a native plant garden on a Hell Strip.
John Clese
Nov 22, 20243 min read
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.
John Clese
Oct 28, 20242 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
Aug 26, 20243 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 18, 20243 min read
This Simple Trick for a Low Maintenance Garden!
We’ll walk you through the process of transforming a challenging yard into a lush, easy-to-manage space.
John Clese
Aug 3, 20242 min read
A Comprehensive Guide to Our Latest Hardscape Project: Custom Pathways, Outdoor Shower, and Cedar Fence Installation
This blog post will take you through the intricate details of our latest hardscape installation, featuring a custom pathway, an outdoor show
John Clese
Jul 26, 20242 min read
The Secret to a Low-Maintenance Garden: Transform Shady Areas with Big Leaf Aster!
In this blog, we highlight the Big Leaf Aster (Aster Macrophyllus), a remarkable plant perfect for shady areas. If you are looking to create
John Clese
Jul 19, 20242 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 28, 20242 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 14, 20242 min read
Managing the Invasive Curly Dock: Identification and Removal Tips
In this blog post, we'll share key identification tips, effective removal strategies, and how to prevent it from spreading. Plus, we have an
John Clese
May 31, 20242 min read
How to Handle Invasive Species in Your Garden?
Invasive species can pose significant challenges for gardeners, disrupting the balance of your carefully curated garden.
John Clese
May 24, 20242 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 10, 20242 min read
Top 9 Native Plant Plugs to Transform Your Garden
The team at Lake Effect Garden & Design explores the top 9 native plant plugs that will breathe new life into your garden
John Clese
Apr 27, 20242 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
Feb 16, 20242 min read
What Native Plants are best for Small Gardens?
Transform your small garden into a stunning ecosystem overflowing with natural beauty and ecological benefits.
John Clese
Feb 9, 20242 min read
Learn How to Plant a Native Gardens in a Smaller Home
This project showcases the incredible potential of native plants in enhancing small spaces and homes.
John Clese
Feb 2, 20242 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 26, 20241 min read
How to Care for a Seeded Meadow
In this comprehensive guide on 'How to Care for a Seeded Meadow,' we've collaborated with Keith from Black River Habitat.
John Clese
Jan 22, 20241 min read
What Does it Look Like When You First Seed a Meadow?
This video takes you through our journey of seeding an irrigated meadow on sand, a project we started back in May 2023.
John Clese
Jan 4, 20241 min read
Top 8 Blooming Native Plants You Need in Your Garden!
We delve into the vibrant world of popular native blooms, showcasing plants like the striking Purple Coneflower.
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