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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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John Clese
Jan 12, 20241 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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John Clese
Dec 22, 20231 min read
🏡 Home Garden Landscaping Ideas 2024 Backyard Patio Design | Back Yard Patio Ideas For Home 🌱
We delve deep into a captivating patio design project in Michigan, showcasing the choices and creative flair that shaped its outcome.
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John Clese
Dec 15, 20231 min read
How Do Native Gardens Look in the Winter (with Snow ❄️)
In this video, we delve into an untouched garden, showcasing the stunning transformation as autumn leaves give way to winter's snow.
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John Clese
Dec 1, 20232 min read
Native Plant Guide 2024: Ideas for Plants to Choose and How to Design & Plant Your Garden
Read our comprehensive guide for 2024 that unlocks the secrets to choosing and planting the perfect native species for your garden.
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John Clese
Nov 17, 20232 min read
How to Put Your Native Garden to Bed | Preparing Your Garden for the Winter
n this comprehensive guide, we incorporate insights from our informative video, offering expert advice on preparing your garden for winter.
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John Clese
Nov 10, 20231 min read
Native Garden Tour: Native Garden Planting Beginning to End Explained | Native Plant Guide 101
We'll share essential tips and tricks tailored for diverse weather and planting conditions, ensuring your native garden thrives.
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John Clese
Sep 11, 20231 min read
Inside Look into My Native Garden as a Garden Designer
Welcome to a captivating visual journey through my stunning native garden designs!
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