The owner’s of this beautiful Scotch Hills, NJ home had a pool, had a patio, and had landscaping, but it just didn’t come together. Their hopes were to subtly enhance the entrance to the home with a new walkway and plantings, but the rear yard needed a serious overhaul. The only things that were preserved […]
Tinton Falls: A Back Yard Resort
Sparrow and Brambles was hired by these amazing homeowners to create an entertaining space that their clients share with family and friends. With very tight impervious coverage limitations to the design, we really had to think about efficient ways to give the clients everything they wanted….Including an outdoor kitchen, fire place, pool, and patios. Several […]
Mantoloking Bliss: Shore Living at its Best
This bay front home is the perfect example of shore living. Bringing summer color to the gardens was the main focus for Sparrow and Brambles. Preserving existing trees like Juniperus virginiana (Eastern Red Cedar), Pyrus calleryana (Bradford Callery Pear), and several Lagerstroemia indica (Crape Myrtles) allowed the space to remain established. Microclimates of shade and […]
Plant of the Month: Cranesbill Geranium
Cranesbill Geranium or Geranium Sanguineum Cranesbill Geranium is a fantastic sprawling perennial with a long bloom season. They can take a raging sun to partial shade and need very little water once established. These are easy care plants with great bursts of color in pinks, blues, whites and purples!
Full-Range Bluestone Patio: Little Silver Charm
Sparrow and Brambles was called in to a site in Little Silver where the homeowners had already interviewed several design firms, seen sketches, and were not impressed by the trade. YIKES! I knew immediately that I had my work cut out for me. After a short time of really listening to the homeowners, I felt […]
Quick Tips for a Summer Shade Garden
Do you have that spot in the garden that just doesn’t get any sunlight? Tired of trying to grow grass without success? Plan a shade garden and turn that trouble spot into a great garden feature. Here’s three quick tips to creating a fun shady spot.