Vastine Landscape Design and Services

05/08/2026

Another project wrapped up, and this one was truly a team effort.

We had the opportunity to build the waterfall and stream features on this property, while several other talented companies helped bring the entire space together. The patio work, landscaping, and planting all came together beautifully and really completed the vision for this backyard.

We’re grateful to work alongside contractors who take pride in their craft and care about the final result as much as we do. Collaboration like this is what turns a good project into something special.

The sound of moving water, natural stone, and the surrounding landscape all came together exactly the way they should.

01/07/2026

Starting our next waterfall build today. Step one was to move all of these big heavy rocks to a back yard with no access for equipment. Got it done, but our backs are feeling it!
Stay tuned for updates and we will post more photos when we’re done!

09/17/2025

We do it all, irrigation, planting, hardscapes…and the occasional snake wrangling. That’s the “services” part of our name. All in a day’s work.

08/04/2025

Not the best picture, but still pretty cool. Last week we posted a project we had wrapped up just in time for the customer’s big birthday bash. Here is a shot from the party showing the band set up behind the pond. Love the American flag backdrop!

06/26/2025

Just wrapped up this custom rock fountain today!
It was a pleasure bringing our client’s vision to life. This fountain is the centerpiece of a wildflower meadow and strolling garden in progress. The client can’t wait to add plants, pathways, and cozy seating areas to complete the space.

Birds are already taking notice—cardinals and Gambel’s quail were spotted nearby, clearly eager to enjoy this fresh water source!

05/03/2025

It’s a slow death, but it’ll work!

03/28/2025

Why Don’t Store-Bought Tomatoes Taste Like Tomatoes Anymore?

Ever bitten into a supermarket tomato and thought, Where’s the flavor? It’s not just in your head—modern agricultural practices have stripped our vegetables of their nutrients and taste. Decades of industrial farming have prioritized yield and shelf life over soil health, leading to depleted minerals and bland produce.

A homegrown tomato, nurtured in rich, organic soil, bursts with flavor and nutrients. When we rebuild our soil using compost, cover crops, and natural fertilizers, we restore the essential vitamins and minerals that our bodies crave.

Want better-tasting, nutrient-dense veggies? Start growing your own! Even a small garden or a few pots on a balcony can make a huge difference. Let’s take back our food, one homegrown tomato at a time!

Here’s what’s behind this drop in nutrients, plus what you can do to make up for it.

02/19/2025

“Pruned, fed, and hydrated! 🌳✨ Proper pruning keeps our fruit trees healthy and productive, while a dose of fertilizer replenishes nutrients for strong spring growth. After pruning, we applied fertilizer and watered it in to ensure the roots get the boost they need. Here’s to a bountiful harvest ahead! 🍏🍑🌿

01/20/2025

Say “NO” to these pesticides! We do not want these in our plants.
Neonicotinoids are a class of insecticides that are widely used in agriculture, and they are considered harmful because they can be highly toxic to pollinators like bees, as they are absorbed into the plants themselves, contaminating the pollen and nectar, which bees then consume, leading to potential population decline and disruption of ecosystems; they can also contaminate water sources and harm aquatic life when runoff occurs.

01/15/2025

The time to prune your trees is just around the corner. If you’re a do-it-yourselfer, here is a good graphic to give you guidance. Or if you wnat to ensure it is done right you can give us a call and we’ll be glad to help. Call or text 928-495-8029.