Your Livable Garden Podcast

07/14/2018

Bluebonnet Wine Tour

The Texas wine industry is exploding. Steven Morgan of the Bluebonnet Wine Trail joins the show to share the insides and outs of this bustling business and how you can enjoy the fruits of their labor (we couldn't resist the pun-ortunity.)

06/30/2018

The Art of the Islamic Garden: An Interview with Emma Clarke

The principles of Islamic garden design have informed almost all of the work at Mirror Lake since Shawn first learned of the concepts in school.  Today, Shawn and Blinda chat with Emma Clark, author of The Art of the Islamic Garden.  Emma Clark designs gardens with a fundamentall

04/21/2018

Front Yard Water Features

A quick way to add curb appeal to your home is integrating a water feature to your front yard. It may seem like a bold or intimidating gesture, so Shawn and Blinda talk you through everything you need to know to create a welcoming space around the water. 

02/10/2018

How to Enjoy Your Pool

Before you build a pool there are some things you should consider: Mainly, most of your time will not be spent in the pool; It will be spent around it. This consideration should inform a solid, comprehensive backyard design. Shawn and Blinda discuss...

01/16/2018

What is Wrong With This Picture:

Google and the internet has been a wonderful source for the 21st century gardener. Often times, the solution to our garden scourges can be found with a little self-investigation and a internet connection. However, other times our problems are more daunting. Wouldn't it be wonderful if the average homeowner could send in a sample of a disease-ridden plant, and get a professional diagnosis?

This is where Sheila McBride enters the story...

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12/09/2017

A little early for a White Christmas, but we'll take it!

12/04/2017

A Gift That Keeps On Giving...

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11/29/2017

Sometimes, especially this time of year, getting the youngsters out in the yard for entertainment is a benefit for all concerned! At Mirror Lake, our designs are all about outdoor living and family fun!

With enough children and grandchildren to fill an entire baseball roster, Shawn and Blinda know a thing or two about how to entertain and delight children in their garden. From wacky Dr. Seuss-like plants to delicious edibles, you too can introduce your children to the wonders of your own ga

11/05/2017

The Kid-Friendly Garden

With enough children and grandchildren to fill an entire baseball roster, Shawn and Blinda know a thing or two about how to entertain and delight children in their garden. From wacky Dr. Seuss-like plants to delicious edibles, you too can introduce your children to the wonders of your own ga

10/21/2017

How To Make the Most of Your Front Yard:

"Use your lawn as a design element." Michael Shawn Kelly breaks down exactly how to make the most of your front yard, and how to use specific design elements to create a livable garden right outside your front step.

See more great front yard designs and other inspiring landscapes at www.MirrorLakeDesigns.com

Mirror Lake Designs, award-winning pool and landscape designs since 1982.

"Use your lawn as a design element." Michael Shawn Kelly breaks down exactly how to make the most of your front yard, and how to use specific design elements to create a livable garden in your own front yard.

10/17/2017

Composting - Better Dead Than Alive

Shawn and Blinda chat with John Ferguson of Nature's Way about how to best create your own at-home compost pile. After all, now is the time to do it in preparation for spring plantings. Plus, you'll be surprised how composting can affect how much and when you water your plants.