Lawson Yardscapes

01/05/2026

"In the world of ecological gardening, there’s a persistent myth that if you don't rip out every single non-native plant tomorrow, you’ve failed the planet." –full article at lawsonyardscapes.com

05/09/2025

Rarely does a finished product closely resemble the original design. These back/front yards came together so well. And just in time for great weather.

03/18/2025

I thought, for sure, this was the year that all plants were killed by winter but NOPE! Wrong again! Life goes on. We all win.

02/01/2025

This year, your yard will live its best life, and right now is the time to get a head start. Get in touch with Lawson Yardscapes for a free consultation to upgrade your outdoor space and get a jump on spring.

Full exterior residential landscape design - gardens, patios, water features, rain gardens, walkways, retaining walls, water features, walkways, pergolas/trellises, steps, front yard, backyard, and more.

01/28/2025

Working on an exciting spring project to feature, among other items, a custom deck, a rejuvenated backyard, and a beautiful, functional rain garden.

01/21/2025

"While there's no right or wrong way to cultivate a patch of green space, distinct garden styles have emerged over time, each with its own set of characteristics and inspirations." –full article at lawsonyardscapes.com

09/30/2024

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09/27/2024

Among Washington DC’s list of official things (tree, bird, fruit, fish, dinosaur?) is the official flower: American Beauty Rose, which was actually brought here from France 150 years ago. This seems all wrong to have as our official flower, so I nominate a new one: Snakeroot (Ageratina altissima).

It grows naturally in our neighborhoods, woodlands, and meadows. It’s native to the wider area, attracts pollinators, and generally looks nice in our gardens at the end of summer. And it also has a weird political connection, as its toxic parts killed Abraham Lincoln’s mother. Maybe not a selling point but hey, it’s memorable.

Are there any other suggestions out there?

09/21/2024

This backyard reclamation project took a while but it was worth it. A leafy patio space is usable once again, with a new, permeable surface, reclaimed bricks, shade gardens, lighting, and one big, happy tree.

08/30/2024

"I've had to rethink some landscape choices for the future." New blog post is up - Plants on the Front Lines: Adapting to Warmer Mid-Atlantic Summers.
https://www.lawsonyardscapes.com/blog/climate-change-gardens

08/26/2024

Finished project for a large patio addition with a corner pergola and surrounding landscaping - just in time for enjoying the late-summer and upcoming fall weather!

07/21/2024

Working on bringing this backyard and patio area to life.