LANDSCAPING IDEAS

J&I Landscaping and Masonry LLC

Happy Spring! Call now to schedule your Mulching & Cleanup work! We have experienced crews and premium bark mulch ready to go.

°Landscaping° Lawn care° Stone walls° Walkways° Driveways°
°Tree works° Painting° Sprinklers system° Spring clean up°

If you want work with us call now: 203 616 5510 – 203 942 6877

Wilman Nugra, Owner
186 Grassy Plain St. Bethel CT 06801
masonry_landscaping@hotmail.com

 

Types of stones for work..

 

There is nothing like a well-designed landscape to complement the true beauty of one’s home. We can operate on any budget to make those important changes you’ve been thinking about over the winter months. If there is ANY project that lies outside the walls of you home, we can help your visions become reality. Or if you’re more of a hands-on person, we can work closely with you, giving you all the resources and man-power to become your own landscape contractor.
Wilman Nugra, Owner
186 Grassy Plain St. Bethel CT 06801
masonry_landscaping@hotmail.com

FOR YOUR GARDEN DESIGN..

There is nothing like a well-designed landscape to complement the true beauty of one’s home. We can operate on any budget to make those important changes you’ve been thinking about over the winter months. If there is ANY project that lies outside the walls of you home, we can help your visions become reality. Or if you’re more of a hands-on person, we can work closely with you, giving you all the resources and man-power to become your own landscape contractor.
Wilman Nugra, Owner
186 Grassy Plain St. Bethel CT 06801
masonry_landscaping@hotmail.com

Comparing Mulch and Soil Types

To promote the growth of grass and other plants in your yard, you should be mindful of the types of mulch and soil that you use. Starr Turf Grass Inc. specializes in landscaping near Lewisville and can tell you about the best types of mulch and soil for your specific property.

We will help you choose mulch or soil based on your needs. If you are laying new sod or doing leveling, sandy loam would be best for you. If you are planting bushes in the front of your home and want to make sure they receive all the right nutrients, we would suggest red and black mulch to get the job done. We know almost everything there is to know about mulch and soil and can point you in the right direction, regardless of what kind of grass or plants you want to grow. We can also suggest things like pea gravel and decomposed granite as decorative features. When you trust Starr Turf Grass Inc. for your landscaping needs, we will assist you every step of the way and make your landscaping look great.

Call me know: (203) 616 5510 / (203) 942 6877
Wilman Nugra, Owner
186 Grassy Plain St. Bethel CT 06801
masonry_landscaping@hotmail.com

Trees and bush item top view for landscape design..

 

There is nothing like a well-designed landscape to complement the true beauty of one’s home. We can operate on any budget to make those important changes you’ve been thinking about over the winter months. If there is ANY project that lies outside the walls of you home, we can help your visions become reality. Or if you’re more of a hands-on person, we can work closely with you, giving you all the resources and man-power to become your own landscape contractor.
Wilman Nugra, Owner
186 Grassy Plain St. Bethel CT 06801
masonry_landscaping@hotmail.com

 

The ultimate guide to spring flowers!

 

alstroemeria
Name: Alstroemeria

Hardiness: Vase life of 7–12 days | Colors: All except blue

Alstromeria is a variety of Lily that is native to South America. It comes in many color varieties, which makes the flower DIY-friendly and as an excellent filler flower in large bouquets.

anemone flower
Name: Anemone

Hardiness: Reasonably hardy, but does not hold up well in temperatures of over 90°F. | Colors: All | Affordable Alternatives: Godetia, Poppy, Ranunculus

Region: The native region varies based on species. The flower is available in many saturated colors, and white with the black center is the most popular.

Calla Lily flower
Name: Calla Lily
Hardiness: Flower has medium hardiness and holds up well in heat. | Colors: White, gold, purple | Affordable Alternatives: Alstromeria, Tulip

Calla Lilies are wildly popular (especially for weddings), and come in a range of varieties. The flower is native to cool, temperate regions in the Northern Hemisphere.

carnation flower
Name: Carnation

Hardiness: Holds up extremely well. | Colors: Basically whatever you can imagine, including colors that don’t exist in nature

This flower is used widely, and is generally purchasable by the stem. The flower hails from the Mediterranean, but is now cultivated worldwide.

CRASPEDIA (BILLY BALL) flower

Name: Craspedia (billy ball)
Hardiness: Very hardy. | Colors: Yellow, green, orange, red (also available tinted and airbrushed)

Craspedia are native to Australia and New Zealand, and are often used a filler flowers for wedding bouquets. You can generally get a good deal on stems because several are required to make a big impact.

Daffodil flower
Name: Daffodil

Hardiness: Very hardy. | Colors: Yellow, white

Daffodils are a classic flower that are native to meadows and woods in southwest Europe and North America. They play well with other soft petaled flowers, such as Ranunculus, Sweet Peas, and Irises.

Daisy flower
Name: Daisy
Hardiness: Very hardy | Colors: White, yellow, pink, red, orange

The Daisy is a spray flower that includes more than 23,000 species. These are found everywhere on Earth except Antarctica and the extreme Arctic.

Gerbera Daisy flower
Name: Daisy, Gerber

Hardiness: Very hardy | Colors: White, pink, red, purple, yellow, orange

Gerber Daisies are extremely popular and are generally used as a cut flower or for decoration. The flowers are native to the tropical regions of South America, Asia, and Africa.

Delphinium larkspur flower
Name: Delphinium (Larkspur)

Hardiness: Moderately hardy | Colors: Blue, purple, white | Affordable Alternatives: Gladiolus, Stock, Snapdragon, Lilac

Delphinium is one of the few naturally blue flowers in the world, and are native to the Northern Hemisphere and the high mountains of tropical regions in Africa.

Dianthus flower
Name: Dianthus (Sweet William)

Hardiness: Very hardy | Colors: Red, white, pink, fluffy green ball variety | Affordable Alternatives: Carnation

Dianthus flowers have a short shelf life, but are wildly adored. The flowers are native to Europe and Asia, and a few species are found in Africa.

Freesia flower
Name: Freesia
Hardiness: Very hardy | Colors: White, pink, red, purple, yellow, orange

Freesia have bell-shaped blooms and a citrus scent, which makes them great for late spring weddings. They are native to the eastern side of southern Africa (Kenya to South Africa).

Gladiolus flower
Name: Gladiolus
Hardiness: Very hardy | Colors: White, pink, red, purple, yellow, orange | Affordable Alternatives: Snapdragon, Hyacinth, Stock, Delphinium

These flowers are ideal for tall flower arrangements, and come in a wide array of colors (purple is extremely popular). They typically occur in Asia, Mediterranean Europe, South Africa, and tropical Africa.

Hyacinth flower
Name: Hyacinth

Hardiness: Moderately hardy | Colors: Purple, blue, white | Affordable Alternatives: Lilac, Snapdragon, Stock

The flower is native to the eastern Mediterranean (from south Turkey to Lebanon, throughout Syria to Northern Israel), Iraq, Northeast Iran, and Turkmenistan. They also hail from Holland.

Hydrangea flower
Name: Hydrangea

Hardiness: Moderately hardy | Colors: Any and all

Hydrangeas have been popular in gardens for years. They are native to southern and eastern Asia and the Americas, and you can find the greatest species diversity in China, Japan, and Korea.

Iris flower
Name: Iris
Hardiness: Moderately hardy | Colors: Blue, purple, yellow, white

The Iris is a super saturated, colorful flower that is found in temperate Northern Hemisphere zones from Europe to Asia, and across North America.

Lilac flower
Name: Lilac
Hardiness: Moderately hardy | Colors: White, purple | Affordable Alternatives: Hyacinth, Snapdragon, Stock

The Lilac is native to the Balkan Peninsula, but is now cultivated widely in Europe (UK, France, Germany, Italy) and across much of North America.

Lily flower
Name: Lily
Hardiness: Very hardy | Colors: Many | Affordable Alternatives: Godetia, Dianthus, Stock, Delphinium

Lilies are native to much of Europe, most of Asia to Japan, India, Indochina, the Philippines, and southern Canada. you can also find the flowers throughout much of the United States.

Lisianthus flower
Name: Lisianthus

Hardiness: Delicate | Colors: White, purple, light green, pink | Affordable Alternatives: Godetia

The Lisianthus is a delicate, delightful flower that is native to the southern Untied States, Mexico, the Caribbean, and northern South America. The flower is also known as Eustoma.

CHRYSANTHEMUM flower

Name: Mum (Chrysanthemum)

Hardiness: Very hardy | Colors: many

Chrysanthemum flowers are widely used in centerpieces, and come in a variety of colors. They are native to Asia and northeast Europe, and the center of diversity is in China.

NARCISSUS (PAPERWHITE) flower
Name: Narcissus (Paperwhite)
Hardiness: Moderately hardy | Colors: White, yellow | Affordable Alternatives: Stephanotis, Daffodil

The flowers is native to the meadows and woods in southwestern Europe and North Africa, and the center of diversity is in the western Mediterranean.

Orchid flower
Name: Orchid

Hardiness: Delicate | Colors: Many | Affordable Alternatives: Iris

The richest and most diverse species are found in the tropics, but the flower is also found above the Arctic circle, in southern Patagonia, and there are two species on the Macquarie Island.

peony flower
Name: Peony

Hardiness: Delicate | Colors: White, pink, red | Affordable Alternatives: Ranunculus, Poppy, Garden Rose, Mum, Tulip

Peonies are native to Asia, southern Europe, and western North America. Alternatives to Peonies include Sweet Juliet Roses, Cabbage Roses, Ranunculus, and Mums.

Poppy flower
Name: Poppy

Hardiness: Very delicate, vase life of four to six days | Colors: Red, orange, yellow | Affordable Alternatives: Ranunculus, Anemone

Poppies grow to be 8 to 12 inches tall. The origin of the flower is not known for sure, though in America the origin is widely attributed to Europe. The native range includes western Asia, northern Africa, and Europe.

Queen Anne’s Lace flower
Name: Queen Anne’s Lace
Hardiness: Very hardy | Colors: White, green

Queen Anne’s Lace is native to temperate regions of Europe and southwestern Asia, and has also been naturalized to North America and Australia.

Ranunculus flower
Name: Ranunculus
Hardiness: Very hardy | Colors: All except blue

Ranunculus first came in vogue for weddings in 2013, and have steadily climbed in popularity. The genus includes more than 600 species which can be found throughout North and South America, Asia, and Europe.

Rose4
Name: Rose, Garden

Hardiness: Very hardy | Colors: All except blue

Garden roses have predominantly been grown for ornamental purposes and thrive in temperate climates. The roses are known to have been grown as far back as ancient Babylon.

long stem rose flower
Name: Rose, Long Stem

Hardiness: Very hardy | Colors: All except blue | Affordable Alternatives: Lisanthus, other rose varieties

Roses are native to Asia, and smaller numbers are native to Europe, North America, and northwestern Africa.

Spray Roses
Name: Rose, Spray
Hardiness: Very hardy | Colors: All except blue

Spray roses are typically smaller than other roses (but not always), and have shorter stems than those you’ll find in classic rose bouquets.

Snapdragon flower
Name: Snapdragon
Hardiness: Moderately hardy | Colors: White, yellow, pink, lavender

Snapdragon is native to rocky areas of Europe, the United States, and northern Africa. The flowers are frequently and excellently used in table arrangements and centerpieces.

stephanotis flower
Name: Stephanotis

Hardiness: Moderately hardy | Color: White | Affordable Alternatives: Narcissus

The most popular species of Stephanotis is native to Madagascar. The flower is also known as Madagascar jasmine, waxflower, and Hawaiian wedding flower.

STOCK (GILLIFLOWER) flower
Name: Stock (Gilliflower)

Hardiness: Reasonably hardy | Colors: White, pink, red, yellow, purple, orange | Affordable Alternatives: Snapdragon, Hyacinth

Stock can be used in centerpieces and bouquets, or on its own as a green accent. The common names include night scented stock and evening scented stock, and the flower is also known in the United States as ten-weeks stock.

succulents
Name: Succulents
Hardiness: Extremely hardy | Colors: Green, gray, purple, black, pink

Succulents are ever increasing in popularity, and include 60 different plant families. Most succulents come from dry areas (think steppes, semi-desert, and deserts).

sweet pea flowers
Name: Sweet Pea

Hardiness: Very delicate | Colors: White, red, pink, purple

Sweet Peas are available in a variety of colors, and lend a burst of color to table arrangements and bouquets. The flowers are native to Sicily, southern Italy, and the Aegean Islands.

thistle flower
Name: Thistle

Hardiness: Extremely hardy | Colors: Blue, green, gray gold

Cotton and Scotch Thistle hail from Europe and West Asia and north to central Scandinavia. They are also cultivated widely around the world.

Tulip flower
Name: Tulip

Hardiness: Moderately hardy | Colors: All except blue

Tulips are loved around the world, and their native region extends through northern Africa to Greece, the Balkans, Turkey, Syria, Israel, Palestine, Lebanon, Jordan, Iran, Ukraine, southern Siberia, Mongolia, and northwestern China.

Veronica flower
Name: Veronica (Speedwell)

Hardiness: Moderately hardy | Colors: White, blue, purple, pink

Most species are from temperate Northern Hemisphere climates, though a few can be found in the Southern Hemisphere. There are many types of Veronica flowers available.

Wilman Nugra, Owner
186 Grassy Plain St. Bethel CT 06801
masonry_landscaping@hotmail.com

 

Stone works..

Happy Spring! Call now to schedule your Mulching & Cleanup work! We have experienced crews and premium bark mulch ready to go.


°Landscaping° Lawn care° Stone walls° Walkways°                                                                      °Driveways° °Tree works° Painting° Sprinklers system°                                                             °Spring clean up°

 

 

 

J&I Landscaping and Masonry LLC
Call me now: (203) 616 5510 / (203) 942 6877
Wilman Nugra, Owner
186 Grassy Plain St. Bethel CT 06801
masonry_landscaping@hotmail.com