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When I found this piece of
property I had to do a double take. The trees and layout of the
property actually looks like our logo. We are literally blanketed
under some of the oldest oak trees in the county. Being a tree hugger
and proud of it, I was very careful to nestle the buildings in such a way as
to not disturb not one tree. It was not an easy task saving these
trees, but when people arrive, they can't believe what a beautiful site it
is.
I started my business in 1984
with a strong back and a commitment to the environment and being a good shepherd
for our poor earth. Organic gardening and landscaping with low maintenance
plants and a mantra that says "right plant in the right place". I
felt that living a healthy lifestyle included using plants that would not
need to be sprayed, and poisoned. I didn't want to be part of the
pollution. I wanted to be part of the solution.
Because I live close to the
ocean, salt tolerant plants were something I paid very close attention to
and began to study. I am now known as the seaside gardening expert.
I feel very fortunate to be
able to live and work in a clean air environment with birds, butterflies,
and lots of other lovely living things.
I studied Feng Shui for
landscaping, and I love the concept and try to design gardens that have all
the elements of Feng Shui. For example, the use of water, color,
hardscapes such as boulders, fountains, statuary, and beautiful plants that
move, smell great, and improve the quality of life.
We all need to come home to a
sanctuary, whether you live in a small apartment or a grand estate. We
all want to come home to a peaceful place where our eyes can rest and enjoy
the beauty of the outdoors.
Anyway, with the help of 25
great employees, we have finally moved into what I consider one of the best
sites for a truly beautiful garden experience.
We nestled our buildings on a 4 1/2
acre site with ancient oak trees. The birds and butterflies are
incredible here. The property looks like a park but only better.
We have a state of the art
flower and gift shoppe in a beautiful new building which is about 2000 sq.
ft. and a garden center which is 6000sq. ft. It looks bigger thanks to
the walls that are 25 feet high.
I love it. Between the cats,
dog, tropical birds, and the flowers it makes visiting and shopping at
Nature Scapes a true experience in nature.
Marylou
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