by mchale | Jan 7, 2026 | Sustainable Landscaping
Designing a residential landscape should feel exciting, not overwhelming. Yet many outdoor spaces fall short because of early planning missteps. These mistakes often affect how the landscape functions, looks, and matures over time. Poor decisions can also increase...
by jonathan | Dec 15, 2025 | Sustainable Landscaping
Healthy lawns grow from steady lawn care that adjusts with the seasons. Soil shifts as weather changes, and turf responds to these shifts in real time. When each season gets the right attention, your lawn supports nearby plantings, strengthens outdoor living spaces,...
by jonathan | Oct 5, 2025 | Sustainable Landscaping
In Maryland, autumn and winter set the stage for spring success. Cooler air, steady rain, and resting plants create ideal conditions for smart work. With the right plan, your residential landscape stays healthy and looks cared for. Our landscape architects tailor...
by mchale | Jun 26, 2017 | Sustainable Landscaping
Eco-roofs, or green roofs, have continued to sprout up in residential neighborhoods throughout the U.S. over the last decade. Their burgeoning popularity largely stems from the environmental benefits they offer – such as stormwater retention, improved air quality, and...
by mchale | Jun 21, 2016 | Landscape Design, Sustainable Landscaping
Protecting the Chesapeake Bay and preserving its natural aquatic ecosystem is an enduring goal for those living and working near Washington, D.C. As conservation minded professionals, McHale Landscape Design must anticipate any and all environmental effects on...
by mchale | Mar 16, 0201 | Sustainable Landscaping
At McHale Landscape Design, each design-build project is undertaken with an eye toward sustainable landscaping. Whether populating gardens with native plants, which aid the environment by reducing the need for fertilizers and pesticides, or installing green roofs that...
