August is here! The peak of summer brings a bounty of natural beauty and opportunities for nature events and outdoor adventures before heading into the cooler autumn months. Make the most of the warmth by touring our local gardens. From learning the duties of a farmer who cultivates our natural world, to exploring wildlife on…

Welcome to July! Summer is in full swing, and nature is in full bloom. Let the endless possibilities of immersive outdoor experiences guide this month’s activity agenda for you and your family. Explore the vibrant colors and diverse plant life among guided garden walks, and learn more about the phenomenon that is nature through a…

Welcome to May! This month, Brian Daly Designs invites you to step outside and immerse yourself in nature with enriching outdoor events and educational landscape and gardening classes. Hosted across DC and Northern Virginia, these events will inspire, educate, and deepen your connections with the natural beauty of our planet. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener,…

As April showers prepare to bring May flowers, it’s the perfect time for gardening enthusiasts and families to engage in activities around the DMV. This spring, our local area brings multiple opportunities to truly take in the local nature with a variety of enriching nature walks, family events, garden tours, and educational classes. So, get…

The Start Of Spring As warmer weather begins to set in and we approach the first day of spring, March is the perfect time to embrace nature’s beauty with outdoor activities to accommodate everyone while also learning about some great landscape design and maintenance habits! Here at Brian Daly Designs, we believe not only in…

Setting Your Landscaping Goals As February approaches and dreams of sunny, spring days occupy our thoughts, it’s the perfect moment to engage in outdoor activities and discover the charm of our nearby gardens. Exploring nature not only improves one’s physical state, but mental as well, including lowering stress levels. With spring cleaning and resetting your…

With the August coming to an end and thoughts of cool autumn days teasing the imagination, it’s time to get a few chores done in the garden – here are a few of our favorite landscaping tips and tricks to finish the summer on a high note. So get out the pruning shears and the…

Landscape design is an art form, and every art form has its own rules and principles that help to ensure a composition that both functions as intended and conveys a story or message. Artists’ mediums certainly differ. A sculptor might use marble, a painter watercolors, a writer words, an architect masonry. But no matter the…

July is the height of summer and a peak time for gardens in our region. Whether you’re tending to shrubs, herbs, or flowers, there’s lots to do to keep your landscape looking its best in July. After the 4th of July cookouts and fireworks are behind us, it’s time to roll up our sleeves and…

Hiring a professional landscape designer can breathe life into your yard with stunning plants, lighting, and hardscapes that fit your lifestyle and budget. Yet the people who want to hire one of these horticulture wizards are often overwhelmed by how to find the right expert to bring their vision to fruition. Each landscape designer has…