American Cancer Society Fundraiser

Apex Landscape is proud to again be contributing to the Cattle Baron's Ball fundraiser for the American Cancer Society on August 13, 2010.  Come out and support it, I can assure you you will have a good time in support of a great cause!  Tickets are available at cbbgrandrapids.com or at 616.364.6121.  Some of the event highlights are:


• 150-200 Premium Silent Auction Items
• 10-12 Fabulous Live Auction Items
• Your Cancer Journey in Three Words Video
• Tree of Hope Art Project by Paul Collins, with Paul in person signing limited edition,
numbered prints; and the original oil painting sold in the live auction
• House of Hope—a Child’s Custom Playhouse by Scott Christopher Homes,
featured on-site; playhouse will be sold in the live auction
• The Blue Bull Challenge featuring Blue Cross, Blue Shield of Michigan
Executives challenging you to “ride the bull!” matching fund donation
• 50/50 Cash Raffle Drawings at 8:45 pm. Ticket prices: $5 * $10 * $20
(need not be present to win)
• Beer Raffle Drawing at 11:00 pm. Ticket price: $5
Must be 21 to purchase a ticket. (need not be present to win)
• Cattle Cactus Juice—featured drink at the Late Night Party Cash Bar
• Water Gun Shoot-Out at the O.K. Godwin Plumbing Corral at the Late
Night Party (pending). Donation to play.
• National Celebrity DJ Rekka, spinning a mix of country western songs with a
wide variety of today’s hits from different genres. This is your one-time
opportunity to enjoy DJ Rekka’s amazing talent who plays exclusively
for Hollywood celebrities!

Before and After Front Entry

Apex landscape is currently working on this re-designed front entrance.  We wanted to give this home a more functional entrance and keep with the modern architecture.  We used a dyed concrete and saw cut it on 2' x 2' squares to give it the look of tile.  We also integrated Mexican Beach Pebble and Creeping Lilly Turf to give the design an edgy feel.  I think it is coming together nicley.  Visit our facebook page for more pics of this project.  

Apex and Habitat for Humanity Team up

Apex Landscape had an opportunity to donate a landscape to Habitat for Humanity this month.  It was a 1029 Hovey in Grand Rapids.  It was a great experience and we are proud to be a part of such a tremendous organization.  We were able to work with a wonderful group of volunteers and help out a worthy family.  Habitat for Humanity's mission is to assist its affiliates to increase capacity to build simple decent homes in partnership with people in need in the State of Michigan.  In 2009, H for H affiliates built or rehabbed 235 homes in partnership with people in need.  Currently, 3,225 Michigan families live in a Habitat for Humanity home. An exciting aspect of this particular home is that it is a LEED Certified project.  It is nice to see so many people coming together to do something that is good for the economy, the earth, and the community.  

Ada project photo update

This is a project that we are just wrapping up.  The clients wanted to create more useable space in their back yard while also adding some interest.  The result is a natural stone wall and perennial garden.  Of course this will take a couple years to really shine as the plants will need to mature and fill in.  We tried to give the rock a softer more natural look rather than stacking the rock and creating a harsh retaining wall.  This is phase one and we are very excited to continue to add to this great backyard retreat. If you would like to reshape your landscape or have any questions regarding the materials and plants used on this project feel free to contact Apex Landscape today. 

Planters in your landscape

Planters are an underused addition to the landscape.  They are a great way to dress up a patio, deck or a front door.  Planters can add an architectural element as well as providing you with a low maintenance way to add color and interest to your landscape. One of my favorites uses is to put "fireworks" fountain grass in planters on either side of your front door.  It is a bright red grass that adds a tremendous amount of color and interest to a landscape and they look wonderful in a planter.  They are an annual in our climated and make for a simple and inexpensive way to make a statement in your landscape.  They retail for around $15.00.  If you want to freshen up your front door, pick up a couple of planters from Loll Designs for $114.00 each, a bag of soil, and two "fireworks" fountain grass and you have created a bold new look for less than $270.  It is quick, easy and fun.  The best part is the planters are made from a recycled poly and will last for years and you can put something fun and different in them next year for another new look.  For more ideas or information on ordering planters and plants contact Apex Landscape today!

Michigan Blue Magazine article

Apex Landscape has a project featured in the spring issue of Michigan Blue Magazine.  It can be found on page 52.  The article features a project we did with Blue Water Pools last summer on the coast of Lake Michigan.  The Spring issue comes out this month and can be found at most newsstands.  See the entire article here.

Cool trash cans?

When it comes to waste containers, bike racks, benches, etc; Landscape Forms is one of my favorites.  Landscape Forms is the leading designer and manufacturer of site furniture in North America. Founded in 1969, they have earned a reputation for great design, high quality products and exceptional service.  One of the best parts of Landscape Forms is that they are based right here in Michigan and provide over 180  jobs at their manufacturing and corporate facility in Kalamazoo.  They are also committed to the environment.  Environmental sustainability is completely consistent with Landscape Forms purpose, their goals, their values and their principles. They make stewardship of the environment a vital part of their business.  Here is one example of their products.  I think their products beautify and simplify every home or business.  Contact Apex Landscape today to inquire about adding something from Landscape Forms to your outdoor living space.