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Iowa Garden Design and Landscape Education |
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| When Perennial Gardens was founded in 1996, it was important to Linda Grieve, a former educator, to have education as one of the cornerstones of the business. Linda and her staff have the knowledge and public speaking experience to offer the following to your organization or club. 8 Steps to a Beautiful Landscape
Bare to Beautiful
Challenges to Opportunities in the Landscape
Container Gardening
Cottage Gardens
Designing With Bulbs
Hardscaping 101
How to Create an Outdoor Room
Iowa Home Landscape Design
New and Underused Perennials
Night Lighting
Ornamental Grasses
Perennials Through the Seasons
Plant Combinations
Right Plant, Right Place
Seasonal Interest
Structure in the Garden
Tips for Unique Iowa Garden Design In addition to the above topics, we also offer individual consultations on the dynamics of an existing Iowa garden design or landscape, as well as how to develop its full potential. Tours of the nursery grounds and display gardens are also available upon request. If you are interested in learning more about our educational services, please contact our office. Thank you!
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Linda Grieve Linda founded Perennial Gardens in 1996 to fill a need in the Des Moines area for quality Iowa garden design, installation and maintenance. Linda’s background includes a BS in psychology, a Masters degree in education/counseling and numerous courses in design and plant materials from U. of Nebraska and DMACC. Linda is involved in several organizations, including serving as the current secretary/treasurer of the Iowa Nursery and Landscape Association and a member of the Site Development Committee at Terrace Hill. Linda’s many interests include gardening, reading and traveling with her family. lindagrieve@perennialgardens.biz |
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James Noelck James, registered Landscape Architect, has been managing Perennial Gardens since 1997. James has 12 years experience in design/build projects from their conception through installation and follow-up. James’ speaking experience includes the Des Moines Botanical Center, garden clubs across central Iowa and other organizations. James enjoys outdoor activities, such as golf and gardening, and spending time with his family. jamesnoelck@perennialgardens.biz |
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Lynn Kuhn Lynn, registered Landscape Architect and Certified Nursery Professional in Iowa, has 12 years experience in residential and commercial landscape design and construction. Lynn has much public speaking experience on topics related to the design process and landscaping issues. She enjoys gardening, reading, home improvement projects and spending time with her family. |
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Dan Canova Dan, Operations Manager, has a Bachelors of Landscape Architecture from Iowa State University. Dan’s unique design and construction experience includes involvement in projects such as Better Homes and Gardens Test Gardens, 1999 US Senior Open, and numerous residential projects. Dan enjoys hunting, golf, remodeling and spending time with his 3 children. dancanova@perennialgardens.biz |
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Garden Care is one of our specialties. Our crews have the expertise to not only provide the proper care your garden needs to look its best, but also the creativity to provide seasonal color that goes beyond annuals. We can visit your garden weekly, monthly, seasonally or just for special occasions. gardenmaintenance@perennialgardens.biz |
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Installation Crews at Perennial Gardens are very experienced. They can do everything from constructing walls, patios and ponds, to planting trees, shrubs and perennials. They also have skills in carpentry, lighting and specialty water features. You will find our crews dedicated to getting the job done right! |
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