Landscape Design and Gardening Resource Guide

Spring Garden Care in Medfield, MA: What to Do After Winter Damage

Monique Allen — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:16:49 GMT

If you’ve stepped outside recently and really taken a look, you’ve probably felt it.

Take Control of Your Regenerative Landscape Project: Tips to Ensure Success

Monique Allen — Thu, 27 Jun 2024 14:00:00 GMT

Regenerative landscape design and implementation is a core concept for The Garden Continuum. We aim to improve the health of the soil and local ecosystem through the design and implementation of landscapes that delight and inspire. We strive to offer benefits like increased biodiversity and water filtration along with improving pollinator habitat. However, building these landscapes can be complex, as it requires careful consideration of factors like native plant selection, soil building practices, and minimal disruption to the existing environment.

Does your landscape need help? Here's why Regenerative Design is Best!

Monique Allen — Thu, 06 Jun 2024 12:30:00 GMT

Landscape as Oasis

At The Garden Continuum, we believe your landscape can be an oasis that flourishes in harmony with nature without burdening you. Our philosophy centers on regenerative design inspired by our unique Life-Scape Method. This approach, detailed in Monique Allen's book "STOP Landscaping, START Life-Scaping," goes beyond aesthetics to create a sustainable ecosystem. To be clear, sustainability doesn’t invite neglect or mean no maintenance. It means working in a way that encourages balance and harmony with nature so you are not a slave to gardening chores.

Grow Your Own: A Beginner's Guide to Sustainable Vegetable Gardening at Home

Monique Allen — Thu, 23 May 2024 12:30:00 GMT

The Garden Continuum, a landscape design/build and fine gardening company based in Medfield, Massachusetts, has been transforming outdoor spaces since 1991. Our mission is to create beautiful, environmentally friendly landscapes that draw you into them to play, entertain, and rest your bones, minds, and hearts when nothing is better than nature to restore you. We call these spaces “Life-Scapes”.

The 2023 landscape season and what to look forward to in 2024

Monique Allen & Nina O'Brien — Thu, 28 Dec 2023 12:30:00 GMT

Gardening is an ever-evolving dance with nature, where each season brings its own set of challenges and delights. In Massachusetts, the gardening community experienced a dramatic shift from 2022 to 2023 as the climate swung from warmth and drought to abundant rainfall. The climate variances between these two years profoundly impacted landscapes, leaving homeowners and landscapers grappling with unexpected challenges.

What is eco-friendly gardening and why is it so important?

Monique Allen & Nina O'Brien — Thu, 26 Oct 2023 11:30:00 GMT

In an era when environmental consciousness is at the forefront of global discussions, it's no surprise that eco-friendly gardens have gained significant attention. More than just a trendy buzzword, creating an eco-friendly garden is a meaningful step toward a sustainable future. In this blog post, we'll explore the significance of eco-friendly gardens and provide you with practical tips to create one in your own backyard.

Garden strategies that will help you restore and revive your landscape

Monique Allen & Nina O'Brien — Sat, 30 Sep 2023 11:00:00 GMT

Have you ever gazed at your garden and felt something was amiss? The once-vibrant landscape now appears cluttered and lackluster, leaving you yearning for the days when your garden flourished. The late summer and early fall are excellent times for landscape assessment. At The Garden Continuum, we love this time of year to plan for fall work and the edits we will make in the fall or the upcoming spring.

3 simple steps to make beautiful and creative container gardens

Monique Allen & Nina O'Brien — Sat, 23 Sep 2023 11:30:00 GMT

From glossy magazines to Main Street, we've all admired those beautiful window boxes and flower pots in spring, summer, fall, and even wintertime. Whether you possess a spacious backyard or a cozy balcony, container planting unlocks a realm of possibilities, enabling you to craft mesmerizing displays of vibrant greenery and blossoms in all seasons!

Expert tips to help beginners work smarter, not harder in the garden

Monique Allen & Nina O'Brien — Thu, 10 Aug 2023 11:30:00 GMT

Kneeling and bending over as a gardener can take a toll on your body. As you get older, it starts to feel like the knees you were born with went on vacation and returned with imposters that protest your every move. And, you might start to notice your back groans and cracks like a chorus of swaying white pines, trying to outdo each other in the symphony of aches and pains.

The top 10 things to consider before switching to an outdoor career

Monique Allen & Nina O'Brien — Thu, 03 Aug 2023 12:00:00 GMT

If you’re feeling confused about shifting careers to pursue a passion, you’re not alone. It’s a multi-layered decision that requires careful planning and research. I can say this with some conviction, because I made that difficult decision myself recently. Two years ago, rather than accept a corporate job offer, I took a risk and committed to a Fine Gardening internship at The Garden Continuum (TGC). In turn, TGC took a chance on me.