Mariah Nelson

If you're planning a new patio, walkway or outdoor gathering space in Flagstaff, there's a good chance you've asked: Pavers or concrete? It's a question we hear often. At Agassiz Landscape Group, we build our patios with pavers — and that's intentional. Between Flagstaff's freeze-and-thaw cycles, the ability to make localized repairs, and the enormous range of design options available, pavers offer several advantages we value when designing landscapes in Northern Arizona. That doesn't mean...

When you hear the words low-water landscape, what comes to mind? For a lot of homeowners, it's something like this: Rock. More rock. Maybe a plant or two. And then some more rock. But creating a water-conscious landscape doesn't mean giving up everything that makes an outdoor space feel alive. In fact, some of our favorite Northern Arizona landscapes combine thoughtful planting, natural materials and efficient irrigation to create spaces that feel lush and inviting without relying on...

One of the questions we hear frequently during summer in Flagstaff is surprisingly simple: “It rained yesterday. Do I still need to water?” The answer? It depends. Monsoon storms can give our landscapes some much-needed moisture, but one afternoon of rain doesn't necessarily mean your entire property received enough water to turn the irrigation off for the week. Knowing when to adjust your irrigation — and when not to — can make a big difference in the health of your landscape. Don't Assume...