Our Landscaping Blog

Welcome to the White Oak Landscapes blog! Here, we share expert advice, creative inspiration, and practical tips to help you transform your outdoor spaces into beautiful, functional landscapes. Whether you’re looking to learn about native Oregon plants, sustainable landscaping practices, or design ideas for backyard patios, garden beds, or even a meadow, our blog is your go-to resource. At White Oak Landscapes, we’re passionate about creating outdoor spaces that reflect the natural beauty of Oregon while meeting the unique needs of each property. Explore our posts and discover how we can help you bring your landscaping vision to life!

Rain Gardens

What Is A Rain Garden And How Does It Work?

If you're dealing with drainage issues such as standing water, soggy lawns, or soil erosion, a rain garden ...
Creative Drainage Solutions

Creative Drainage Solutions For Oregon Landscapes

In Clackamas County, Oregon, the combination of frequent heavy rains, clay-rich soils, and diverse terrain creates unique drainage ...
How To Handle Elevation Changes In Your Landscape

How To Handle Elevation Changes In Your Landscape

Oregon homeowners often face the challenge of landscaping properties with uneven or sloped terrain. Whether you have a ...
High End Property Maintenance

Landscape Maintenance for Oregon’s Luxury Properties: What to Look For in a Professional Company

Maintaining a high-value property requires more than basic landscape care-it demands a specialized team that understands the intricate ...
Replacing Timber Retaining Walls

From Rot to Rock: Replacing Timber Retaining Walls

Replacing an old, rotting timber retaining wall not only improves the stability and safety of your landscape but ...
Incorporating Retaining Walls Into Your Landscaping

5 Ways to Incorporate Retaining Walls into Your Oregon Property

In Oregon, retaining walls are more than a functional necessity-they're an opportunity to enhance the beauty, usability, and ...
landscaping the front yard

Affordable Front Yard Landscaping Projects To Improve Your Curb Appeal

Like many things in our lives, the front yard is often overlooked and under prioritized. Finding the time ...
mulch installation

Why You Should Add Fresh Mulch to Your Landscape & Garden Beds

WHAT IS MULCH? Mulch is any material that covers the ground's surface to form a protective layer. It's ...
lawn care company

Who Is The Best Lawn Care Company In Oregon City, OR?

You spend time, energy, and money trying to make your yard beautiful, but it’s hard work, and you’d ...
landscaping a small backyard

Tips For Landscaping In A Small Backyard

Do you dream of a beautiful backyard where you could spend your time relaxing and entertaining friends but ...
landscape plants for your zone

Plant Hardiness Zones & How to Choose The Best Plants for Your Zone

Even for the most veteran gardeners, landscaping and gardening can feel like a rollercoaster ride. One minute, your ...
retaining wall

Ideas for a Sloped Yard

If you live in a hilly town, sloped neighborhood, or rolling countryside, you know how intimidating it can ...
landscape lighting

How To Light Up Your Backyard

Landscape lighting is the secret weapon of landscape design. It’s one of the most affordable ways to elevate ...
landscaping

How to Landscape with Rocks & Natural Stones

Rocks and natural stones can do so much to enhance the look of your landscape and solve many ...
landscaping

Hardscaping vs. Softscaping: What You Should Know

Do you stroll through your neighborhood eyeing the beautiful landscaping of your neighbors, wishing you could turn your ...
retaining wall installation

5 Things Every Oregon City, OR Homeowner Should Know Before Building A Retaining Wall

5 Things Every Homeowner Should Know Before Building A Retaining Wall Retaining walls are a great way to ...
landscaping

Drought Tolerant Landscaping Or Xeriscaping

A Beautiful Looking Landscaped Property Without Wasting Water! We specialize in drought resistant and drought tolerant landscaping. Drought tolerant ...

Choosing A Lawn Care Company For Your HOA or Townhome Association.

Home Owner Associations want to see their property well taken care of. Healthy looking grass, neat and tidy ...
landscaping

Backyard landscaping Ideas Without Grass

Backyard landscaping Ideas Without Grass Maintaining your backyard nice and neat can sometimes be challenging. Successfully growing healthy, ...
property maintenance

The Fall Is A Great Time To Give Your Lawn Some Attention

The Fall Is A Great Time To Give Your Lawn Some Attention Do you love having a property ...