As you approach a new landscape project, therefore, consider letting a landscape architect help you envision the right marriage between your site, its climate conditions, and the planned use of your outdoor space. Katherine Field of Katherine Field and Associates recommends the use of native plants, particularly in larger landscapes, as a fitting and pleasing means by which "to restore the natural character" of your yard.

Read more about landscape and exteriors in the current issue of Southern New England Home. Click here to receive a copy. In addition, listed below are several vendors that can help you in making your yard and the exterior of your house beautiful.

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Atlantic Shutters
Designer Fence Co.
Gates Leighton & Associates, Inc.
Gregory Lombardi Design
Katherine Field and Associates