Perfect Plant Replacement for Yews in New Hampshire

Love the look of Taxus/ Yews, but can't stand what the deer do to them every year. Well this plant is a great substitute and most people will not even notice the difference. Cephalaotaxus harringtonia is a plant that deer will not touch, this plant does well in the New Hampshire Lakes Region and should be on your plant list.

Want the look of Natural Stone for Less!

Belgard Pavers and Natures Elite landscaping can give you the look of Natural Stone without the high price tag. Belgard Lafitt Patio Slab has that look at a price you will like. Contact your Local Belgard Authorized installer from Natures Elite Landscaping, we can by reached at 603-630-7476 or by email at steve@natureselitenh.com

Going Green With Allan Block and Natures Elite Landscaping

Everyone wants to do their part in helping the environment, Allan Block has come out with a new Allan Block Fieldstone collection, that is using recycled materials, this wall system is a 2 part block the back part of the wall that is buried in stone is the part that uses the recycled materials, these blocks are also manufactured locally reducing fuel consumption for deliveries. Help do you part to go green with Allan Block and Natures Elite Landscaping Gilford NH

Retaining Walls Gilford New Hampshire

Natures Elite is a Certified Wall installation company serving all of New Hampshire's Lakes Regions. For a free onsite consultation and design review, please contact us at 603-630-7476 or email steve@natureselitenh.com The owner of the company Steve Mitchell Just recently passed the Allan Block Wall installers test with a score of 98%!

Belgard Outdoor Fireplaces In The New Hampshire Lakes Region

Outdoor fireplaces are becoming very popular, with people creating additional outdoor living spaces, these extra areas are great for entertaining or just relaxing, Belgard outdoor living has options available for pizza ovens, sinks and just about whatever you could dream up can be incorporated into your outdoor living area. Feel free to call for a free onsite consultation with a Belgard Authorized installer. We can be reached at steve@natureselitenh.com or you can call to set up a site visit at 603-630-7476

Fire Pits Installed in New Hampshire Lakes Region

Fire pits are one of those things every member of the family enjoys, from young to old, they light up the night, keep you warm and help keep the bugs away.These pre-manufactured units from Belgard pavers are a great addition to an existing patio, or if you have a safe area in your yard roughly 20-25 ft away from your house and away from low overhanging branches, they can be professionally installed in a couple of hours. It's a good idea to dig out the area you want the fire pi,t and install a base of processed gravel or crushed stone to keep your pit level and stable. These units also have screens available for windy times or for if you want to retire early. Always check with your local fire department and your insurance company before installing these units.

NH Lakes Region Landscapers Review On Angies List

Natures Elite Landscaping has just recently signed up for Angies List. This is an independent site where customers have the opportunity to rate how well the contractor did or didn't do on the work that they were hired to perform. Check out our reviews on Angies List.

NHLA Spring Conference

In this industry it's very important to keep up to date on all new technology and trends. That's why its important to belong to the local and national landscape organizations. The more we support them, the more they are able to support us with all of the new things in the Green Industry. I just returned from the New Hampshire Landscape Associations Spring Conference, Great seminar and speakers. Thanks to all who put this show on!

Landscape Professionals Serving New Hampshire's Lakes Region

Your landscaping is a big investment and should be treated as one. You want to make sure your trees and shrubs live a long healthy life. That's why you need to hire professional landscape company's to maintain your investment, company's that have taken the time to become certified and have done all of the training programs to keep up with the latest pruning and mulching techniques. The company you should consider is Natures Elite Landscaping, serving all of New Hampshire's lakes Regions.

New Hampshire lakes Region Condominium Landscaping Specialists!

Tired of not getting the service your paying for or worse getting the service and having it done by people who are less than professional. Then if you live in and around the New Hampshire lakes Region you owe it to yourself to call the Condominium Specialists at Natures Elite landscaping. We are New Hampshire Certified landscape professionals that take pride in our work, we have the plant and landscape knowledge to assure that your investment is well taken care of, all work is done on time in a Prompt, Professional manner by trained professionals. Feel free to call for a complimentary onsite consultation. You can reach us by email at steve@natureselitenh.com or by phone at 603-630-7476  feel free to check out our testimonials at www.natureselitenh.com

Concrete Paver Sealing And Cleaning

Sealing your pavers is a great way to prolong the looks and the life of your pavers, not to mention the benefits you get when the job is done. Pavers that are done with products like a wet look sealer will be a big improvement over regular pavers, these sealers really bring out all of the textures in the pavers and show off your investment. Feel free to call Natures Elite landscaping at 603-630-7476 or email steve@natureselitenh.com for a free consultation. We are Techniseal  Certified Applicators.

Signs of Spring in New Hampshire

The first signs of Spring in New Hampshire have arrived.

New Hampshire Lakes Region Landscape Contractors

If you live in or around the New Hampshire lakes Region, the company to call for all of your landscaping needs is Natures Elite landscaping, serving all of New Hampshire's lakes Regions. We offer design, installation and maintenance service, feel free to call for a complimentary onsite consultation. 603-630-7476 or email steve@natureselitenh.com

Allan Block Certified Installers NH

Steve Mitchell the owner of Natures Elite landscaping, just recently took the Allan Block Certified Installers exam and passed with a score of 98%. So if you are considering installing and block walls in New Hampshire make sure you contact a Certified Professional. You can reach Steve at 603-63-7476 or by email steve@natureselitenh.com

Pavers Installed with 100% Satisfaction Guaranty NH lakes Region

Tired of not getting the service and attention you deserve. We are Certified Landscape professionals that stand by our work with a 100% satisfaction Guaranty. Call us for a free no obligation consultation. Natures Elite landscaping 603-630-7476 or email steve@natureselitenh.com

Brick Paver Installers in New Hampshire

Pavers are known by many names, concrete pavers are commonly referred to as brick pavers. What ever type of Paver you may consider, be it Clay or concrete, you can rest assured when you have a Certified installer do the job. Call for a free onsite consultation and estimate 603-630-7476 or email us at steve@natureselitenh.com

Update Existing Paver Patio!

Tired of looking at that same old boring Paver Patio, now might be the time for some upgrading. At Natures Elite Landscaping, we can take your old patio and install a circle kit or borders to give it that curb appeal that people like. Feel free to call for a complimentary onsite consultation to find out what you can do to upgrade that patio.

Landscape Designers In The NH Lakes Region.

Spring will be here soon and now is the time to think about designing that dream yard you always wanted to have. Natures Elite Landscaping can help you with the design and installation process. We have a complete digital imaging system, to show you before and after pictures before you spend any money. We offer free onsite consultation and complimentary digital imaging. We have NH Certified Landscape Professionals to do all of your installation work. You can rest assured you will be in good hands when you hire Natures Elite Landscaping. Serving all of NH Lakes Regions.

ICPI Certified Paver Installers Gilford NH

Natures Elite landscaping is a team of ICPI Certified Paver installers serving Gilford NH and the Lakes Region. When your considering having pavers installed, make sure you hire a company with ICPI Certified Installers. Natures Elite landscaping your lakes Region ICPI Certified Paver Installers.

A View Of Permeable Construction

This is a cross section of how a permeable driveway or patio is constructed. The different layers of stone filter the water as it is put back into the ground to recharge the Aquafier System. These project designs will help our environment for years to come. When you want to think Green, Think Permeable Pavement!

Lakes Region Property Maintenance

Natures Elite landscaping is the NH Lakes Regions Specialists when it comes to Condominiums and Homeowners Associations. We have NH Certified Landscape Professionals on all of our property's to make sure all work is done to the highest standards. When you want the best Call Natures Elite Landscaping at 603-630-7476 or email us at steve@natureselitenh.com. Please feel free to check our references at www.natureselitenh.com

New Website

We are proud to announce we have just launched our newly revised website. www.natureselitenh.com, I would like to thank Mark Bedard of Creative Design Innovations for a Great Job and all of his hard work. Take a look and let me know what you think, the site was optimized for tablet and smart phone use.

Proper Pruning

Proper Pruning is something we practice and live by at Natures Elite Landscaping. There are far too many people that just come in and round the shrubs up, they way they think they should be done. Most plants have different characteristics that allow you to enjoy them at different times of the year. Most plants if not pruned correctly will not thrive and be as vibrant as they could or should be. We practice proper pruning techniques on all of our properties, feel free to call if you would be interested in having professional pruning done on your property.

Ponds and Pond less Waterfalls

Ponds and Pond Less waterfalls are a great way to bring joy and excitement to your yard. They can be focal points or just tucked away in a private corner of your yard. With the new Pond Less waterfalls, there is no worries about children and pets around the water area, Pond Less is a safe and attractive alternative that will be something you and your family will really enjoy.

The Benefits of Permeable Pavers

Paver Inlays For Asphalt Driveways

Love the look of Paver driveways ,but the cost is to high. Paver inlays are a great way to dress up asphalt driveways. You can do borders on the left and right side, aprons at the end of the driveway, borders in front of the garage, or a circle kit some where that will really show off your property. This work can be done to any and all existing driveways. Feel free to call for an onsite consultation. We can even do Permeable Pavers for areas with water problems. Call the Paver Experts at Natures Elite Landscaping. When you think Pavers think Natures Elite! Call 603-630-7476 or email steve@natureselitenh.com

Best Paver Installation Guaranty!

Natures Elite Landscaping of Gilford NH would like to let everyone know that we offer a full 5 year Guarantee on all Paver installation work. Also the Belgard Pavers we use come with a Lifetime Guaranty

Techniseal Polymeric Sand is all we use!

Installing pavers is hard work. When you are finished with all of that hard work, the last thing you want to see on your Paver walkway or patio are ant hills or weeds growing through the Paver joints. You have just invested all of this time and effort, not to mention money, to build the best walkways and patios around. Now is not the time to skimp or try and save money. Natures Elite will not install any Paver products without using Techniseal Polymeric Joint Sand. You want your jobs to look great for years down the road. Insist on Techniseal Polymeric Sand! Check out the video on how to install correctly on our previous blog.

Techniseal Polymeric Sand for Paver Joints Installation Procedure

How to install Mulch

Installing Mulch  might seem like a simple thing, the problem is that people just keep putting an additional 2-3 inches of new fresh mulch every year. Yes new mulch looks and smells great, but 2-3 inches a year over 5 years adds up to about a foot of mulch applied in 5 years, yes it does break down, but not that quick. The best options for your mulch beds is to turn that mulch over mid-season, it will look and smell great. Also when you re-apply in the spring just a light top coat is all you need, 1 to 1.5 inches is more than enough for existing tree and shrub beds. Also every 3 years consider removing a couple of inches of the old mulch before applying new mulch, this old mulch can be used for new planting beds, walkways or where ever you may need it.

Rain Gardens are a great Idea.

Trouble with water on your property, low spots, down spouts, you might want to consider installing a Rain Garden to help with the water. Rain Gardens will help filter and absorb that excess water, all while creating a new beautiful planting area in your yard. Do something that will benefit the environment and yourself, consider a Rain Garden for water runoff.

Root Collar Excavation

In these days of more is better, bigger is better, the one thing in landscaping we need to remember and watch out for is over mulching, more is not better. More mulch can cause all kinds of problems with your trees and shrubs, girdling roots is one major problem, the trees root system will actually circle the base of the tree and start to choke it off, you will notice die back on branches that does not seem normal. There is a remedy for this, it's called a root collar excavation, you could use an air spade or you could remove the material by hand, the picture above is a tree we did in Gilford NH, we removed almost 2 yards of material from the base of this tree. With proper care and fertilization, this tree will do much better and provide years of enjoyment for the homeowners.

Belgard Pavers Lifetime Guaranty!

Belgard Pavers is proud to offer a lifetime Guaranty on all pavers installed by an ICPI Certified Installer. Natures Elite is Proud to be ICPI Certified Installers and also Belgard Authorized Installers.

Proper Grading Prevents House Problems

Landscaping is often associated with trees and shrubs, the most important parts of proper landscaping procedures are sometimes never seen, the underground drains that channel water away from foundations, the grading that keeps moisture away from the trim boards and siding. These are the things that Landscape Professionals do when installing a new or existing landscape. The cost of hiring a professional will be worth it in the long run.

Top 5 reasons To Hire Natures Elite Landscaping

#1 New Hampshire Certified Landscape Professionals
#2 New Hampshire Landscape Association Members
#3 Belgard Pavers Authorized Installers
#4 ICPI Certified Installers
#5 Techniseal Certified Applicators

This is just a partial list of the reasons you should hire Natures Elite Landscaping for your next project. The best reason of all is customer satisfaction, please feel free to check our testimonials page at www.natureselitenh.com . Hopefully you will be on our list soon!

Natures Elite Landscaping is in the January 2013 issue of Total Landscape Care Magazine

We would like to thank Total Landscape Care Magazine for writing the article about us for the January 3 2013 issue, featuring a property we had completed overlooking New Found Lake. A special thanks to Lauren Heartsill Dowdle for the great article.

Going mobile

Winters here and now is the time we look back at all we have done and all we could have done better. We are focusing on our website re-design, with the help of Mark Bedard from Creative Design Innovations, we are getting our website ready for the new year, we are making it more friendly for all of the people who use their tablets and phones to find us.We look forward to the launch of this new site some time in Mid February, Also feel free to contact Mark, he does Great work in a timely manner at very reasonable prices. I would highly recommend him! You can contact him at mark.bedard34@gmail.com

A must for all landscape enthusiasts

Bedrock Gardens in Lee NH is a must see for all ages, anyone that is interested in landscaping and or artwork will surely enjoy this special place.

Paver Walkways

Natures Elite recently completed two walkways at a home in Meredith NH, both walkways were done with Belgard Pavers Holland Stone. The color was Faneuil Hall  and the Paver was laid in a herringbone pattern. This is the back walkway and there is an additional walkway going to the front entrance.

Courtyards and Entrance Ways.

Pavers Granite and Natural stone make a great combination for this Entrance Way in Center Harbor NH. The Pavers are Belgard and the stone wall and granite step are all local native materials, the walls were done in a cultured stone. All work completed by Natures Elite Landscaping Master Craftsmen.

Outdoor Rooms

Outdoor rooms are a big part of landscape design, patios can be a big part of your outdoor rooms. Whether you have a fire pit or a hot tub, it's nice to be able to spend time outdoors, Belgard Pavers and Natures Elite Landscaping can help make that dream come true, please feel free to call or email for a free site visit and consultation to decide what would be best for you and your family. You can reach us at 603-630-7476 or email steve@natureselitenh.com

Permeable Paver Driveway Gilford NH

Natures Elite Landscaping crew members getting ready to install the border on a Belgard SubTerra Permeable Paver driveway in Gilford NH. Natures Elite are Belgard Authorized Contractors as well as ICPI Certified Paver installers. We are available through out  the lakes region for all of your landscaping needs.

Belgard Retaining Walls

Natures Elite landscaping is proud to be a Belgard Authorized Installer, this is a photo of  the Belgard Belair retaining wall installed at Scenic Heights Condominiums in Gilford NH.

NH Lakes Region Condo Associations Property Maintenance

In the NH lakes Region Natures Elite Landscaping is the choice for all of your Associations and Condominium Property Maintenance. We have a staff of well trained uniformed professionals that will take care of all of your lawn and property maintenance issues. We are also available for all types of construction projects, patios, walkways driveways and we can also do all of your shore front permitting for those waterfront associations. All work is done by Certified Professionals. You can rest assured you will be in good hands with the staff from Natures Elite!

Landscape Construction and Design

Natures Elite Landscaping has been doing landscape construction and design work for more than 25 years, with a staff of well trained professionals you can rest assured that your project will exceed your dreams.We service the entire Lakes region. Feel free to call for a design consultation with one of our Certified Professionals. Call 603-630-7476 or email steve@natureselitenh.com

Permeable Patios

Permeable pavement seems to be the way of the future, with smaller house lots and tighter requirements, cities and towns are requiring permeable pavement on more and more projects. Natures Elite Landscaping just recently completed this Belgard Pavers SubTerra permeable patio overlooking Lake Winnipesaukee in Gilford NH.

Belgard and Natures Elite Landscaping are headed to the Sandwich Fair.

Belgard pavers and Natures Elite Landscaping along with local Belgard distributors Gilford Home Center will be setting up a large display area at the Sandwich Fair. Belgard will be bringing their mobile Showroom for people to view materials first hand. Hope to see you there!

Landscape Financing with Belgard and Natures Elite Landscaping

Natures Elite landscaping is proud to announce that we have teamed up with Belgard Pavers to offer an interest Free financing program for all of our Belgard customers. Now you do not have to choose between that new patio and the sprinkler system, with the Belgard program, you can receive interest free financing for up to 6 months and have both installed. Feel free to contact us for more details. You can reach us at steve@natureselitenh.com
or feel free to call direct at 603-630-7476. Make all your Dreams come true!

Natures Elite Landscaping Press Release

Natures Elite is pleased to announce that a Hardscape project that they designed and installed overlooking New Found Lake will be featured in the upcoming 2013 Belgard Paver  Catalog. Professional photographers are being brought in from California to do the photo shoot. Belgard representatives will be on hand as well as the installers from Natures Elite Landscaping , to view the photo shoot.

Belgard Authorized Contractors

Natures Elite Landscaping is pleased to announce that we are now Belgard Authorized contractors and installers. All Authorized Contractors have to have there work inspected by a Belgard Representative and also have to be ICPI Certified Installers with more than 15k square feet of pavers installed. Feel free to call 603-630-7476 or email steve@natureselitenh.com for a free no obligation consultation.