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Whether you are a recent transplant or a New York native, it’s a scenario we’re all familiar with. The cold months bring out a special beauty in New York State. The bare tree branches glisten with snow. Stick hands of Snowmen wave from front yards. Friends and neighbors race down the hills on sleds. Families […]

You now have the home of your dreams. How do you make it your own? One attractive option can be adding one-of-a-kind hardscape features. Hardscaping is the art of creating landscape elements that are made from stone or other inorganic materials. This includes anything from fire-pits to in-ground pools. These features can beautify the space […]

As the temperature continues to descend and the beautiful Upstate New York inches closer to winter, there’s no better time to get outside as much as possible. And what’s a better way to enjoy the cooler weather than by gathering around a cozy fire pit at home with friends and family? Fire pits are not […]

Adding well-placed modern landscape lighting features throughout your yard can do more than just add some extra illumination at nighttime. It can also add some much-appreciated curb appeal, help keep your home safe, and create a more relaxing environment for spending time outdoors. There are near-endless possibilities when choosing which landscape lighting fixtures you want […]

A beautiful inground pool can transform any backyard into an oasis away from the summer heat. Unfortunately, unkept landscape designs can quickly intrude on your personal paradise and take away from the beauty of your yard. Conversely, a simple, elegant, and low-maintenance landscape design around the pool can enhance its appearance without resulting in more […]

Cooking outdoors is a great way to enjoy the fresh air and sunshine while you prepare your meal. Not only is it fun, but it can also be quite convenient. If you are looking to add an outdoor kitchen station to your home, there are many hardscape design ideas that you can choose to bring […]

Backyard hardscape design concerns all of the non-organic features on your property. From stone fixtures to water features, seating, pool areas, and other similar elements, these are the framework through which you can create a beautiful and functional outdoor space. While some backyard hardscape design is purely functional, much of it can also be aesthetically […]

The days are getting longer and the weather is getting warmer. Your yard and gardens are starting to show signs of life – and they could be looking pretty messy. Spring is an ideal time to start making changes to your outdoor setting. As your plants are coming out of dormancy and beginning to leaf […]

When the Northeast weather keeps warming up, the patio often becomes one of the most-used spaces in the home. Whether you’re dining, relaxing, or entertaining friends and family, it serves as an important gathering place for your social activities. If your patio needs structural repairs or you want to update its look to something more […]

The execution of a master plan happening throughout the course of multiple phases takes into account the project’s time frame not only as a whole, but in parts. The scheduled phases are unique to your project and allow for the best allocation of your budget and timeframe to complete your outdoor living space vision. Our […]

As we head into spring and leave winter behind us, it’s time to take care of your spring landscape cleanup. Managing your landscape from season to season, especially after a brutal winter, is not as easy as it sounds. To ease the stress off of you and to have the task completed sooner rather than […]

Curb appeal is essential to the landscape and outdoor living space design for homeowners and business owners alike. Through proper planning and execution with the professionals of Gallivan Corporation, your home or business can have the curb appeal it truly deserves. How to Create More Curb Appeal Annual Flower Rotation: Rotating your flowers throughout the […]

When you’re thinking of landscape and landscape design, more often than not the first thought is of flowers, trees, and shrubs. While these additions certainly add to the beauty of your outdoor living space, but, the addition of hardscape can create the outdoor oasis you didn’t know you needed. 3 Ways to Use Hardscape in […]

A common misconception is that your plants don’t need attention during the winter months. However, it is vital to hard prune your trees and shrubs earlier in the winter season. Continue reading for the numerous benefits hard pruning during the winter season holds for your plants and landscape. Why Hard Pruning is Essential Reduce the […]

The winter months can be viewed as a time of rest for your plants, but, there is a bit of work that needs to happen prior to the first snow fall to ensure that they will be ready once the spring and summer months return. Without any preparation the winter winds and frigid temperatures can […]