If the thought of fake rock does not jive with you, we offer the real thing: classic, stable, enduring rock products delivered and harmoniously arranged in your garden. For the lasting beauty and balance of authentic boulders and pavers, give us a call at 717-653-1273. Our “rock stars” excel at garden rock medleys.
Shared by Betty Hanselman
Gardener’s wife (& fan of Hanselman Landscape’s ‘classic rock’)
The goldenrod is yellow;
The corn is turning brown;
The trees in apple orchards
With fruit are bending down.
The gentian’s bluest fringes
Are curling in the sun;
In dusty pods the milkweed
Its hidden silk has spun.
The sedges flaunt their harvest
In every meadow nook;
And asters by the brook-side
Make asters in the brook.
By all these lovely tokens
September days are here,
With summer’s best of weather,
And autumn’s best of cheer.
~ Helen Hunt Jackson (1830-1885; American poet, writer, activist)
Wishing you joy in your garden and surrounding landscape during this beautiful time of year! We’d love to help–give us a call (717-653-1271)!
Shared by Betty Hanselman
Gardener’s wife (& joyful ‘all-season’ enthusiast!)
On September 11, 2001, John Perry, NYPD officer and NY State Guard first lieutenant, gave his life in an attempt to rescue those still trapped in the Twin Towers. Although his act of courage is honored publicly each year on this day, his sacrifice also has a perpetual and growing memorial in the form of a beautiful, private Japanese garden tucked away on his family’s property on Long Island.
John’s brother, Joel Perry, contacted Hanselman Landscape in 2022 about designing this garden, believing that the atmosphere of mindfulness and serenity fostered in Japanese gardens would be perfect for this memorial.
On this very personal project, our designers worked closely with Joel to make sure that even small details acknowledged the depth of his brother’s and family’s sacrifice. Features like the boulders–specially chosen to represent John, Joel, and their sister Janice–and the two existing trees retained to represent the Twin Towers contribute to the garden’s design to ensure Joel’s family has a meaningful and tangible way to honor their brother’s memory.
Joel greatly appreciated the conscientious care, commenting that his friends have been “wowed” by the meticulous, “clutter-free” appearance of his gravel garden and the high-quality plants provided by Hanselman Landscape.
As the years pass, our team hopes that this living memorial will continue to provide solace for the Perry family, commemorating John’s bravery and sacrifice with timeless stone and ever-growing garden beauty.
Contributed by Julia Kramer
Garden Care team member at Hanselman Landscape
“Did you hear of Fukushima?
When the sea brewed and the earth hurled herself into the ground, a nuclear site erupted.
An invisible storm rained down, contaminating the land and poisoning the food.
They evacuated thousands, but for those that couldn’t move,
They stayed housed in, surrounded by elusive clouds that lingered like ghosts,
Becoming suspicious of the air that they once innocently consumed.
And yet, amongst the chaos, there was a monk, dressed in crimson hues,
Who walked through those fields planting sunflower seeds within the ruins.
And over time, they grew and they removed the poison.
Sunflowers–offering themselves as objects of both beauty and atonement. They drew the cancer from the ground into themselves until it was broken down.
And we now stand where sunflowers lift their golden crowns.
We find evidence of this hope. Even in the soil of decay, something beautiful can grow.”
~ A poignant reminder by Joshua Luke Smith (contemporary ‘Spoken Word’ artist) to grow beauty no matter the soil you are given.
Thoughtfully shared by Betty Hanselman
Gardener’s wife (& aspiring light bearer/beauty planter)
Can we plant some beauty in your garden and bring joy to your days? We’d love the opportunity to work with you to create a garden legacy for you and for those who come behind….
Photo credit: Jennifer Moore (on Pexels)
A 2009 study conducted by Qing Li, research professor at the Nippon Medical School in Tokyo, measured the activity of human natural killer (NK) cells in the immune systems of the participants before and after exposure to forests on weekends. (NK cells are important because they respond rapidly to viral-infected cells and tumor formation, and are associated with immune system health and cancer prevention.)
Turns out that following these weekend forest visits, the study subjects showed significant increase in NK cell activity, with positive effects continuing for a month. These results are due to various oils, generally call phytoncide, emitted by trees to protect themselves from germs and insects. Forest air doesn’t just feel fresher and healthier–inhaling the phytoncides in forest air actually seems to improve immune system function!
At Hanselman Landscape, we understand and promote the therapeutic value of being with trees and encourage you to create a haven of trees and shrubs around your home so you can take a “forest bath” anytime!
We’d love to help make this invigorating and healthful experience a part of your daily experience.
Contributed by Betty Hanselman
Gardener’s wife (& frequent “forest bather”)
Based on an article by Ephrat Livini
“To sit in the shade on a fine day and look upon verdure is the most perfect refreshment.”
~ Jane Austen
All of us at Hanselman Landscape wish you and your loved ones a refreshing Labor Day! May your summer memories be sweet and your outlook beautiful…
And if we can help you improve your visual outlook, we’d be delighted to hear from you: 717-653-1273!
