When it comes to managing slopes and enhancing sloped landscapes, retaining walls are invaluable. For Oregon homeowners, the decision often narrows down to two popular options: boulder retaining walls and segmental block retaining walls. Each has its unique characteristics, benefits, and considerations. This article goes into these aspects to assist you in making an informed…
If you’re dealing with drainage issues such as standing water, soggy lawns, or soil erosion, a rain garden could be the solution you need. Rain gardens are not only functional but also beautiful, blending seamlessly into landscapes while managing water runoff effectively. They are especially beneficial in regions like Clackamas County, Oregon, where heavy rains…
In Clackamas County, Oregon, the combination of frequent heavy rains, clay-rich soils, and diverse terrain creates unique drainage challenges for homeowners. Poor water management can lead to issues such as standing water, soggy lawns and gardens, erosion on slopes, and even structural damage to foundations. Fortunately, with the right drainage solutions, you can safeguard your…
Oregon homeowners often face the challenge of landscaping properties with uneven or sloped terrain. Whether you have a sloped backyard, an elevated front yard above your driveway, or a walk-out basement with a higher surrounding yard, managing elevation changes can seem a little overwhelming. However, with the right strategies, these challenges can be transformed into…
Maintaining a high-value property requires more than basic landscape care—it demands a specialized team that understands the intricate landscaping and grounds maintenance needs of luxury estates. For affluent homeowners in Oregon City, West Linn, Lake Oswego, and Tualatin, finding the right landscape maintenance company can be difficult but it’s important to preserving both the beauty…
Replacing an old, rotting timber retaining wall not only improves the stability and safety of your landscape but also offers a fantastic opportunity to enhance your property’s beauty, functionality, and curb appeal. Timber walls, while popular for their initial affordability and natural look, often face issues like rot, warping, and pest damage. If your existing…
In Oregon, retaining walls are more than a functional necessity—they’re an opportunity to enhance the beauty, usability, and value of your property. With Oregon’s diverse terrain and unique environmental needs, a well-designed retaining wall can transform a sloped or uneven area into a stunning, functional landscape. Whether you’re looking to add curb appeal, create outdoor…
Like many things in our lives, the front yard is often overlooked and under prioritized. Finding the time and money for improvements can feel overwhelming. Don’t let the size of your to-do list stop you from getting started. There are many things you can do right now that are quick, affordable, and effective. START SMALL…
WHAT IS MULCH? Mulch is any material that covers the ground’s surface to form a protective layer. It’s designed to mimic what happens typically in nature when plant debris and fallen leaves blanket the soil. When you add mulch to your landscape and garden, it creates healthier soil by conserving moisture, reducing erosion, stabilizing temperatures,…
You spend time, energy, and money trying to make your yard beautiful, but it’s hard work, and you’d rather be enjoying the space instead of ticking off that lawn care maintenance checklist. But what can you do? Scaling back on the mowing schedule leaves the grass too long, and cutting down on watering leaves it…
White Oak Landscapes, LLC is a locally owned, full service landscaping company based out of Oregon City, OR and serving the surrounding area. We specialize in hardscaping such as paver patios, retaining walls, walkways, driveways, firepits, and water features. We also install new softscaping including garden bed construction and new plantings, tree and privacy hedge planting, lawn sprinkler system installations, landscape lighting, and more. Property maintenance services include hedge and shrub pruning, mulch installation, and seasonal yard clean ups.
