Author Archives: Jean White

About Jean White

Jean owns Akumal Sands, Inc., a landscape company located in Bend, OR. We work with people who want a sustainable landscape that is aesthetically pleasing and fun.

Flower Combinations for your Garden – Russian Sage and Yarrow

If you are looking for bright color combinations to add to your drought tolerant landscape in Bend, OR plant Russian sage and Yarrow, either red or yellow colored will add spice to the garden.  There are several varieties of Russian … Continue reading

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Aspen Trees – “I Spread”

While hiking to Tumalo Falls near Bend, OR, Aspens can be seen growing in their native habitat. The light green leaves in the summer sound wonderful when the wind blows. In fall, the bright yellow leaves contrast with the evergreen … Continue reading

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Curing the Winter Time Blues

It is that time of year in Central Oregon. The big box stores A bright spot in spring.  are bringing in their primroses, pansies, violas, and vegetable starts. Yes, that splash of color invigorates and makes us want to get … Continue reading

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Customize Your Landscape Design

During the winter in Bend, OR, we do not work on any outside projects, so I find myself with some down time. Recently, I was watching a home improvement reality show. The sales person began the visit by telling the … Continue reading

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Yellow Pine Needles

When you are out and about in Bend, Oregon in the fall, you will notice some of the ponderosa pine needles turning yellow. If the needles are on the interior branch of the tree, this is normal. Ponderosa pines and … Continue reading

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Fall Planting in Bend, OR

  One of the questions I get asked a lot in the fall is whether or not is too late to plant anything. The answer we give is that fall is a great time to plant. Planting in the summer … Continue reading

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The wind is gusting over 60 miles an hour and I have been watching the huge cottonwoods on our property swaying precariously in the wind. A previous owner had the crowns of the trees topped, leaving unsightly stubs and suckers … Continue reading

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Landscaping for Children

When you were a child, what was your favorite outdoor activity? I grew up on a rural island in Puget Sound. We spent countless hours on the beach playing. Driftwood and large rocks were made into secret hideaways. Oyster and … Continue reading

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Why You Should Install Permeable Pavers

Permeable pavers are an option to traditional hard surfaces such as asphalt, concrete or pavers. They provide a solid surface that heavy vehicular traffic can drive on while supplying an area where water can drain naturally into the earth through … Continue reading

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Winter Interest in your Landscape

The growing season in Central Oregon is short so it is important to have a yard that is vibrant all year round, not just when the leaves are green.  With all the leaves off the trees and the grass is … Continue reading

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