Ideas & Trends

By John Mini Distinctive Landscapes, Posted in What's Happening At John Mini

The storm has headed out to the reef on “Jaguar Island” in this updated mandala. In place of the storm’s fierce eye a cenote is revealed represented by aqua glass, like a teal jewel being pawed by the jaguars. This evolved mandala continues my exploration of fears by plunging into... read more.

• November 20, 2020

By John Mini Distinctive Landscapes, Posted in Outdoor Landscaping

When choosing a plant for any space, it is important to take a variety of factors into consideration. What are the site and light conditions? What is the size of the plant at time of planting, and what will it be in its full&... read more.

• November 25, 2020

By John Mini Distinctive Landscapes, Posted in What's Happening At John Mini

As the father of three kids, one thing I have learned is everything always changes. No matter how much you may plan, it will always change. Between school, sports and chauffeuring , adapting is the key to success. Much like work, from my teenage years spending summers cutting lawns on Long Island,... read more.

• December 10, 2020

By John Mini Distinctive Landscapes, Posted in What's Happening At John Mini

Growing up I always found tattoos fascinating, an artform that has been present in almost every culture through human history and can carry so much depth or be purely cosmetic. Of course, I’ve always wanted one, but the combination of my overactive imagination and heavy indecisivenes... read more.

• December 16, 2020

By John Mini Distinctive Landscapes, Posted in Outdoor Landscaping

James Abbett retired from his position as Outdoor Service Foreman at the end of 2019.? At the start of the 2020 outdoor season, it was the beginning of the Pandemic.? By April, NYC was at the peak of the Pandemic, but our customers needed their gardens prepped for spring.? With all the operational c... read more.

• December 18, 2020

By John Mini Distinctive Landscapes, Posted in What's Happening At John Mini

I have always had a passion for animals, giant horses and cows. Dog and cats and snakes oh my! I didn’t find my true passion in life until I was 27, chickens. I spent many years researching and visiting animal sanctuaries to learn how to be a “Chicken Tender&rdqu... read more.

• January 07, 2021

By John Mini Distinctive Landscapes, Posted in What's Happening At John Mini

One of my absolute favorite parts of my job is that it allows the opportunity to experience the most awe-inspiring views New York City has to offer. Many of the landscapes we build and maintain are perched upon the highest floors of the tallest sky-scrapers in New York City. ... read more.

• January 15, 2021

By John Mini Distinctive Landscapes, Posted in What's Happening At John Mini

Jorge Villeda has been a part of the growth and success of John Mini Distinctive Landscape since 2015. He joined the team during a crucial moment of the exterior service department; this was when we split territories and created an Uptown department. Since then, we have grown 68%. (2015: ~80 account... read more.

• January 20, 2021

By John Mini Distinctive Landscapes, Posted in What's Happening At John Mini

Driven by passion, the people of our community inspire us every day. This past year has emphasized that we need to cultivate unity and recognize sincerity. We are sharing their stories, in the hopes that they do the same for you.  ... read more.

• February 05, 2021

By John Mini Distinctive Landscapes, Posted in What's Happening At John Mini

During the pandemic, there are only two types of days: the days you receive packages and the days you do not. On 'delivery' days,?my son and my dog both swarm the door when the new box is brought inside—a very exciting, but chaotic scene. Just the other day, a package... read more.

• February 18, 2021