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John DeVore

Formerly in the greater Cincinnati area, John’s firm, DeVore’s Land and Water, is currently located in Citrus County, Florida. For more than 40 years, his specialty has been in the creation of functionally artistic gardens.

As a landscape and garden designer, he strives to bring the healing and restorative power of nature to an accessible level for a homeowner or business, regardless of location or size. As an educator and public speaker, John has trained professionals as well as garden enthusiasts nationally and internationally in design, stone construction and aesthetics, hardscape, water features, Japanese garden principles and horticultural practices.

DeVore's Land and Water

Developing a Niche Landscape Business

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To set your company apart from the pack, you have to offer something different and attractive – It has to be the best of you, your team, your creativity, and your joy of interaction with your clients. In broad brush strokes, this presentation will address the development of your “brand”, your personal development as a business person as well as your personal development outside of your business.

The Form and Function of Naturalistic Design: From the Front Door to the Edges

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Good naturalistic design should leave one wondering what was there first, the structures or the landscape. The goal is to create spaces that have the same feel as an exceptionally beautiful and peaceful spot that you might discover on a walk in the wilds. This presentation illuminates what makes that happen and design weaknesses that conflict with that goal.

Outside-the-Box Solutions for Landscape Problems

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Common landscape problems need not be solved in common ways! John will address creative methods for noise remediation, stormwater management, creative screening/ masking of problem areas, etc.