We Noticed! landscape design firm Christie Dustman and Company, and owner Christie Dustman, for creating a small, unexpected oasis on A Street in Hyde Park. Chances are you’ve never seen it - it is off the beaten path, an otherwise barren area filled with light industrial businesses. That makes their efforts to beautify their space for themselves, their employees, their clients, and the community all the more special and deserving of recognition.
Christie Dustman started her business 21 years ago and it has grown to 15 employees. When the company moved to Hyde Park four years ago, there was nothing but asphalt leading up to their building and as far as the eye could see, and that was disheartening for Christie and her employees. Christie is a firm believer in creating a meaningful and healthy work environment. To her, the way a business looks says something about how the employees and customers are valued. With that in mind, she knew something had to be done to improve the look and feel of her business property.
Christie’s landlord, J & L Musto Construction, donated some granite slabs which were used to construct front steps and frame out planting beds in front of the building. Then Christie and her team got to work doing what they do best - creating curb appeal through plant-focused landscape design. One of their specialties is container planting, so they added two large containers outside the front door. The plants in the containers are changed four times a year to feature seasonal flowers and create ongoing visual interest. The surrounding planting beds are filled with a variety of greenery, and extras are planted in front of neighbor Arborway Tree Company’s property.
Christie is pleased when she sees people admiring the work her team has done outside their building. She hopes it makes a difference in the community and encourages others to do something similar themselves.
Christie Dustman & Company specializes in landscaping projects including design, planting, installation, and maintenance, mostly for residential clients. One of their Hyde Park projects was honored with an award from the Perennial Plant Association. In her spare time, Christie teaches landscape design and pruning classes at Arnold Arboretum, Allandale Farm, and local garden clubs.
Past We Noticed! Recipients:
January 2019: Rincon Caribeño
April 2019: Parkway Cleansing Company
Christie Dustman started her business 21 years ago and it has grown to 15 employees. When the company moved to Hyde Park four years ago, there was nothing but asphalt leading up to their building and as far as the eye could see, and that was disheartening for Christie and her employees. Christie is a firm believer in creating a meaningful and healthy work environment. To her, the way a business looks says something about how the employees and customers are valued. With that in mind, she knew something had to be done to improve the look and feel of her business property.
Christie’s landlord, J & L Musto Construction, donated some granite slabs which were used to construct front steps and frame out planting beds in front of the building. Then Christie and her team got to work doing what they do best - creating curb appeal through plant-focused landscape design. One of their specialties is container planting, so they added two large containers outside the front door. The plants in the containers are changed four times a year to feature seasonal flowers and create ongoing visual interest. The surrounding planting beds are filled with a variety of greenery, and extras are planted in front of neighbor Arborway Tree Company’s property.
Christie is pleased when she sees people admiring the work her team has done outside their building. She hopes it makes a difference in the community and encourages others to do something similar themselves.
Christie Dustman & Company specializes in landscaping projects including design, planting, installation, and maintenance, mostly for residential clients. One of their Hyde Park projects was honored with an award from the Perennial Plant Association. In her spare time, Christie teaches landscape design and pruning classes at Arnold Arboretum, Allandale Farm, and local garden clubs.
Past We Noticed! Recipients:
January 2019: Rincon Caribeño
April 2019: Parkway Cleansing Company