Johnette Taylor

Johnette is both the president of Roundtree Landscaping, Inc., and a Licensed Landscape Architect. She earned her Bachelor of Landscape Architecture degree from Louisiana State University in 1981. Prior to founding Roundtree Landscaping, she served as Corporate Secretary/Treasurer and Landscape Designer for Rosedale Nurseries, Inc.

Ms.Taylor is also a Licensed Irrigator and a certified Irrigation Auditor in the state of Texas. An active member of ASLA (American Society of Landscape Architects), and TNLA (Texas Nursery and Landscape Association); Ms.Taylor is past Chairman of Dallas Region of TNLA. Currently she serves on the board for the state TNLA as the representative for the Landscape Division. In addition, Ms.Taylor teaches a course on “Residential Landscape Design”, through the Adult Education Program at the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Society where she serves on the Gardens and Grounds committee.

She also is President of the Texas Green Industry Workman’s Compensation Board and the 2007 recipient of the Tabor Award for professionalism in Landscape in the Dallas Region of TNLA. Johnette is also a member of PLANET (Professional Landcare Network) and TTIA (Texas Turf Irrigation Association).

Stories from Johnette Taylor

Drought Without Doubt

Johnette Taylor

Tuesday, December 13th, 2011

Many cities in north Texas have increased their water restrictions for this winter.  While the temperatures have cooled, it was a long hot brutal summer.  Our plant materials did not get the moisture they needed, even with proper irrigation.  Recent rains have helped plants recover, however a dry winter is forecast for the north Texas area.  While you may or may not live in an area with major water restrictions, we feel it is still wise to help conserve as much water as possible at all times.

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Simplify Your Design for Big Results!

Johnette Taylor

Friday, July 8th, 2011

So many of us got into landscaping because we love plants. That love of plants can sometimes be our downfall when it comes to design.  While a cottage look with lots of different plants can be attractive, simplifying a design can yield big results. More isn't always better!  

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Chilly Greens

Johnette Taylor

Friday, February 4th, 2011

When the temperature level drops below freezing, different plants are damaged differently. Tender plants such as tropical plants need to be protected. Even with protection, tender plants may not survive extended periods below 25 degrees. Shrubs and trees benefit most from watering right before a freeze to help prevent dehydration.

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