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Colorful and Contemplative
Colorful and Contemplative
Sweet Smiling LandscapesSweet Smiling Landscapes
When I came to this property not only was the landscape a scrappy mess the property also had some very real grading and drainage issues that were jeopardizing the safety of this house. As recent transplants from New Jerseys to Southern California these clients were in awe of all the plants they were seeing in their neighborhood. Living on the water at the Ventura harbor they wanted to be able to take full advantage or the outdoor lifestyle and cool ocean breeze. Being environmentally conscious citizens, these clients were very concerned that their garden was designed with sustainability as a leading factor. As they said in our initial consultation, “Would want or garden be part of the solution not part of the problem.” This property is the last house on the bottom of a gently sloping street. All the water from the neighbor’s houses drain onto this property. When I came into this project the back yard sloped into the house. When it would rain the water would pool up against the house causing water damage. To address the drainage we employed several tactics. Firstly, we had to invert the slope in the back yard so that water would not pool against the house. We created a very minor slope going away from the house so that water drains away but so the patio area feels flat. The back of the back yard had an existing retaining wall made out of shabby looking slump stone. In front of that retaining wall we created a beautiful natural stone retaining wall. This retain wall severs many purposes. One it works as a place to put some of the soil removed from the grading giving this project a smaller carbon foot print (moving soil of a site burns a lot of fossil fuel). The retaining wall also helps obscure the shabby existing retaining wall and allows for planting space above the footing from the existing retaining wall. The soil behind the ne retaining wall is slightly lower than the top of the wall so that when the run on water on from the neighbor’s property flows it is slowed down and absorbed before it has a chance to get near the house. Finally, the wall is at a height designed to serve as overflow seating as these clients intend to have occasional large parties and gatherings. Other efforts made to help keep the house safe and dry are that we used permeable paving. With the hardscape being comprised of flag stone with gravel in-between water has a chance to soak into the ground so it does not flow into spots where it will pool up. The final element to help keep the house dry is the addition of infiltration swales. Infiltration swales are depressions in the landscape that capture rain water. The down spouts on the sides of the houses are connected to pipe that goes under the ground and conveys the water to the swales. In this project it helps move rain water away from the house. In general, these Infiltration swales are a powerful element in creating sustainable landscapes. These swales capture pollutants that accumulate on the roof and in the landscape. Biology in the soil in the swales can break down these pollutants. When run of watered is not captured by soil on a property the dirty water flows into water ways and then the ocean were the biology that breaks down the pollutants is not as prolific. This is particularly important in this project as it drains directly into the harbor. The water that is absorbed in to the swales can replenish aquafers as well as increasing the water available to the plants planted in that area recusing the amount of water that is needed from irrigation. When it came to the planting we went with a California friendly tropical theme. Using lots of succulents and plants with colorful foliage we created vibrant lush landscape that will have year around color. We planted densely (the images in the picture were taken only a month after installation). Taller drought tolerant plants to help regulate the temperature and loss of water from the plants below them. The dense plantings will help keep the garden, the house and even the neighborhood cooler on hot days, will provide spaces for birds to enjoy and will create an illusion of depth in a somewhat narrow space. Today this garden is a space these homeowners can fully enjoy while having the peace of mind that their house is protected from flooding and they are helping the environment.
Seneca Residence
Seneca Residence
Verdance Landscape ArchitectureVerdance Landscape Architecture
A stepping stone path meanders through drought-tolerant plantings including Dymondia, Rosemary 'Barbeque', and Euryops. The owner's favorite roses are integrated with Penstemon 'Apple Blossom' and variegated Tulbaghia 'Silver Lace' to provide color and contrast. Photo © Jude Parkinson-Morgan.
Coan Waterfront Landscape, Camano Island, WA
Coan Waterfront Landscape, Camano Island, WA
Lankford Associates Landscape ArchitectsLankford Associates Landscape Architects
From the street, a round rock pathway leads to a small seating area next to the water with a small fire pit. Low maintenance, drought resistant and salt tolerant plantings were used in mass and clumps. This garden has become the focus of the neighborhood with many visitors stopping and enjoying what has become a neighborhood landmark. Located on the shores of Puget Sound in Washington State. Photo by R. Scott Lankford
Seattle Cottage
Seattle Cottage
SCJ Studio Landscape ArchitectureSCJ Studio Landscape Architecture
Idéer för små amerikanska trädgårdar i full sol som tål torka, insynsskydd och framför huset, med marksten i betong
Alpine Dry River/Synthetic Grass
Alpine Dry River/Synthetic Grass
Home Turf Synthetic GrassHome Turf Synthetic Grass
Beautiful dry river bed with synthetic turf.
Bild på en mellanstor vintage trädgård i delvis sol som tål torka, framför huset och flodsten
Summit House
Summit House
Spears Horn ArchitectsSpears Horn Architects
Entrance walk edged with pineleaf penstemon and daylily. Spears Horn Architects
Inredning av en modern mellanstor trädgård i full sol som tål torka och framför huset på sommaren, med en trädgårdsgång och naturstensplattor
Marvel Jaunt - Wedgwood
Marvel Jaunt - Wedgwood
True Scape DesignTrue Scape Design
To see before and after pictures as well as the story behind this project follow the link below or click website to be reedited to our company website. http://bit.ly/2xU3JnM
Casa de Maya
Casa de Maya
Hawkeye Landscape DesignHawkeye Landscape Design
A Southwest style courtyard was designed for family and critters to enjoy an enclosed outdoor space. The 'elk mountain' flagstone path winds thru a cactus garden featuring a 'mancave macho mocha, 'old man cactus and euphorbia tirucali. The perennial garden has a 'caesalpinia pulcherrima', vitex purpurea', cuphea ignea. The sitting garden includes a Furcrea mediopicta (mexico), Leucophyllum frutescens silver leaf (Rio Bravo), and Grevillea'long john' Sitting at the mesquite table one can enjoy the re-circulating boulder fountain which attracts hummingbirds and butterflies. Brightly colored mexican tile enhances the barbecue. The fireplace with built-in light box has a private sitting area surrounded by an Aloe tree, acacia cultriformis and strelitzia juncea (South Africa)
Backyard modern- La Mesa
Backyard modern- La Mesa
Envy Landscape Design Inc.Envy Landscape Design Inc.
Inspiration för mellanstora moderna bakgårdar i full sol som tål torka, med en trädgårdsgång och marktäckning
Transformed Tucson Courtyard
Transformed Tucson Courtyard
Santa Rita Landscaping, Inc.Santa Rita Landscaping, Inc.
Amerikansk inredning av en mellanstor trädgård i delvis sol längs med huset, som tål torka och ökenträdgård, med marksten i tegel
Hilltop Haven
Hilltop Haven
Native Edge LandscapeNative Edge Landscape
The primary goals for this project included completing the landscape left unfinished around the existing pool, replacing as much lawn as possible with native plants to attract pollinators and birds, and reimagining the front yard hillside.
Medina Cottage Patio Garden
Medina Cottage Patio Garden
Spring Greenworks LLCSpring Greenworks LLC
back patio
Idéer för en mellanstor lantlig bakgård i full sol som tål torka, med naturstensplattor
Chic Sustainable Entry Garden- Los Feliz
Chic Sustainable Entry Garden- Los Feliz
Ketti Kupper Conscious Life DesignKetti Kupper Conscious Life Design
Concrete slab and deck sections create a path to the front door in a sea of decorative pebbles. This is all about the design and very limited water and maintenance needed. Photo by Ketti Kupper
Details
Details
Grounded - Richard Risner RLA, ASLAGrounded - Richard Risner RLA, ASLA
Exempel på en liten modern bakgård i delvis sol som tål torka
Backyard Landscaping, Hardscapes, Xeriscapes, Austin, TX
Backyard Landscaping, Hardscapes, Xeriscapes, Austin, TX
YardDocYardDoc
This picture is another example of Xeriscape landscaping and gardening. This photo shows how we used two different types of river rock to add interest and contrast. Curving designs are always a good choice in landscaping. They mimic nature and gently lead the eye along the entire landscape. The brick edging we installed also helps with this visual aspect. The large rocks serve two purposes. Firstly, they create a dramatic impact. Secondly, they give the landscape a three-dimensional quality. This helps to prevent the landscape from appearing ‘flat.’ The plants of varying heights and widths also help to achieve this.
Oak Tree Setting With Hillside Views, Landscape Renovation, Northern California
Oak Tree Setting With Hillside Views, Landscape Renovation, Northern California
Dig Your Garden Landscape DesignDig Your Garden Landscape Design
APLD 2021 Silver Award Winning Landscape Design. An expansive back yard landscape with several mature oak trees and a stunning Golden Locust tree has been transformed into a welcoming outdoor retreat. The renovations include a wraparound deck, an expansive travertine natural stone patio, stairways and pathways along with concrete retaining walls and column accents with dramatic planters. The pathways meander throughout the landscape... some with travertine stepping stones and gravel and those below the majestic oaks left natural with fallen leaves. Raised vegetable beds and fruit trees occupy some of the sunniest areas of the landscape. A variety of low-water and low-maintenance plants for both sunny and shady areas include several succulents, grasses, CA natives and other site-appropriate Mediterranean plants complimented by a variety of boulders. Dramatic white pots provide architectural accents, filled with succulents and citrus trees. Design, Photos, Drawings © Eileen Kelly, Dig Your Garden Landscape Design
Mini Modern
Mini Modern
flora Distinctive Landscapesflora Distinctive Landscapes
Inspiration för en liten funkis trädgård i full sol som tål torka och framför huset på sommaren, med en trädgårdsgång och naturstensplattor
Spectacular Canyon View Terrace
Spectacular Canyon View Terrace
Urban Oasis Landscape DesignUrban Oasis Landscape Design
Landscape ties created a place to plant and retained the hillside so that we could carve out the deck below. A mixture of California native and California friendly plants thrive on the hillside.
Before and After Landscape Transformation
Before and After Landscape Transformation
Living Designs By LindaLiving Designs By Linda
Idéer för att renovera en stor vintage bakgård i full sol som tål torka, med en trädgårdsgång och naturstensplattor
Large circular driveway with a center island intersects with bluestone walkway
Large circular driveway with a center island intersects with bluestone walkway
Van Zelst IncVan Zelst Inc
The circular driveway features a large center island outlined in natural cobble stones and planted with pops of color from the wax leaf begonia. The circular driveway intersects perfectly with the bluestone walkway.

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