20 469 foton på exotisk trädgård
Landscape Images Ltdthe bamboo is a clumping variety called Bambusa eutuldoides viridi-vittata , Asian lemon bamboo. This variety is a clumper and you do not need to contain it, however, do allow an 8'by 10' area for its ultimate growth. Bamboo does require constant maintenance and you will need to do some research for the specific variety you choose. Once planted, it will become a beautiful focal point and add a stunning tropical accent. Photo Credit: Sherwood Cox
Sweet Smiling LandscapesWhen 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.
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Magic Garden DreamsOne of the small fountainscapes we offer.
Inspiration för en liten tropisk bakgård i full sol, med en fontän och marksten i tegel
Inspiration för en liten tropisk bakgård i full sol, med en fontän och marksten i tegel
Construction Landscape, LLC.Bye Bye neighbors, you know what they say palm trees can make the best neighbors. Using Dwarf date palm and a silver fountain palm as the center piece makes for a lovely tropical buffer. Landscape designed and installed by Construction Landscape With Designs by Jennifer Bevins. Servicing The Treasure and Space Coast 772-492-8382.
UserColorful bromeliads and agaves adorn this lovely Palm Beach Gardens, Florida tropical landscape designed by Pamela Crawford, who designs landscapes in Palm Beach County. Learn her secrets in her latest book, "Easy Gardens for South Florida" and see over 2000 images of her projects at pamela-crawford.com. Photographed by Allen Rokach.
Jay Sifford Garden DesignGarden of Robert Fuchs and Michael Coronado. Photo by Jay Sifford.
Inspiration för en tropisk trädgård
Inspiration för en tropisk trädgård
Craig Reynolds Landscape ArchitectureInspiration för exotiska trädgårdar i skuggan, med en trädgårdsgång och naturstensplattor
Dane Spencer Landscape ArchitectureGiovani Lunardi
Idéer för en exotisk trädgård längs med huset, med marksten i tegel och en trädgårdsgång
Idéer för en exotisk trädgård längs med huset, med marksten i tegel och en trädgårdsgång
Earth Designs Garden and Build London and EssexStunning fire pit sitting on a mosaic tile patio
Exotisk inredning av en mellanstor bakgård flodsten, med en öppen spis
Exotisk inredning av en mellanstor bakgård flodsten, med en öppen spis
Custom Outdoor Creations3D Landscape Designs from Custom Outdoor Creations LLC
Foto på en stor tropisk trädgård i full sol, med en trädgårdsgång och marksten i tegel
Foto på en stor tropisk trädgård i full sol, med en trädgårdsgång och marksten i tegel
Green Team SolutionsBackyard makeover. Building on existing elements (Palm trees) we removed a lot of outgrown and outdated material and freshened up the patio borders with colorful canna's, various bromeliads, Alocasia California, and a fresh layer of mulch and landscape pebbles. Landscape boulders break up the lines and specimen Bromeliads provide touches of interest.
Barker Kappelle Construction, LLCIdéer för att renovera en tropisk trädgård, med en trädgårdsgång och naturstensplattor
Desert Foothills LandscapeThe Rosow home in Scottsdale was featured in the Phoenix Home & Garden – 2019 Garden Tour. The home was called “Desert Paradise” and was a favorite on the tour. The home’s lush, high-desert landscape incorporates the best of resort-style living in a Southwestern setting. A diverse plant palette of grass, palms and cactus, plus a variety of blooming perennials, creates a stunning experience of color and texture year-round. Backyard amenities, including a tennis court and swimming pool, make this an oasis for the active homeowners. – Photo Credits: Brian Lilley
sticks and stones Landscape DesignExotisk inredning av en liten bakgård i full sol, med en stödmur och trädäck
20 469 foton på exotisk trädgård
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