by Julie | Jul 28, 2019 | Backyard Ideas, California Native Plants, Edibles, Front Yard Ideas, Homeowner Tips, Low Maintenance
Whether you’ve decided to take on your own garden upkeep or hire a professional, these tips can help demystify what your plant needs. When I create a planting plan for my clients, I make sure that there is a balance of different types of plants to create year-round...
by Julie | Nov 17, 2016 | Front Yard Ideas, Homeowner Tips, Water Saving Tips
It’s our jobs as designers to consider what happens to the rain that falls on your property. If you see rain in California as a valuable resource (which most of us do) and you’d like to learn how you can do your part to create a sustainable environment right on your...
by Julie | Jun 18, 2016 | Backyard Ideas, Front Yard Ideas, Sustainability
Why do we recommend LED over low voltage lighting systems? · Its nontoxic compared to other Eco variety lighting · LED uses one forth amount of electric energy compared to low voltage lighting and provides the same amount of brightness · Lamps (light...
by Julie Orr | Mar 24, 2015 | Backyard Ideas, Front Yard Ideas
Concrete pavers are made from a mixture of cement, aggregate, and color pigments (either topical or integral color) and as a result pavers come in numerous shapes and sizes. We often use pavers because they have higher strength and durability and will not crack like...
by Julie Orr | Dec 15, 2014 | Backyard Ideas, Front Yard Ideas, Homeowner Tips, Lawns, Low Maintenance
Woodland Garden – Los Gatos A perfect example of using artificial turf in a shady environment: it’s easy to maintain and great for a small child and family pet to play. Adult Playground – Menlo Park There are various elements to entice you into this...
by Julie Orr | Dec 10, 2014 | Backyard Ideas, Front Yard Ideas
Ct. Bluestone is a type of sandstone that is produced here in the northeastern US and is a great material to use for your landscape project because it has so many opportunities for varying applications. It is available in both irregular flagstone and cut stone pavers...
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