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Saving Water is Beautiful

Saving Water is Beautiful

by Julie | Jan 24, 2014 | Sustainability, Water Features, Water Saving Tips

We are very proud to offer water-wise solutions to our clients. Check out some of the best ideas we’ve designed over the years. Pool Removals The kids were grown and no one used this pool. And, it took up most of their yard! After the pool was removed, we...

Don’t Just Kill Your Lawn, Compost It

by Julie Orr | Jul 28, 2010 | Backyard Ideas, Front Yard Ideas, Homeowner Tips, Lawns

When it comes time to remove or reduce your lawn there are three standard methods to choose from. First you could remove the lawn manually with a sod cutter or sharp shovel. As you’ll notice I said the word ‘manually’ because it is just that- hard manual labor. Unless...

Going Native Garden Tour

by Julie Orr | Feb 20, 2010 | California Native Plants, Events, Lawns, Sustainability, Water Saving Tips

Since 2003, the Bay Area’s pioneering native garden tour has showcased gardens featuring California native plants. This community-based tour is free of charge to the public upon successful registration. Click here for more information. Each year the tour...

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