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Avra LandscapingInspiration for a back xeriscape full sun garden in Phoenix with a rockery, natural stone paving and a stone fence.
Art Garden DesignThis property had not been landscaped for more than 25 years. The entryway and front hillside were covered in large juniper hedges, the Oaks and Redwoods on the property were littered with dead branches, and construction debris from decades was scattered throughout the creek-side property. After extensive tree work and removals, the front yard construction consisted of a moss rock boulder creek that wrapped down the front hillside. The backyard design integrated a new Redwood deck, black basalt gravel patio, and shade appropriate plants. The tree work allowed more light onto the property, and the home owners were able to finally enjoy their outdoor space.
Conscious Environments Inc.Large world-inspired back partial sun garden for spring in Orange County with a rockery, natural stone paving and a wood fence.
Elodie Dugué PhotographeAménagement paysager du devant de ce très beau corps de ferme rénové. Ici la terrasse à l'arrière.
Medium sized rural back partial sun garden for summer in Nantes with a rockery and natural stone paving.
Medium sized rural back partial sun garden for summer in Nantes with a rockery and natural stone paving.
Deep Seeded Landscape and Design, Inc.Photo of an expansive traditional back full sun garden in Denver with a rockery and mulch.
Alicia CattoniMultiple patios and levels with topiaries and rosemary plantings. Landscape Design by Paul Hendershot Design, Inc. P.C. Alicia Cattoni
This is an example of a farmhouse back formal garden in Santa Barbara with a rockery and natural stone paving.
This is an example of a farmhouse back formal garden in Santa Barbara with a rockery and natural stone paving.
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.
Kim Rooney DesignThis is an example of a medium sized modern back formal partial sun garden in Seattle with a rockery.
PLT DesignThis photo was taken four years after the garden was built with the plants well established and the trees maturing well. In spring the garden is carpeted with fallen cherry blossom creating a magical display.
Big Rock LandscapingNatural stone stairs and elevated flower beds in this classic backyard are the perfect addition to the space.
Inspiration for a classic back garden in Salt Lake City with a rockery and brick paving.
Inspiration for a classic back garden in Salt Lake City with a rockery and brick paving.
Classic LandscapesRoman circle patio with boulder seat wall. Surrounded by black granite rock beds and plantings.
Inspiration for a back garden in Other with a rockery and concrete paving.
Inspiration for a back garden in Other with a rockery and concrete paving.
Zaremba & CompanyThe landscape steps from the house towards the lake via a series of terraces, and all walls and steps are kept orthogonal to maintain the formal language of the rear façade. Consistent use of Connecticut stone ensures a cohesive feel and layers of plantings soften the hardscape and integrate the house into the land.
Photo by Chris Major.
D'Urso Landscaping and Construction, Inc.Landscape boulders and new plantings
Inspiration for a large traditional back formal full sun garden for summer in Providence with a rockery and decorative stones.
Inspiration for a large traditional back formal full sun garden for summer in Providence with a rockery and decorative stones.
ORIJIN STONE, LLCThe extensive renovation of this coastal shingle-style residence included the addition of a pool, stone walls, and fire feature; all done with authentic natural stone from New England. Featured is ORIJIN STONE's Wolfeboro™ Granite wall stone and veneer as well as our Premium Bluestone Clear Color Natural Cleft paving, pool coping, custom radius treads, and fire surround.
Landscape Design & Install: Keenan & Sveiven, Inc.
Architecture: TEA2 Architects
Photography: Corey Gaffer Photography
Morgan Howarth PhotographyPhoto of a contemporary back partial sun garden for summer in DC Metro with a rockery and natural stone paving.
Prestige Landscape & Tree Service LLCPhoto of a medium sized back garden in Portland with a rockery and natural stone paving.
LASD StudioPhoto of a medium sized mediterranean back xeriscape full sun garden in San Diego with a rockery, gravel and a wood fence.
Verdance Landscape ArchitectureDesign ideas for a medium sized mediterranean back xeriscape partial sun garden for spring in San Francisco with a rockery and natural stone paving.
Alderwood Landscape Architecture and ConstructionThis is an example of a large classic back garden in Seattle with a rockery and gravel.
New Leaf ExteriorsInspiration for a large traditional back garden in Dallas with a rockery and natural stone paving.
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