The edge of the front yard is bounded by a mature yew planting that is undergoing a rejuvenation pruning program to improve density. Careful interplanting has closed gaps to the adjacent road. An evergreen boxwood hedge behind the dogwood fronts the existing brick retaining wall at the drop off...

The side door entry is accessed via a curved bluestone stair that is bordered by relocated boxwood creating the illusion of a low wall. An iron railing floats above the hedge and steps. Landscape lighting in the hedge and above in the weeping cherry provides adequate illumination, even during the...

The sloping sideyard became home to the new children's playset which is not central to the main yard, but close to small patio spaces for observation. A plastic lumber border contains the wood fiber safe surface material.

Working with existing plantings an overlay of new ornamentals and a large Spring bulb display is easily enjoyed when viewed from the driveway (here), or from the kitchen and eating area above.