Shrub roses and Douglas Fir frame the view of this waterfall. Mature existing trees help the feature to blend into its natural surroundings.

This peaceful garden setting is the perfect place to gather thoughts or converse with a friend. Water creates a soothing visual and auditory experience. The existing woods provided the perfect natural setting, while bright foliage ties the sitting area together.

Water features and boulder walls are perfect companions for well-placed ornamental plants. Feather Reed grass softens large natural boulders while Bell Flower & Heather provide a ribbon of color that guides visitors.

Feather Reed grass frames a view of this drought tolerant landscape. When designing a new landscape it's very important to consider existing vegetation as well as new plants. In this landscape, we used existing pines to provide the perfect backdrop to a new garden.

This photo shows off a waterfall- but consider how the plants add to the picture. They soften stone work, add color, and texture. Existing large conifers provide a stunning natural background.

Miscanthus grass softens the rock work on this waterfall. Conifers add a variety of heights to create a natural look.

Plants help to soften these stones and add a variety of textures and colors. In this planting, we relied on different shades of green, blue-green, and chartreuse to add visual appeal and keep the viewer's eye moving through the garden.

Pink Cosmos frame a waterfall. The light, airy texture of this plant works well to soften heavy stone.

These raised beds allow the homeowner- an avid vegetable gardener- to have ample space for a number of crops in a beautiful space. Raised beds are a great way to grow veggies in the Northwest for a variety of reasons. They drain well because they are elevated and are typically filled with a lighter...

This garden has ample space for planting veggies but also employs ornamental plants to keep the space looking good year-round. A deer fence protects the garden from foragers.

We surround our outdoor living spaces with gardens, which offer peace, comfort, and beauty. Plants make this special sitting space extraordinary.

Again, plants soften an outdoor living space while adding comfort and beauty. Boulders and ornamental grasses are natural partners and look beautiful together.

Plants add texture, color, and interest while drawing the user into this garden.