Urban Oasis Landscape Design

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Urban Oasis Landscape Design
22 Reviews

Waterwise Mediterranean

The clients wanted to get rid of their thirsty and not-so attractive lawn. The finished garden is a delight to behold. Flagstone paths meander from the sidewalk and driveway and lead to a small patio with a beautiful aqua fountain urn. The backyard was dominated by a pool and jacuzzi that they no longer used. Now a fountain burbles next to a circular patio. The plant beds are filled with decorative plants mixed in with edible fruit and vegetables. The garden has been transformed into a peaceful oasis in the middle of a busy city.
Country: United States
Surrounding the fountain is a bed of Mexican Evening Primrose. Here again the circular shape is repeated, emulating the patio, landing steps and curve of the driveway. Brightly colored Copper Canyon Daisy, Lion's Tail and the Copper-leaved Euphorbia shine in the background. A trio of containers...
Waterwise Mediterranean
The clients wanted to get rid of their thirsty and not-so attractive lawn. The finished garden is a delight to behold. Flagstone paths meander from the sidewalk and driveway and lead to a small patio with a beautiful aqua fountain urn. Around the flagstone is a copious collection of drought...
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The bubbling fountain sits at the front of the flagstone landing and its gurgling water sounds blunt the noise of the street. The flagstone paths join the patio area after meandering from the sidewalk and driveway. With the abundance of flowers and foliage you can easily forget that this is a...
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Purple lavender (Lavandula stoechas “Otto Quast”) and Pride of Madeira (Echium candicans) frame the bubbling fountain. The warm color of the flagstone and house create a soft backdrop for the vibrant front yard. The curving shape of the paths and patio is organic and acts as a naturalistic foil to...
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The curving path serves function as well as form. The clients wanted easy access to their front door from the driveway. Taking groceries from the car is now a stroll through a Mediterranean garden complete with the accompanying birds and butterflies. The mature Pepper Tree lends a cooling influence.
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Vibrant purple Sea Lavender (Limonium perezii) billows in the garden and pops brightly against the yellow of the Copper Canyon Daisy (Tagetes loemonii). Soft gray-green foliage is the perfect foil for the brightly colored flowers and accentuates the Mediterranean vibe. The careful balance of colors...
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The parkway has the same delightful style though here the height is kept to 12” or less. Silvery Santolina, pink Thrift (Armeria maritiama 'Splendens') and yellow Coreopsis meld with groundcovers like thyme and oregano and are a perfect foil to the resplendent front yard without being a safety...
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Despite the modest size of the plant beds, they are filled with fruit, herbs and vegetables. A peach tree laden with fruit sits amongst yarrow and sea lavendar. To the left are the dramatic spiky leaves of an artichoke plant.
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Behind the Mediterranean fountain is the circular flagstone patio and arbor.
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Despite its low water requirements, the garden is lush and full with the sound of trickling water. The flagstone areas continue the circle theme and no-maintenance decomposed granite acts as a foil to the robust foliage and flowers. Before this renovation there was a pool which left no living space...
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An artichoke is planted in a medley of flowers, fruits and vegetables.
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Flagstone paths meander from the sidewalk and driveway and lead to a small patio. The beautiful arches of this Spanish Colonial Revival house are adorned with collection of beautiful Mediterranean plants.
Waterwise Mediterranean
Flagstone paths meander from the sidewalk and driveway and lead to a small patio. The beautiful arches of this Spanish Colonial Revival house are adorned with collection of beautiful Mediterranean plants.
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A close-up of the flower on the resplendent Lion's Tail bush.
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The majestic Pride of Madeira takes center stage in theis exuberant front garden.
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A mosaic of low-growing groundcovers blanket the parkway.
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Peeking through the Spanish Colonial Revival arches, one sees the path leading to the sidewalk and patio. The bright blue urn fountain beckon in the background.
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A close-up of a trio of containers.
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The homeowners wanted to significantly lower their water bill and up their curb appeal. The lawn and pool weren't working for them anymore. The pool wasn't getting any use and they wanted to create a place to entertain and garden in it's stead.
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