Cathy Carr, APLD traditional-patio
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Cathy Carr, APLD Traditional Patio, DC Metro

@ Garden Gate Landscaping, Inc.
Small elegant backyard stone patio photo in DC Metro with no cover — Houzz

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nycsd wrote:
Great patio, is it slate? - I am looking to create this idea for my patio. Is it slate? Thanks very much.
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I'm glad you like it. PA flagstone should be fine in IN. It can be installed on a concrete base or on dust. I suggest you speak with a landscape designer (try apld.org) or a mason in your area to see what is readily available, or visit a local stone quarry or yard.
Good luck!
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rbcola
Thank you Cathy. I think we're on the right path and appreciate and solicit further comment.
We're planning a home build - haven't broken ground hope to do so 1st part of 2013 weather permitting. Over the last 2y identifying "all".....or as many finishes as I can before ground break (help manage cost issues - even have 1st, 2nd, 3rd choices...just in case!). The focus over the last few weeks deciding on exterior finishes.

Thank you for offering apld.org - there isn't a listed member in my area - only 1 for Indiana. But had a preliminary consultation with "Designscape Horticultural Services, Kyle Lueken, Landscape Designer/Consultant, LEED Accredited Professional - several months ago at our lot discussing ideas on landscaping, home placement, and how to "cope" with deer/wild life since our lot is surrounded by trees, woods, etc. (I was thinking of planting roses around the perimieter as a deterrant! (Just kidding)

Also working with a local stone mason to determine selection and interest.
This IS limestone country - multiple quarries in this area. Although I haven't dealt with the quarries directly - my experience has been to go through the masonry dealer and discussions w/our archtect.

Can you see why houzz.com has been such a God-send for me. I'm a houzz.com junkie!!! Discovered about 6 months ago. I can't tell you how helpful it has been. Thank you personally for your role in that!
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Linda Graham Interior Design wrote:
Does this patio drain well? - Are Peacock Pavers porous?
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Linda Graham Interior Design
We live in Nashville, TN.
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GreenHeart, LLC
Warmer than DC area where I am so choice for outside should be okay. Why not call peacock pavers and ask for references and/or to see installations near you? They are attractive. Good luck!
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matrixslader wrote:
Great patio! What type of material was used for this patio? is this natural stone? and is it set on a concrete slab, or just on it's own?
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lpippen

Can you tell me the name of the Flagstone? I really like the colors.

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In our area (DC Metro) it is simply call Pennsylvania flagstone. It comes naturally in a range of colors just like the.

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missyme wrote:
Pee Dee Ingot - No question here - just want to say I was thrilled to see Pee Dee Ingot in your garden design. It has been my favorite plant for years and yet it is so underutilized. Nice work!
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It does look like Pee Dee but is actually Hakone All Gold!
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missyme
Oooh, I like that too but can't grow it in Gulf Coast z9.

I can't describe the 1st time I ever saw it. It was planted in about a 10'x8' masse - took my breath away. It was at a memorial garden dedicated to the first responders at the nearby World Trade Center, now Ground Zero. This garden was planted and kept up by residents of Battery Park. I think I cried at the beauty of the sentiment, and the garden. It was awesome. So I will forever associate Hakone All Gold with that beautiful garden these neighbors labored over for their friends, family, first responders - America's heros.
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Tami Brodsky wrote:
Plantings - Are the grasses and geraniums at all drought tolerant! What's the name of the grass I'm in zones 9-10
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Greetings, tambrod52. Geranium x Rozanne and Hakonechloa macra All Gold are the plants used here. Both take part shade; the Geranium is a bit drought-tolerant. I practice in zone 7 which is going to be quite different. Ask your local nursery people about these plants. Glad you like them in my design.

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didderjiddit wrote:
Can you tell me the name of the plant with purple flowers. - I love the plantings, the way you used a lot of a single type in the beds. I especially like the purple flowers. What is the name of the plant with purple flowers that is to the left of the table in the above photo?
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Thanks for noticing. That plant is a Hardy Geranium called Rozanne.
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raku2day wrote:
question about railing on steps - Is the handrail on steps a 2 x 4 . Do you think a 2 x 6 is too large for handrail on exterior steps.
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This is a railing made by Woodway. http://www.woodwayproducts.com
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