Barbara Ries
Photo of a traditional landscaping in San Francisco.

Fragrant Angel coneflower Le jardinet

Palos Verdes trees in front of yellow wall Daniel Bosler Photography
This is an example of a large mediterranean drought-tolerant and full sun side yard landscaping in Los Angeles.

Inspiration for a southwestern landscaping in Phoenix.

Inspiration for a southwestern landscaping in Phoenix.

Succulents provide a low-maintenance and low water option for your outdoor OR indoor space. They also act as amazing ground covers and are a great alternative to lawns! Photo cred: Joshua Thayer

Ginny Stibolt

Chauncey Freeman- Fifth Season

Example of a southwest home design design in Phoenix

Photo: A. Barra, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported

Hawkeye Landscape Design We began this project with the idea of making a friendly entryway and social area under the Mulberry tree which provides much needed shade in this hot, mountainous area. The 'red fescue' meadow grass has a cooling effect and the agaves reduce the need for excess water and maintenance. The backyard has a covered dining area with a corner lounge and fireplace. The large barbecue offers a cantilevered counter for entertaining. The waterfall into the pool is surrounded with bamboo and plantings that emulate the hillside beyond the property. The permeable paving and mix of Vitex and Olive trees provide shade for smaller seating areas to enjoy the variety of succulents throughout the garden

Amy Renea
Home design - tropical home design idea

This is an example of a contemporary landscaping in Seattle.

blue palo verde tree Parkinsonia florida yellow flowers Southwest
Photo of a southwestern landscaping in Phoenix.

Lady Bank's Rose on wall mounted trellis
Photo of a mediterranean landscaping in Phoenix.

Victoria agave with a queen butterfly.
This is an example of a southwestern landscaping in Phoenix.

Photo of a southwestern landscaping in Phoenix.

Jennifer Cheung
Inspiration for a traditional backyard formal garden in Los Angeles.