A simple dwarf crepe myrtle planted in between the large tree and the utility pole will fill in the space nicely without blocking the view of the rest of the yard.

This rental property received an update and renovation. An expanded planting bed to include the existing tree enlarged the scale of this ranch home and created a more welcoming entry. A new flagstone path was installed for the mailman. New plantings included a Viburnum, Redtwig Dogwood, Spirea and a yew were added to the existing globe Arborvitae. Boulder accents were added.

Lush plantings surround the irregular bluestone patio.
Inspiration for a rustic partial sun stone landscaping in Boston.

Here there is a step down via limestone steps into a sunken garden beside the pool and an outdoor seating area with a fire pit as its focal point. The fire pit is CorTen steel. That seating area is flanked with oak leaf hydrangeas, arborvitae, and autumn fern, another Japanese maple that was relocated into a large steel CorTen, a steel planter Carlton Edwards designed. Along the northern property line in front of an existing fence, European Columnar Hornbeams were placed to provide a vertical hedge and to offer privacy from the adjoining neighbor and second-story addition on the rear of that home. There's also a cedar boardwalk that connects the central lawn area to a sunroom on the side of the house. The Hornbeams are underplanted with Big Blue Liriope. This design maximized the potential for the whole property.

Custom backyard outdoor living space. Featuring paver patio w/ Hanover pavers, Breeo fire pit, paver walkways, landscaping, grading/lawn install, privacy edge (Emerald Green Arborvitae).

Yardworks, Inc.
Inspiration for a small coastal ceramic tile entryway remodel in Other with yellow walls and a white front door

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional partial sun backyard landscaping in New York.

Photography by Katherine Palmer

The backyard pool was void of any landscaping around the perimeter of the fencing. Arborvitae, Lilacs, Hydrangea, Boxwood, Spirea, Hibiscus, Forest Pansy Redbuds and Hosta were planted to help screen out the surrounding houses and electric pools.

Before- Notice the square block of concrete near the middle right side of picture. This is the client's septic clean out. She wanted a way to hide this while still providing access to the system below.

Photo of a transitional landscaping in Boise.

Yorkville Hill Landscaping, Inc.
Inspiration for a large contemporary backyard brick and rectangular lap pool remodel in Chicago

Inspiration for an eclectic patio remodel in Columbus

Backyard privacy accented by beautiful trees and plants.
This is an example of a landscaping in Detroit.

This is an example of a landscaping in Chicago.

Designing your landscape for privacy envelopes you in greenery. Let the plants enclose your space as a living fence, and watch the room come alive. (Photo by MaryAnn Grumman)

Formal garden developed near beach area. Future pleached hornbeam hedge, colorful perennial bed, shade plantings, arborvitae screening.
Inspiration for a traditional landscaping in New York.

Modern Contemporary Villa exterior with black aluminum tempered full pane windows and doors, that brings in natural lighting. Featuring contrasting textures on the exterior with stucco, limestone and teak. Cans and black exterior sconces to bring light to exterior. Landscaping with beautiful hedge bushes, arborvitae trees, fresh sod and japanese cherry blossom. 4 car garage seen at right and concrete 25 car driveway. Custom treated lumber retention wall.

Custom backyard outdoor living space. Featuring paver patio w/ Hanover pavers, Breeo fire pit, paver walkways, landscaping, grading/lawn install, privacy edge (Emerald Green Arborvitae).