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This patio may look like wood, but it is in fact a concrete paver! The paver is a Techo-Bloc product called Borealis. Its natural wood grain surface mimics the beauty of wood, yet gives us the durability of concrete pavers. The pavers were laid directly over the existing concrete patio, which was still in good shape with minimal cracking and settling. The lovely couple that lives here wanted a new cedar pergola. But what they ended up with was that and an entirely new and cool back patio space that will last for years and years!

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The first heavenly bamboo with lime green new growth, this beauty will brighten dark spaces and add dimension with its fresh, citrus hue. Features Feature/Bloom The first heavenly bamboo to have lime green new growth Evergreen or Deciduous evergreen USDA Zones Hardy to -10°F Zones 6-9 Sunset Zones Hardy to -10°F Zones 6-9 Special Features Compact Landscape Use Plant form, fall color, mass planting, borders, foundations, informal hedge in climates where it doesn't die back Exposure Full sun to part shade Bloom Season N/A Dimension 3-4 ft H x 3-4 ft W Growth Rate Moderate to fast Plant Type evergreen About the Collection Brought to you by the authority on Western gardening, the Sunset Western Garden Collection is an exclusive plant collection of top performing plants for the Western Gardener.

Photo: RGA This wonderful home was designed to accommodate three generations for family gatherings, as well as provide a beautiful backdrop for entertaining. Featured on the cover of Better Homes and Gardens' Beautiful Homes Magazine in 2006, the design showcases the craftsmanship of remarkable area builders!

Dramatic dark burgundy foliage on this evergreen perennial holds its color and size. Great in mixed borders, containers, and can even be planted as a hedge. Leaves provide structure in flower arrangements. Features Feature/Bloom Dramatic dark foliage year round stays under 4 feet Evergreen or Deciduous evergreen USDA Zones Hardy to 15-20°F USDA 8b, 9, 10, 11 Sunset Zones 7-9, 14-24 Special Features Year-round interest, drought tolerance, heat tolerance, winter/fall foliage color, water-wise Landscape Use Accent, border, container, mass planting Exposure Full sun to part shade Bloom Season none Dimension 3-4 ft H x 3 ft W Growth Rate Slow to moderate Plant Type evergreen About the Collection Brought to you by the authority on Western gardening, the Sunset Western Garden Collection is an exclusive plant collection of top performing plants for the Western Gardener.

We love Cistus. Poor soil, drought, salt, wind, heat... they take it all. Add deer, pest, and fire resistance, what's not to love? This new charmer stays compact without pruning, and even looks great when not in bloom. Features Feature/Bloom Pure white flowers in spring Evergreen or Deciduous evergreen USDA Zones Hardy 20-25°F USDA Zones 9, 10, 11 Sunset Zones 4-9, 14-24, 26, 28, 31 Special Features Salt tolerance, drought tolerance, heat tolerance, water-wise, dwarf Landscape Use aAccent, border, container, rock gardens, retaining walls, mass planting, groundcover, slope, coastal, firescaping Exposure Full sun Bloom Season Spring Dimension 12 in H x 12-18 in W Growth Rate Slow to moderate Plant Type evergreen About the Collection Brought to you by the authority on Western gardening, the Sunset Western Garden Collection is an exclusive plant collection of top performing plants for the Western Gardener.

Deep Purple flowers cover these tough plants from early spring to frost. Like her cousin Wendy's Wish Salvia, this Salvia will form a ball of color in your yard, with no pruning or deadheading. A portion of plant proceeds go to Make-A-Wish® AU. Features Feature/Bloom Dark purple flowers Evergreen or Deciduous herbaceous USDA Zones Hardy to 25°F Zones 9b-10 Sunset Zones 16-24 Special Features Longer blooming, water-wise, easy care, heat tolerance, attracts birds/butterflies Landscape Use Border, raised bed, container Exposure Full sun to part shade Bloom Season Spring, summer, fall, winter Dimension 3-4 ft H x 3 ft W Growth Rate Fast in spring summer Plant Type herbaceous About the Collection Brought to you by the authority on Western gardening, the Sunset Western Garden Collection is an exclusive plant collection of top performing plants for the Western Gardener.

Bold strappy silver foliage adds height to container gardens and succulent plantings. This evergreen, clumping perennial contrasts well with darker leafed Phormium and Loropetalums. Can be used as an indoor plant in bright indirect light. Features Feature/Bloom Striking metallic silver foliage Evergreen or Deciduous evergreen USDA Zones Leaf Hardy to 20°F, Root Hardy to 0°F USDA 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Sunset Zones 4-6, 14-17, 19-24 Special Features Year-round interest, easy care, heat tolerance, winter/fall foliage color, water-wise, shade loving Landscape Use Accent, border, container, mass planting Exposure Part shade Bloom Season None Dimension 3 ft H x 3-4 ft W Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type evergreen About the Collection Brought to you by the authority on Western gardening, the Sunset Western Garden Collection is an exclusive plant collection of top performing plants for the Western Gardener.

Ceanothus is a West Coast native, prized for its summer drought tolerance and ability to cover a slope with zero maintenance. Diamond Heights combines these qualities with brilliant golden yellow and bright green foliage for year round interest. Fabulous with Black Adder Phormium and Carex Everillo. Features Feature/Bloom Pale blue flower clusters in spring Evergreen or Deciduous evergreen USDA Zones Hardy to 20°F USDA 9, 10 Sunset Zones 16-24 Special Features Aromatic, attracts birds/butterflies, water-wise, dwarf Landscape Use Accent, container, groundcover, slope, raised beds, coastal Exposure Full sun to part shade Bloom Season Spring Dimension 1 ft H x 4-5 ft W Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type evergreen About the Collection Brought to you by the authority on Western gardening, the Sunset Western Garden Collection is an exclusive plant collection of top performing plants for the Western Gardener.

Ideal as a low-growing hedge in the landscape, Sunshine Ligustrum offers year-round golden foliage that flourishes in full sun. This sterile, non-invasive cultivar will not re-seed into the landscape. In fact, it doesn’t bloom at all, which is good news for allergy sufferers! Features Feature/Bloom Sunny, year-round golden foliage Evergreen or Deciduous evergreen USDA Zones Hardy to -10°F Zones 6 Sunset Zones Hardy to -10°F Zones 6 Special Features Will not re-seed into the landscape Landscape Use Hedge, contrasting foliage, full sun Exposure Full sun Bloom Season N/A Dimension 3-4 ft H x 3-4 ft W Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type evergreen About the Collection Brought to you by the authority on Western gardening, the Sunset Western Garden Collection is an exclusive plant collection of top performing plants for the Western Gardener.

Blending a modern sensibility with traditional architecture, this garden features a front yard meadow with native grasses (Carex praecracilis) and wildflowers. Poured-in-place concrete pavers in a meandering pattern slow the approach from the sidewalk to the entry. The modestly-sized backyard has been maximized for entertaining with outdoor dining and lounging areas and subtle landscape lighting. Native plants, herbs, and edibles share the back garden beds, and a raised pond brings the garden to life. Photo by Martin Cox Photography.

Striking, burgundy-colored weeping foliage forms a tight, dense clump. The long, narrow leaves have enough substance so they arch gracefully. Exciting option for adding height to containers or mixed borders. Features Feature/Bloom Small white flowers in spring Evergreen or Deciduous evergreen USDA Zones Hardy to 10°F USDA 8, 9, 10, 11 Sunset Zones 5-9, 12-24 Special Features Aromatic, winter/fall foliage color, year-round interest, water-wise,dwarf Landscape Use Border, container, accent, mass planting, tropical garden Exposure Full sun to part shade Bloom Season Summer Dimension 3 ft H x 3 ft W Growth Rate Slow to moderate Plant Type evergreen About the Collection Brought to you by the authority on Western gardening, the Sunset Western Garden Collection is an exclusive plant collection of top performing plants for the Western Gardener.

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Soft Caress has everything we love about Mahonia, without the pesky thorns! Compact enough to use in containers, yet large enough for foundation plantings or borders, they provide fabulous texture to the shade garden. Features Feature/Bloom Bright yellow flowers followed by blue berries Evergreen or Deciduous evergreen USDA Zones Hardy to 0°F USDA 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Sunset Zones 4-9, 14-24 Special Features Winter/fall foliage color, easy care, dwarf, winter color, year-round interest Landscape Use Accent, border, container, mass planting Exposure Part shade to shade Bloom Season Spring Dimension 3 ft H x 3 ft W Growth Rate Slow to moderate Plant Type evergreen About the Collection Brought to you by the authority on Western gardening, the Sunset Western Garden Collection is an exclusive plant collection of top performing plants for the Western Gardener.

This award winning barberry sports a unique color combination for an easy care shrub. New Spring foliage starts out a vibrant coral, ages to mid green, then turns ruby red for Fall. Useful as a vertical element in borders, landscapes, or containers. Features Feature/Bloom Dramatic foliage spring through fall Evergreen or Deciduous deciduous USDA Zones Hardy to -20°F USDA Zones 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 Sunset Zones 2B, 3-24 Special Features Winter/fall foliage color, year-round interest; water-wise Landscape Use Accent, border, container, rock gardens, mass planting Exposure Full sun to part shade Bloom Season Spring, summer, fall, winter Dimension 4 ft H x 1.5 ft W Growth Rate Slow to moderate Plant Type deciduous About the Collection Brought to you by the authority on Western gardening, the Sunset Western Garden Collection is an exclusive plant collection of top performing plants for the Western Gardener.

Ceanothus is a West Coast native, prized for its summer drought tolerance and ability to cover a slope with zero maintenance. Diamond Heights combines these qualities with brilliant golden yellow and bright green foliage for year round interest. Fabulous with Black Adder Phormium and Carex Everillo. Features Feature/Bloom Pale blue flower clusters in spring Evergreen or Deciduous evergreen USDA Zones Hardy to 20°F USDA 9, 10 Sunset Zones 16-24 Special Features Aromatic, attracts birds/butterflies, water-wise, dwarf Landscape Use Accent, container, groundcover, slope, raised beds, coastal Exposure Full sun to part shade Bloom Season Spring Dimension 1 ft H x 4-5 ft W Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type evergreen About the Collection Brought to you by the authority on Western gardening, the Sunset Western Garden Collection is an exclusive plant collection of top performing plants for the Western Gardener.

Stunning, deep red, new growth from spring until fall accentuates the evergreen leaves of this nandina. Flirt™ holds it's superior red color through the summer, unlike similar varieties. Space 2' apart for groundcover or low hedge. Perfect in mixed beds and containers. Features Feature/Bloom Wine red young foliage spring to fall Evergreen or Deciduous evergreen USDA Zones Hardy to -10°F USDA 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Sunset Zones 3-33 Special Features Year-round interest, easy care, dwarf, water-wise Landscape Use Border, container, firescaping/fire wise, mass planting Exposure Full sun to part shade Bloom Season None Dimension 1-2 ft H x 1.5-2 ft W Growth Rate Slow to moderate Plant Type evergreen About the Collection Brought to you by the authority on Western gardening, the Sunset Western Garden Collection is an exclusive plant collection of top performing plants for the Western Gardener.