This peach tree was nearly dead in an abandoned corner of the landscape. Peaches like more water and 'cool' feet than is available here in the high mountain desert. I revived this tree by adding deep mulch out past its drip line and planting a non-spreading variety of comfrey all around. Comfrey is one of the most amazing beneficial plants in the garden, it deserves an article, even a book of its own. In addition to herbal and medical properties comfrey is a powerful dynamic accumulator and mulch plant, it brings a variety of nutrients from deep in the ground and accumulates them on the surface in its leaves. The leaves break down quickly into rich black soil.

The Mercer Island Garden transforms a client’s underutilized lawn space into an urban farm and a native habitat garden per their goals of creating both a productive and ecological space. To unite these two distinct schemes, consistent materials and edible perennials plantings are used throughout the garden. The southern edible garden is defined by a basalt retaining wall which creates a large, level production space divided by pathways into four beds. Edible and beneficial perennials are placed at the outer edges of the raised garden, allowing regular crop rotation of edible annuals within the 4’ x 12’ beds. Functionally, this design enables peak productivity for the edible garden by maximizing the square footage of garden beds within the area of prime sun exposure. Aesthetically, the layout uses large gestures to create a consistent flow through the garden, linking it to the Northwest native plantings above. The northern perennial garden showcases native plants with a variety of fruits, flowers, textures, and colors to create a dynamic environment year round. The outer loop of the garden incorporates beneficial flowers near fruiting shrubs, and small pockets provide this homeowner with the opportunity for a floral cutting garden. Hilary Dahl

Photo of a landscaping in Minneapolis.

Covered Patio, Planters
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary backyard concrete natural pool remodel in Los Angeles

This is an example of a landscaping in Boston.

Sculptural Akoris Garden Tuteur with Bird Cafe, Bee Bungalow and Bird Cafe by TerraTrellis. The trellis and habitat tegether provide plant support, sculptural effect and attract beneficial garden wildlife to a modern patio garden.

Dragonfly Ponds utilize the rainwater that runs down your drainpipes and onto your property. It is then rerouted through trenches into a deep pit filled with layers of filtering stones. This pit becomes the "pond", holding the water for beneficial insects like dragonflies to drink from. Along with this ecologically friendly design, they add an artistic, unique approach to your garden!Dragonfly Ponds utilize the rainwater that runs down your drainpipes and onto your property. It is then rerouted through trenches into a deep pit filled with layers of filtering stones. This pit becomes the "pond", holding the water for beneficial insects like dragonflies to drink from. Along with this ecologically friendly design, they add an artistic, unique approach to your garden!

Island style bathroom photo in San Diego

The new backyard is perfect for entertaining large groups, hosting intimate dinners, or relaxing. Birdhouses and plants line the new space and a pergola shades a table for al fresco dining. A pass-through into the basement allows guests to pull a stool right up to the bar.

Patio - contemporary patio idea in Phoenix with a fire pit and no cover

Kitchen - rustic kitchen idea in Seattle

Cottage formal and enclosed medium tone wood floor and brown floor living room photo in Sacramento with white walls

Elegant dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen/dining room combo photo in Orlando with blue walls

Design ideas for a large full sun front yard stone landscaping in Philadelphia.

Photo: Carolyn Reyes © 2017 Houzz
Transitional open concept light wood floor and beige floor living room photo in Los Angeles with gray walls

Fire pits.
Example of a small trendy backyard concrete patio design in Los Angeles with a fire pit and a roof extension

Inspiration for a landscaping in Minneapolis.

Design ideas for a landscaping in Phoenix.

Back Garage View
Photo of a large contemporary full sun driveway in Los Angeles.