Inspiration for a farmhouse partial sun backyard brick formal garden in Boston.

The stunning modern architecture of this Paradise Valley residence is highlighted by pocket gardens and showcases unique specimen cactus in desert botanical garden style. Landscape Architect: Greey|Pickett

Small very double flowers appear in clusters along stems early in the sasanqua season. Forms a dense, upright, nearly columar shrub. FEATURES Bloom/Feature Plant Type Shrubs Evergreen or Deciduous Evergreen USDA Zones 7, 8, 9 Zone Detail Hardy to 5°F USDA zones 7-9 Key Features Use Exposure Full sun to part shade Bloom Season Salmon-rose blooms in the fall Dimension 6-8' H x 3-4' W Growth Rate Vigorous CARE Water Regular water Soil Type Rich, acidic, moist, well-drained soil Fertilizer Early spring Pruning Shape in early spring PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS • water before planting • plant in full sun to part shade • dig hole 3X the width of pot • backfill and plant 1”-2” above soil level • water and add more soil if needed • mulch plants

A rainbow of color from spring to fall. A charming selection, Rainbow Sensation will brighten your garden with its attractive, variegated foliage. Dense clusters of soft pink, funnel-shaped flowers bloom in profusion in May as hummingbirds flock to harvest the sweet nectar. FEATURES Bloom/Feature Soft pink, funnel shaped flowers in May-June Plant Type Shrubs Evergreen or Deciduous Deciduous USDA Zones 4,5,6,7,8 Zone Detail Hardy to USDA zones 4-8 Key Features Year-round interest, attracts birds/butterflies Use Accent, container, mass planting, slope, hedge Exposure Full sun Bloom Season Summer Dimension 3-4'H x 3-4'W Growth Rate Medium CARE Water Regular to moderate water Soil Type Well-drained garden soil Fertilizer Early spring Pruning After spring bloom PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS water before planting plant in full sun to part shade dig hole 3X the width of pot, backfill and plant 1”-2” above soil level water and add more soil if needed mulch plants

John C Magee
Photo of a huge farmhouse landscaping in DC Metro.

Colorful and lush flowers create a magnificent border along the front drive. We combine both hardy-in-Texas perennials with season color so your landscape is beautiful each season. The beautiful traditional architecture of this home demanded a lush English style garden design. The deep landscape beds accommodate an abundance of color and foliage interested throughout the year. The clean, contemporary pool design complements the more traditional architecture and landscape design. Put it all together and you have a beautiful and lush retreat for relaxing and entertaining in style.

Tall Phlox or P. paniculata is a late summer favorite for height in the perennial garden. the colors are numerous, newer introductions bloom earlier in summer and bloom into the fall. More mildew resistant varieties are available, and mid-size growth makes them more favorable since staking is not required. Pruning back in May-June will keep them shorter and fuller. Spray with Baking soda and water weekly to keep the fungus from starting. Ganim's Garden Center LLC

Inspiration for a traditional full sun backyard landscaping in Bridgeport for spring.

Mojo is a tough, evergreen shrub, with dense variegated foliage and orange blossom scented blooms. Great for hedges and foundation plantings, excellent salt tolerance makes Mojo perfect for planting along the coast, too. FEATURES Bloom/Feature Orange-blossom scented tiny clusters in spring Plant Type Shrubs Evergreen or Deciduous Evergreen USDA Zones 7,8,9,10 Zone Detail Hardy to 0 F Key Features Heat tolerance, drought tolerance, water-wise Use Accent, container, hedge Exposure Part shade to full shade Bloom Season Spring Dimension 3' H x 3' W Growth Rate Moderate to fast CARE Water Water as needed Soil Type Well-drained garden soil Fertilizer Late spring Pruning Shape in winter as needed PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS water before planting plant in full sun to part shade dig hole 3X the width of pot, backfill and plant 1”-2” above soil level water and add more soil if needed mulch plants

Parry Manzanita / Arctostaphylos manzanita Photo by Pete Veilleux, East Bay Wilds

Plant Patent #18,645. Cultivar name: 'JACshlav'. This member of the high-performing, popular Simplicity® series is a wonderfully citrus-scented variety that perfumes the entire garden with its very large double blooms. Smaller and more tightly held than the original Simplicity® but every bit as well-branched, vigorous, and easy to care for, Fragrant Lavender Simplicity® delivers armloads of mauve blooms all summer long. Perfect for border or mixed planting as well as hedge, foundation, and mass planting, this floribunda offers 3 1/2-inch blooms, fully double (average petal count of 30), set in large clusters, and very heavily reblooming. Reaching 4 to 5 feet high and 2 to 3 feet wide, it's the smallest of the Simplicity® series, superb for small spaces and even containers, yet bred for the border, hedge, foundation, and mass planting. Expect heavy and frequent cycles of glorious bloom all summer long! Named for their ease of care, the Simplicity® series is famously unfussy, needing no spraying or other treatment to keep their healthy foliage and heavy flowering. Zones 5-10.

Photographer: Roger Foley
Design ideas for a traditional full sun front yard formal garden in DC Metro.

Photo: Nanette Wong © 2014 Houzz
Transitional bedroom photo in San Francisco

This shapely vintage-inspired bottle vase with a thin neck and sturdy base is ideal for long-stemmed single blooms. Create classic clustered centerpieces or individual elegant arrangements ideal for weddings and events. Countertop display of natural or faux flowers in the kitchen, living room, bedroom, bathroom, or even outdoor patio. Purchase this set of bud vases as a gift for your decor lovers on their birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, housewarmings. Sold as a set of 4, each bud vase measures 3" Diameter & 5.75" Tall. You can count on quality, design, and manufacturing when you order from Serene Spaces Living products, where we make everything with love.

Spring Sonata™ is in perfect tune with today’s gardens. It offers dense growth, glossy green foliage, and a massive display of white flowers in spring. Growing 4 feet high and 5 feet wide, Spring Sonata™ blooms 2 to 3 weeks later than other Indian hawthornes, extending the bloom season. In fall and winter, dark purple fruit cover the plant, adding welcome color. Use it in foundation plantings, mixed borders, or containers. It’s also a great choice for the beach, because it tolerates salt spray. FEATURES Bloom/Feature White flower clusters in spring Plant Type Shrubs Evergreen or Deciduous Evergreen USDA Zones 7,8,9,10 Zone Detail Hardy to 0°F Key Features Year-round interest, attracts birds/butterflies, salt tolerant Use Accent, container, mass planting, slope, hedge Exposure Full sun to part shade Bloom Season Spring Dimension 4' H x 5' W Growth Rate Moderate to fast growth CARE Water Water as needed Soil Type Well-drained garden soil Fertilizer Early spring Pruning Shape after spring bloom PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS water before planting plant in full sun to part shade dig hole 3X the width of pot, backfill and plant 1”-2” above soil level water and add more soil if needed mulch plants

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Prolific scarlet flower clusters with pink centers are a hummingbird paradise. Lush dark green and white variegated foliage. Grows 12-24” high with a clumping habit. FEATURES Bloom/Feature Bright red flowers over variegated foliage from spring until fall Plant Type Annuals Evergreen or Deciduous Deciduous USDA Zones 9,10,11 Zone Detail Hardy to 20°F Key Features Heat tolerance, attracts birds/butterflies, water-wise, dwarf, fall blooming Use Border, container, groundcover, mass planting Exposure Full sun Bloom Season Spring, summer, fall Dimension 12-24" H x clumping Growth Rate Moderate to fast growth CARE Water Keep on the dry side of moist Soil Type Well-drained peat/perlite mix Fertilizer Monthly in gardens; bi-monthly in containers Pruning Prune as desired, but not required PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS water before planting plant in full sun to part shade dig hole 3X the width of pot, backfill and plant 1”-2” above soil level water and add more soil if needed mulch plants