Front yard landscape makeover
Photo of a mid-sized craftsman partial sun front yard mulch garden path in Kansas City for summer.

Large island style backyard concrete paver and custom-shaped hot tub photo in Phoenix

John Beaudry
Inspiration for a large mediterranean drought-tolerant and partial sun side yard gravel garden path in San Diego for summer.

Shade border featuring purple oxalis, caladiums and other shade loving perennials.
Design ideas for a transitional full sun front yard landscaping in Dallas for summer.

Hellebores 'Pink Frost' is a winter blooming plant that will hold blooms into Spring. A great plant in pots for adding winter interest and color in your garden. Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Blue Surprise' narrow tree in background and blooming pink Solidarity Rhododendrons.

Bright tulips create an incredible front entrance to this home.
Photo of a mid-sized traditional partial sun front yard stone garden path in New York for spring.

A photo of Lo & Behold® 'Pink Micro Chip' Butterfly Bush in the landscape. Pink Micro Chip is a continuous blooming variety that flowers summer to late fall, blooming earlier than 'Blue Chip'. Its extreme dwarf habit requires less pruning, but still gives many pink, fragrant blooms throughout its season.

This large-flowered traditional pink rain lily blooms numerous times each summer/fall, usually following a rain. These special bulbs are uniquely suited for warm climates and require virtually no maintenance. FEATURES Bloom/Feature One of the largest blooms and bulb amongst rain lilies. 3-4 successive blooms. Plant Type Spring Bulbs Evergreen or Deciduous Deciduous USDA Zones 8,9,10,11 Zone Detail Hardy to 10°F Key Features Heat tolerance, drought tolerance, water-wise, reblooming Use Border, container, accent Exposure Full sun to part shade Bloom Season None Dimension 6" H x clumping Growth Rate Moderate to fast growth CARE Water Natural Southern rainfall Soil Type Any Fertilizer Mix in low amount of an even N-P-K before planting Pruning None PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS plant in full sun soil should be 2-3” over the bulb natural rainfall is best; summer irrigation is o.k.

Brilliant spring-blooming deciduous azaleas with colorful showy blooms. Great for light shade and even sunnier locations. With the added attraction of honey-suckle fragrance, these are a perfect addition to your garden. FEATURES Bloom/Feature Brilliant yellow with orange shades Plant Type Shrubs Evergreen or Deciduous Deciduous USDA Zones 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 Zone Detail Hardy to USDA zones 5-9 Key Features Use Exposure Full sun to part shade Bloom Season July to September Dimension 6-8' H x 4-5' W Growth Rate Slow CARE Water Water as needed Soil Type Well-drained, slightly acidic soil Fertilizer Early spring Pruning Shape after spring bloom PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS water before planting plant in high-filtered shade or sunny areas dig hole 2X the width of pot, backfill and plant 1”-2” above soil level water and add more soil if needed mulch plants; fertilize in early spring

Covers with pure white blooms in spring, and sporadically through summer and fall; dense, green foliage with lime green new growth. Layered growth habit requires little pruning. FEATURES Bloom/Feature White ribbons in spring/summer Plant Type Shrubs Evergreen or Deciduous Evergreen USDA Zones 7,8,9,10 Zone Detail Hardy to 0 F Key Features Fall blooming, deer resistant, reblooming, dwarf Use Accent, container, mass planting, slope, hedge Exposure Full sun to part shade Bloom Season Spring, summer, fall Dimension 3-4' H x 3-4' 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

Covers with pure white blooms in spring, and sporadically through summer and fall; dense, glossy-green foliage with lime green new growth. Useful as a foundation shrub, in mass plantings, or in a perennial bed. Features Feature/Bloom Masses of white blooms in the spring and sometimes summer Evergreen or Deciduous evergreen USDA Zones Hardy to 0°F USDA 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Sunset Zones 6-9, 14-24 Special Features Disease/pest resistance, year-round interest, fall blooms, reblooming Landscape Use Accent, mass planting, hedge Exposure Full sun to part shade Bloom Season Spring, summer 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.

Robust and upright with deep green foliage, Autumn Lily produces white blooms with occasional single purple stripes. Its strong growth and profuse blooms make Autumn Lily perfect for mass and foundation plantings. One of the most cold-hardy Encore Azalea varieties. Bloom Color: White Plant Size: Intermediate Height: 4.5 feet Spread: 4 feet Bloom Span: 3" across Bloom Form: Single USDA Zones: 6a, 6b, 7, 8, 9

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

One of the newest Encore Azaleas, Sunburst is a bright highlight in the garden, growing compactly and blooming profusely in spring, summer and fall. Its unique blooms are coral pink with white ruffled edges and stand out against the compact dark green foliage. Bloom Color: Bicolor Plant Size: Dwarf Height: 3 feet Spread: 3.5 feet Bloom Span: 2.5" across Bloom Form: Single to semi-double USDA Zones: 6a, 6b, 7, 8, 9

Brilliant star-shaped crimson blooms blaze against glossy green leaves on this dense growing shrub. Illicium is deer resistant. FEATURES Bloom/Feature Star-shaped crimson blooms, compact and dense growth habit Plant Type Shrubs Evergreen or Deciduous Evergreen USDA Zones 7,8,9,10 Zone Detail Hardy to 0°F USDA Zones 7-10 Key Features Use Exposure Part shade to full shade Bloom Season Spring Dimension 4-6' H x 3-4' W Growth Rate Moderate CARE Water Regular Water Soil Type Well-drained Garden Soil Fertilizer Apply a balanced slow-release each spring Pruning Prune after spring bloom PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS water before planting plant in part shade to full shade dig hole 2X the width of pot, backfill and plant 1”-2” above soil level water and add more soil if needed mulch plants; fertilize in early spring

Jessica’s Ruffles Camellia grows in a graceful upright habit perfect for narrow spaces or vertical accents. Its medium pink semi-double blooms appear in November through December. FEATURES Bloom/Feature Medium pink semi-double blooms in fall Plant Type Shrubs Evergreen or Deciduous Evergreen USDA Zones 7,8,9 Zone Detail Hardy to 0 F Key Features fall blooming Use accent, hedge Exposure Full-sun to Part-shade Bloom Season winter Dimension 10-12'H x 6-8'W Growth Rate Slow to moderate CARE Water Keep moist, but not consistently wet Soil Type Rich, acidic, moist, well-drained soil Fertilizer 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

Taking its name from the deep red blooms it produces, the Oxblood Lily is an outstanding and durable bulb perfect for any Southern garden. FEATURES Bloom/Feature Dark vermillion red trumpet shaped blooms with striking yellow pigments on flower's pollen Plant Type Fall Bulbs Evergreen or Deciduous Evergreen USDA Zones 6,7,8,9,10 Zone Detail Hardy to -10 F Key Features heat tolerance, drought tolerance, water-wise, reblooming, fall blooming Use border, container, accent Exposure Full sun Bloom Season summer, fall Dimension 10-16" H x clumping Growth Rate Moderate to fast growth CARE Water Natural Southern rainfall Soil Type Any Fertilizer Mix in low amount of an even N-P-K before planting Pruning None PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS plant in full winter sun. summer shade is ok soil should be 2-3” over the bulb only needs natural rainfall, but irrigation is ok

A must for any traditional Southern garden, ‘Ellen Bosanquet’ Crinum offers burgundy flowers during the hottest summer months. Blooms are usually triggered after a good rain. FEATURES Bloom/Feature Blooms 2-3 times starting mid summer. 11 or more trumpet shaped, dark pink blooms on solid stalks. Plant Type Spring Bulbs Evergreen or Deciduous Deciduous USDA Zones 7,8,9,10 Zone Detail Hardy 0 F Key Features Heat tolerance, drought tolerance, water-wise, reblooming Use Border, container, accent Exposure Full sun to part shade Bloom Season Summer Dimension 12-24" H x clumping Growth Rate Moderate to fast growth CARE Water Natural Southern rainfall Soil Type Any Fertilizer Mix in low amount of an even N-P-K before planting Pruning None PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS plant in part shade to full sun soil should be just over top of bulb water after planting

Pink Stella blooms profusely in fall with medium pink, semi-double flowers. One of the first to flower in fall, this camellia is an excellent specimen or medium-sized hedge. FEATURES Bloom/Feature Medium pink semi-double blooms in fall Plant Type Shrubs Evergreen or Deciduous Evergreen USDA Zones 7,8,9 Zone Detail Hardy to 0°F Key Features Fall blooming Use Accent, hedge Exposure Full sun to part shade Bloom Season Fall Dimension 6-8'H x 6-8'W Growth Rate Slow to moderate CARE Water Keep moist, but not consistently wet Soil Type Rich, acidic, moist, well-drained soil Fertilizer 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