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

Patrick Argast
Design ideas for a farmhouse landscaping in San Francisco.

Captivating and evocative, the Pietra di Savoia Grigia Bocciardata range in the I Naturali series by Laminam replicates the grey hues of one of the most widely used materials in construction: natural stone. The surface is processed with a structured material effect, the Bocciardato finish, replicating the tactile experience of the porosity of stone-effect flooring and cladding, evoking the connection with the earth from which the I Naturali series draws its inspiration.

Marion Brenner
Inspiration for a large modern backyard concrete paver retaining wall landscape in San Francisco.

My clients smile every time they see the playfully artistic pattern of the wall covering in their primary bedroom. I echoed the magenta and soft fuchsia of the flowers in the amethyst fabric of the headboard and bed frame. The painted walls also pick up the soft fuchsia theme. For the existing chaise lounge, I chose a geometric jacquard velvet fabric with a three-D visual effect. For the existing armchair and ottoman, I chose lavender velvet with random shading that creates another textural effect. Notice the subtle cheetah print of the carpet - grrrrreat!

Governor's House Dining Room by Lisa Tharp. 2019 Bulfinch Award - Interior Design. Photo by Michael J. Lee
Enclosed dining room - transitional light wood floor and gray floor enclosed dining room idea with white walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

Located on a tight corner lot, the design of this addition left one wall standing and built a new home around it. The home fits wonderfully into a neighborhood full of mature trees and front porches. We placed generous porches on both the front and back of the house to maximize the owners' use of the lot. There's even a balcony off of the master bedroom with planters for herbs and flowers. The kitchen, though compact, is a chef's dream. There are also windows placed behind the upper cabinets to create a backlighting effect during the day and bring more natural light into the space. Here's what the owner had to say about the project:

Premium siding from Celect® Cellular Composite Siding by Royal® is made from recyclable, state-of-the-art cellular materials. Which means it faithfully reproduces the deep grain texture and solid heft of real wood. And every style is equally unaffected by mold, mildew, weather and the effects of time.

Located on a tight corner lot, the design of this addition left one wall standing and built a new home around it. The home fits wonderfully into a neighborhood full of mature trees and front porches. We placed generous porches on both the front and back of the house to maximize the owners' use of the lot. There's even a balcony off of the master bedroom with planters for herbs and flowers. The kitchen, though compact, is a chef's dream. There are also windows placed behind the upper cabinets to create a backlighting effect during the day and bring more natural light into the space. Here's what the owner had to say about the project:

One of the earliest native plants to emerge in spring, Virginia Bluebells (Mertensia virginica), is currently unfurling it's blue-green leaves in woodland areas and shaded gardens all around the Chicagoland area. As the pink flower buds appear, they quickly turn blue, providing a beautiful bi-colored effect in the process. Best interplanted with other shade loving plants such as hosta and ferns, Virginia Bluebells will die back and go dormant in mid-summer. Planted en masse, these sweet wildflowers are a stunning sight in the naturalized landscape.

The Garden Concierge, Inc.
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional full sun backyard stone landscaping.

Location: Cohasset, MA, United States This elegant property has gorgeous views of the harbor, with sweeping stone walls that create a terraced effect. Since the house was a warm beige, I felt a bold red would really bring it to life, mixed with burgundy foliage and big, dramatic grasses. Swimming pool and spa flow with the natural shapes of this sloped back yard.

Example of a large arts and crafts gray two-story concrete fiberboard exterior home design in Detroit

Scott Buley. High Tech Turf & Trees/Rain Garden Nursery. Native groundcovers and wildflowers including Camas will fill areas between stone and the base of the Rain Garden "creek". An advantage to the creek surrounding the lawn is that turf maintenance including subsoiling "mole ploughs" can be drawn through the entire turf area from creek to creek edge, creating drainage slits without the need for added drain tile. Taken from English golf maintenance Scott studied in the U.K..

The homeowners wanted the master bath to feel like a spa. Rich warm brown tones and Benjamin Moore's Wyeth Blue provided the desired effect. www.jmbphotoworks.com

A great shot showcasing the ease of maintenance here with bedding surrounding the home and grass being separated by a concrete mowers edge. An engraved address rock, lighting, and well placed plantings create a nice, clean, modern look to compliment the home.

Beautiful wall art and fine art that will bring the beauty of the outdoors into your living rooms, bedrooms, dining rooms, office and more. These photos are printed on high quality photo paper with the highest quality ink & finished off with a soft UV luster coating. Prints are available in 5 sizes right here on Houzz. ***Frame displayed in this photo is for demonstration only.*** About This Floral / Botanical Picture: Japanese Iris Delight is an aged nature photograph of a beautiful, fully bloomed Japanese Iris flower. The close-up of the flower bloom really brings out the stunning details of the flowers petals. An aging effect was added to the overall image to create the beautiful romantic feel.

Beautiful wall art and fine art that will bring the beauty of the outdoors into your living rooms, bedrooms, dining rooms, office and more. These photos are printed on high quality photo paper with the highest quality ink & finished off with a soft UV luster coating. Prints are available in 5 sizes right here on Houzz. ***Frame displayed in this photo is for demonstration only.*** About This Floral / Botanical Picture: Abstract Japanese Iris Delight is an abstract colored nature photograph of a beautiful, fully bloomed Japanese Iris flower. The close-up of the flower bloom really brings out the stunning details of the flowers petals. A blue color effect was added to the overall image to create the feel of mystery and class.

Inspiration for a farmhouse patio remodel in Phoenix