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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
Bloom/Feature Dark purple flowers bloom year-round in frost-free climates, or until frost
Plant Type Perennials
Evergreen or Deciduous Herbaceous
USDA Zones 9b, 10
Zone Detail Hardy to 25°F USDA zones 9b-10
Key Features Blooms won't fade in the heat; forming a ball of color with no pruning or deadheading
Use Perennial, borders, garden beds, containers
Exposure Full sun to part shade
Bloom Season Year-round in frost-free climates, or until frost
Dimension 3-4’ H x 3' W
Growth Rate Fast in spring and summer
CARE
Water Moderate to regular water
Soil Type Well-drained garden soil
Fertilizer Apply a balanced slow release each spring
Pruning Cut back to 3" in early spring to maintain shape
PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS
• water before planting
• plant in full sun to part shade
• dig hole 2X the width of pot,
• backfill and plant 1”-2” above soil level
• water and add more soil if needed
• mulch around plants

Backyard Day 1
Rotted trees need to be removed
Weeds need to be killed
Grass needs to be fertilized/seeded
Old pine straw needs to be removed, mulch added

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional full sun side yard mulch landscaping in DC Metro for summer.
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Moss Garden: A Living Carpet of Tranquility
A moss garden is a serene, low-maintenance landscape feature that evokes a profound sense of calm and natural beauty. Composed of vibrant, velvety mosses that thrive in shaded, humid environments, these gardens offer a soft, carpet-like groundcover that replaces traditional lawns or gravel with rich, green texture.
At Westland Design, our moss gardens are thoughtfully integrated into the overall landscape to enhance a feeling of timelessness and stillness. Whether nestled beneath the canopy of trees, edging a stone pathway, or surrounding a tranquil water feature, moss brings subtle movement and color to quiet corners of the garden.
Key qualities of a moss garden include:
Evergreen softness: Moss provides lush, year-round greenery that requires no mowing or fertilizing.
Quiet beauty: It absorbs sound, contributing to a peaceful, contemplative environment.
Natural elegance: Ideal for Japanese-style gardens or woodland settings, moss complements stone, water, and wood elements with organic harmony.
A moss garden is more than a design choice—it’s an invitation to slow down, observe closely, and appreciate nature’s quiet elegance.

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

This visionary homeowner found an idyllic property surrounded by gorgeous pastoral views, fertile soil perfect for a Truffle farm, and an easy distance to downtown Corvallis, Oregon. What was not ideal, however, was the existing house. Built in the 1980’s, this ranch had some undesirably unique features that were not at all the style that our client was imagining for her dream farmhouse.
She came to us with the challenge of transforming this dated ranch into a classic southern style farmhouse complete with covered porches and wood burning fireplaces. She had dreams of hosting large parties as well as intimate family gatherings, requiring a modern open concept layout alongside more secluded areas, all while preserving the traditional aesthetic that she desired.
Having lived in a wide variety of homes around the country, there were some features this homeowner knew she wanted to incorporate into this major rebuild. We thoughtfully considered how to include those elements in the design while addressing several structural challenges, remaining within budget, and creating a final product that would be both stunning and practical.
Historic trim work, white oak flooring, and warm white walls provide the ideal backdrop for showcasing her treasured heirloom rugs and artwork. Incorporating numerous windows on every exterior wall possible, we were able to maximize natural light, and access panoramic views of the countryside, while allowing the fresh air to breeze through. Multiple sets of French doors lead onto the expansive front veranda that wraps around the main living room. This deep, full-length porch is an inviting, shady spot to enjoy the outdoors. The combination of these design features provided the framework to capture the vision she had for her home.

This visionary homeowner found an idyllic property surrounded by gorgeous pastoral views, fertile soil perfect for a Truffle farm, and an easy distance to downtown Corvallis, Oregon. What was not ideal, however, was the existing house. Built in the 1980’s, this ranch had some undesirably unique features that were not at all the style that our client was imagining for her dream farmhouse.
She came to us with the challenge of transforming this dated ranch into a classic southern style farmhouse complete with covered porches and wood burning fireplaces. She had dreams of hosting large parties as well as intimate family gatherings, requiring a modern open concept layout alongside more secluded areas, all while preserving the traditional aesthetic that she desired.
Having lived in a wide variety of homes around the country, there were some features this homeowner knew she wanted to incorporate into this major rebuild. We thoughtfully considered how to include those elements in the design while addressing several structural challenges, remaining within budget, and creating a final product that would be both stunning and practical.
Historic trim work, white oak flooring, and warm white walls provide the ideal backdrop for showcasing her treasured heirloom rugs and artwork. Incorporating numerous windows on every exterior wall possible, we were able to maximize natural light, and access panoramic views of the countryside, while allowing the fresh air to breeze through. Multiple sets of French doors lead onto the expansive front veranda that wraps around the main living room. This deep, full-length porch is an inviting, shady spot to enjoy the outdoors. The combination of these design features provided the framework to capture the vision she had for her home.

CONTAINER PLANTS do very well on balconies, if fertilized and watered appropriately. They may need additional water due to evaporation from wind, and if there is a hot microclimate on a S or SW-facing balcony. The style and assortment of containers can be bohemian mix-and-match, or it can be carefully coordinated. The important feature is that each container must have drainage holes, and that there be no standing water in any saucers - it's best to have flow-through casters so the water flows onto the balcony floor and down through the drainpipes. Mosquitoes will breed in any standing water, even if the volume is only that of an upturned soft drink or beer cap.

After struggling with fertility issues for years, this lovely family couple had a surprise announcement for their family and invited Alane Beard Design to help them make it. The result is this refreshing nursery with soft hues and natural elements.

This ground-level, wide-angle photograph captures a premium residential artificial grass installation in Tucson, Arizona, designed and completed by Az Custom Landscapes LLC. The project showcases a clean and vibrant outdoor living solution designed to thrive in the desert heat while dramatically lowering water usage.
The focal point is a lush, high-density synthetic turf lawn featuring a striking, custom-curved layout. The entire lawn is meticulously framed by a flush, red brick paver border that follows the sweeping organic lines of the landscape, creating a beautiful visual transition between the vibrant green turf and the surrounding decorative river rock and native plantings.
Running parallel to the synthetic grass is a covered backyard patio supported by classic Southwestern stucco pillars. This mud-free, pet-friendly turf integration seamlessly expands the home's usable outdoor entertainment space, providing a perfectly manicured lawn year-round without the need for mowing, fertilizing, or traditional irrigation.

Fall-blooming wildflowers and grasses add color and texture to this Florida yard. Since the plants used are native to this environment, they require no fertilizer or irrigation, and they provide food and shelter to birds, butterflies, and other wildlife.

WE TURN YARDS INTO GARDENS Bloom Garden Co. believes that the practice of gardening is fourfold: It is an art, a science, a service to our clients, and a service to our planet. For those four reasons, we are passionate about the development and maintenance of beautiful gardens, serious about horticultural knowledge, committed to professionalism in service, and pioneering in our use of environmentally sustainable methods. We are Tallahassee's first electric lawncare company. We use 100% Lithium Ion powered lawn equipment. We carry no chemicals with us. We minimize fertilizer use to mitigate nutrient pollution. We value organic principles and natural systems. We want to change the way you think and feel about your yard.

Moss Garden: A Living Carpet of Tranquility
A moss garden is a serene, low-maintenance landscape feature that evokes a profound sense of calm and natural beauty. Composed of vibrant, velvety mosses that thrive in shaded, humid environments, these gardens offer a soft, carpet-like groundcover that replaces traditional lawns or gravel with rich, green texture.
At Westland Design, our moss gardens are thoughtfully integrated into the overall landscape to enhance a feeling of timelessness and stillness. Whether nestled beneath the canopy of trees, edging a stone pathway, or surrounding a tranquil water feature, moss brings subtle movement and color to quiet corners of the garden.
Key qualities of a moss garden include:
Evergreen softness: Moss provides lush, year-round greenery that requires no mowing or fertilizing.
Quiet beauty: It absorbs sound, contributing to a peaceful, contemplative environment.
Natural elegance: Ideal for Japanese-style gardens or woodland settings, moss complements stone, water, and wood elements with organic harmony.
A moss garden is more than a design choice—it’s an invitation to slow down, observe closely, and appreciate nature’s quiet elegance.

Nothing says "home" like a lush, green, manicured lawn. A professionally designed and installed landscape can increase your enjoyment of your home while also increase the resale value of your property. Often times, though, keeping your lawn maintained takes too much time, is too much of a hassle and requires more tools than many homeowners have at their disposal. To keep your lawn healthy and save yourself from the hassle, enlist help from the lawn maintenance professionals at Rick Roberts Lawn Service. Our team has over 20 years of experience providing lawn care services to homeowners throughout Southwest Florida, and we take pride in offering quality results.
At Rick Roberts Lawn Service, our residential lawn maintenance contractors provide exceptional quality residential lawn maintenance services at fair pricing. In the event of a hurricane, you can rest assured that our lawn maintenance company can take care of any storm related damages your yard suffers because we have the experience and necessary equipment to provide quick storm recovery lawn maintenance services.

This exuberant garden contains all the elements needed for a Wildlife habitat: water and food sources, cover for wildlife and places where they can raise their young. It is a sustainable garden environment that conserves and collects water and contains only non-invasive Calilfornia native and climate appropriate plants without using chemical pesticides or fertilizers.

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This is an example of a large front yard stone landscaping in Seattle.
This is an example of a large front yard stone landscaping in Seattle.

Photo Credits: Interplay Design
Unlike other design studios, Interplay has its own view of growing their interior design business. Since Taiwan is facing the low fertility issue, the team has noticed that instead of doing fancy design, creating and focusing on the senior-friendly home would be an advanced and primary market in the future.
"A senior-friendly home" does not mean, putting the aids full of the home, but considering more about the dignity. They realized this point!
But how? This project main designer - Kuan says: Creating the thoughtful space without reminding them - "This function is for you."
Because even they need the supports, they hope there are no differences with others. Therefore, the senior-friendly homes they create will just look like other homes. On the other hands, they also can be sustainable, design the homes without any concern in the future life,
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