It's the most wonderful time of the year! We love designing warm and cozy spaces that are perfect for hosting friends and family! How do you keep your home feeling merry and bright during the busy Christmas season?

Climbing mandevilla vines have to be replaced every spring as they cannot survive the cold New York winters.
This is an example of a traditional landscaping in New York.

Backyard with waterfall, drought tolerant planting and synthetic lawn
Design ideas for a large modern drought-tolerant and full sun backyard stone water fountain landscape in San Francisco.

Photo of a modern landscaping in Santa Barbara.

Design ideas for a contemporary stone pond in Seattle.

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.

Photo of a traditional landscaping in San Francisco.

Restoration of existing foundation beds with regards to plant care/pruning and re-mulching of beds.

This is an example of a southwestern landscaping in Phoenix.

Deeply puckered, dark chocolate leaves are supported by strong, near-black stems on a bushy yet compact plant. FEATURES Bloom/Feature Deeply puckered, dark chocolate leaves Plant Type Shrubs Evergreen or Deciduous Evergreen USDA Zones 8-11 Zone Detail Hardy to 10°F Key Features Use Exposure Full sun to part shade Bloom Season None Dimension 3-4' H x 3-4' W Growth Rate Fast growth CARE Water Moist, but well-drained and not too soggy Soil Type Average garden soil Fertilizer Feed throughout growing season Pruning Remove dead leaves during growing season 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 wonderful shrub is perfect for sunny locations and will impress with its shiny maroon foliage and contrasting hot-pink flowers. While adding beautiful color to your garden it will also attract butterflies and hummingbirds making it a striking addition to any yard. FEATURES Bloom/Feature Pink, funnel-shaped flowers Plant Type Shrubs Evergreen or Deciduous Deciduous USDA Zones 5,6,7,8,9 Zone Detail Hardy to 0°F Key Features Year-round interest, attracts birds/butterflies Use Accent, container, mass planting, slope, hedge Exposure Full sun to part shade Bloom Season Summer Dimension 5-6' H x 4-5' W Growth Rate Fast Growth CARE Water Regular Water Soil Type Well-drained sand to clay soil Fertilizer None Pruning Prune after flowering 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

Distinctive oak-shaped leaves; dense, bright green foliage; upright shape; needs little pruning; great for an accent or screen. FEATURES Bloom/Feature Bright green leaves with oak leaf look. Red berries in fall and winter. Plant Type Trees Evergreen or Deciduous Evergreen USDA Zones 6,7,8,9 Zone Detail Hardy to -10 F Key Features Year-round interest Use Hedge, privacy planting Exposure Full sun to part shade Bloom Season None Dimension 15-20' H x 12-15' W Growth Rate Moderate to fast growth CARE Water Regular water Soil Type Well-drained garden soil Fertilizer Early spring Pruning Shape in 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

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.

Home design - traditional home design idea in Edmonton

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.

Block Rock terrace and native plantings
Design ideas for a southwestern landscaping in Albuquerque.

The mighty carrot is easily grown on fertile soil. Here we have a rainbow mix. Notice the sort-out of size and deformity. All fruit and vegetables offer the chance for "uglies" that are often more tasty than their counterparts. Photo by Gil Schieber, Skipley Farm, Borealis Landscape & Design