An outstanding abelia with bright variegated foliage that is yellow with green centers when young, maturing to ivory and green. Produces a heavy bloom of light pink flowers for a long period of summer and fall. FEATURES Bloom/Feature White to pale pink flowers Plant Type Shrubs Evergreen or Deciduous Deciduous USDA Zones 6,7,8,9 Zone Detail Hardy to -10° F Key Features Green, gold, & yellow variegated leaves Use Cottage/informal, beds and borders, low maintenance, containers, wallside and trellises Exposure Full sun to part shade Bloom Season Mid-summer to fall Dimension 3' H x 4' W Growth Rate Moderate CARE Water Regular water Soil Type Any well-drained soil Fertilizer As needed Pruning Prune if desired but not required 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 plants

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.

Photo of a modern landscaping in Manchester.

Veitchii lacecap hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla). The inner fertile flowers are pink because the soil is alkaline.
Design ideas for a partial sun landscaping in Atlanta for summer.

Grevillea Long John as front planting feature that provides hummingbird food. Plant Australian Native with acid mix and keep away from Nitrogen fertilizers. Photo by Katrina Coombs

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional full sun side yard mulch landscaping in DC Metro for summer.

A lakeside planting of native flowers and shrubs is beautiful and sustainable, needing no chemical treatments or fertilizers and eliminating polluted runoff. The garden, with its variety of flowers, shrubs, and trees, provides year-round food and shelter for birds, butterflies, and other wildlife.

Our team provides maintenance for your plants, flowers, and tree beds; mow, fertilize, and maintain your grass; we also offer a number of other services that will keep that majestic look on your garden or yard. We provide complete lawn care services to keep your property looking great throughout the year.

Dogs love having a green space of their own - in the yard or on the lanai. Now, with EasyTurf artificial grass, you can have beautiful green grass AND a pet. Call AlternaScapes today for more information 1-800-445-2944 or visit our website at www.JustLikeGrass.com.

Real grass is costly to keep looking beautiful. It requires water, maintenance, fertilizer-and even when you try your hardest, sometimes your best just isn’t good enough and you are left with an ugly, patchy lawn despite your best efforts. Synthetic turf allows homeowners to have green, flawless grass 365 days a year. In the driest heat of summer and in the wettest months of winter your backyard will be graced with the same green, natural-looking grass, and you will never be plagued by weeds, mud or lawnmowers ever again!

A beautiful shade tree in summer with brilliant color in autumn, the Red Maple can be planted any time of year, including Fall. Dig a hole twice the size of the root ball, place it in the ground, and fertilize and water well, says Angelo Puleo of Bisset Nurseries. (Photo With Permission © by Jeff Dean) www.deckandpatio.com

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.

Example of a trendy home design design in Other

Inspiration for a mid-sized full sun backyard mulch landscaping in Houston.

Mid-century book case filled with a partial grouping of my design, fashion and coffee table books. On top are photos from Bruce Weber and a street photographer from Paris. Also a pair of Fertility statues from Burkina Faso next to a vintage Japanese lacquer display stand. The vintage lamp has a rough burlap handmade shade. Serene white vase-vintage.

Red Oak trees planted in a backyard by Treeland Nursery. Red Oaks are fast growing and high quality trees that are easy to maintain and require moderate amounts of fertilizer and moisture when established.

Influence of modernism design mixed with graphic and chunky strong statements is how we would describe Mid Century Modern Furniture. The style has not passed the saturation point and it blends seamlessly with so many other periods and styles. Mid Century is about more than the individual furniture pieces. We think of that era of manufacturing as particularly fertile and creative in terms of the materials used, like plastics, fiberglass, wood, metal, etc. You will find designs where form follows function. There is a vast range of color, from neutral to bold, including black and white.

Installed a dozen small trees around the property in addition to lawn care. Photo by John
Example of a mid-sized trendy home design design in Charlotte

All the planting beds are drip irrigated. Drought tolerant grasses and ground covers are used throughout. First year water monitoring suggests an irrigation water use reduction of 20-30%. Experience shows a further reduction of 30% is to be expected. The hardscapes are permeable and all water is infiltrated on site. Plants established quickly due to adequate water and fertile soils and maintenance was reduced by almost 60% in the first year with additional savings expected.