California native, Mediterranean, Australian & other lower water plants replaced a lawn on a hot, busy, suburban corner. A mound of fast draining soil, boulders, and a Chilopsis & Manzanita tree added height and better planting conditions to a flat yard of compacted dirt.

Terraced lawn after SOD installation.
Photo of a large traditional full sun backyard landscaping in Los Angeles.

Terraced lawn after SOD installation.
Inspiration for a large traditional full sun backyard landscaping in Los Angeles.

California native, Mediterranean, Australian & other lower water plants replaced a lawn on a hot, busy, suburban corner. A mound of fast draining soil, boulders, and a Chilopsis & Manzanita tree added height and better planting conditions to a flat yard of compacted dirt.

Perched on a hillside on the edge of the Palouse, these homeowners wanted a backyard that took advantage of the stellar views across the surrounding farmland. Masonry retaining walls match the brick of the house, while the landscaping complements the vistas below. The water feature has multiple falls that cascade into a deep wading pool below. The concrete patio is cantilevered over the water for a seamless transition. Across the top pool, boulder stepping stones continue the path to the upper patio.

Upper terrace after SOD installation.
Inspiration for a large traditional full sun backyard landscaping in Los Angeles.

Blue grey Festuca provides an interesting contrast to Carex pansa and mimics its mounded growth pattern. Photo: Orly Olivier
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A new more contemporary entrance with linear planting beds which extend from the concrete paver walkways. Landscape lighting shines up and highlights the concrete retaining wall.

Terraced lawn after SOD installation.
Inspiration for a large traditional full sun backyard landscaping in Los Angeles.

Limestone pathway with outcrop steps.

California native, Mediterranean, Australian & other lower water plants replaced a lawn on a hot, busy, suburban corner. A mound of fast draining soil, boulders, and a Chilopsis & Manzanita tree added height and better planting conditions to a flat yard of compacted dirt.

Landscape Lighting for Artificial Turf, Putting Green

Parry Manzanita / Arctostaphylos manzanita Photo by Pete Veilleux, East Bay Wilds

California native, Mediterranean, Australian & other lower water plants replaced a lawn on a hot, busy, suburban corner. A mound of fast draining soil, boulders, and a Chilopsis & Manzanita tree added height and better planting conditions to a flat yard of compacted dirt.

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California native, Mediterranean, Australian & other lower water plants replaced a lawn on a hot, busy, suburban corner. A mound of fast draining soil, boulders, and a Chilopsis & Manzanita tree added height and better planting conditions to a flat yard of compacted dirt.

A well-maintained lawn will roll out the green carpet for you and visitors to your home. Trees, shrubs, perennials, and annuals added color with both flowers and foliage. Design and installation by Merrifield Garden Center.

Deana M. Chiavola
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Garden mounds with winding paths are framed by red thyme groundcovers
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