In the backyard, a 28-foot swimming pool, surrounded by flagstone deck, is enclosed by a Williamsburg-inspired picket fence. Post lanterns light the four brick patios, walk and covered dining area. An outdoor fireplace anchors the central shaded patio. In front, landscaping details include espaliered apple trees, blue and white plumbago, purple sage, native grasses and roses. Photo courtesy of © TK Images

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This single family residence backs up to the Kelly Creek Watershed Riparian area. It's locally protected and is home to all sorts of native flora and fauna. We integrated a timber retaining wall into the posts for our fence, which also doubles (or is that 'triples') as a trellis for green beans, tomatoes and the like.

Winter jasmine. Creative commons license. Photo credit Daniel/dadoobe

Deer resistant plantings. This selection of perennials and shrubs are bearing up well under the pressure from a large herd of deer that frequently hang out in this open area. The perennials are astilbe, carex, evergreen autumn fern, hellebore, and variegated solomon's seal. Shrubs include abelia, itea, laurel, mugho pine and oak leaf hydrangea. Note that in different locations, some of these plants will be grazed by deer. Photo by Barbara Katz

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This single family residence backs up to the Kelly Creek Watershed Riparian area. It's locally protected and is home to all sorts of native flora and fauna. We integrated a timber retaining wall into the posts for our fence, which also doubles (or is that 'triples') as a trellis for green beans, tomatoes and the like.

Slope plantings surround retaining boulders on steep slope.
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Pennisetum 'Fairy Tales', Bouteloua 'Blonde Ambition', Aloes and other noninvasive sculpturally interesting plants make up front yard, decomposed granite, flagstone path, interesting curb appeal. 6 months post-planting.

This single family residence backs up to the Kelly Creek Watershed Riparian area. It's locally protected and is home to all sorts of native flora and fauna. We integrated a timber retaining wall into the posts for our fence, which also doubles (or is that 'triples') as a trellis for green beans, tomatoes and the like.

This single family residence backs up to the Kelly Creek Watershed Riparian area. It's locally protected and is home to all sorts of native flora and fauna. We integrated a timber retaining wall into the posts for our fence, which also doubles (or is that 'triples') as a trellis for green beans, tomatoes and the like.

Masses of plantings and boulders help stabilize slope and add seasonal interest.
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PHOTO TAKEN AT 3 MONTHS AFTER INSTALLATION. AUSTIN, TEXAS DIY WITH THE HELP OF CAREFULLY SELECTED PLANT MATERIALS AND BED LAYOUT BY EASY LANDSCAPE PLAN DESIGN BY: THE EASY LANDSCAPE PLAN TEAM INSTALLATION BY: THE SHERMAN RESIDENCE PHOTO BY: THE SHERMAN RESIDENCE

Masses of groundcover and perennials in back yard.
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Aged granite steps leading to upper walkway and driveway.
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We designed & installed plantings with year-round interest harmonious with the post-Victorian home. The sandy soil was amended for greater moisture retention. The profuse plantings afford clients greater privacy. Pollinator-friendly.

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This single family residence backs up to the Kelly Creek Watershed Riparian area. It's locally protected and is home to all sorts of native flora and fauna. We integrated a timber retaining wall into the posts for our fence, which also doubles (or is that 'triples') as a trellis for green beans, tomatoes and the like.