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Zephyranthes Pink Rain Lily Zephyranthes grandiflora

This large-flowered traditional pink rain lily blooms numerous times each summer/fall, usually following a rain. These special bulbs are uniquely suited for warm climates and require virtually no maintenance. FEATURES Bloom/Feature One of the largest blooms and bulb amongst rain lilies. 3-4 successive blooms. Plant Type Spring Bulbs Evergreen or Deciduous Deciduous USDA Zones 8,9,10,11 Zone Detail Hardy to 10°F Key Features Heat tolerance, drought tolerance, water-wise, reblooming Use Border, container, accent Exposure Full sun to part shade Bloom Season None Dimension 6" H x clumping Growth Rate Moderate to fast growth CARE Water Natural Southern rainfall Soil Type Any Fertilizer Mix in low amount of an even N-P-K before planting Pruning None PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS plant in full sun soil should be 2-3” over the bulb natural rainfall is best; summer irrigation is o.k.

Pink Crinum Lily Crinum x powellii 'Roseum'

Southern Living Plant Collection

Pink Crinum Lily [+] click to see a larger image This Pink crinum lily survives and multiplies year after year and blooms prolifically on three to four foot scapes. On top of each scape are numerous pink lily shaped flowers from spring throughout the middle of summer. The robust foliage of this crinum adds a nice effect to any garden. FEATURES Bloom/Feature Multiplies year after year; blooms 2-3 times with 3-4 foot scapes topped with pink trumpet shaped flowers Plant Type Spring Bulbs Evergreen or Deciduous Deciduous USDA Zones 7,8,9,10,11 Zone Detail Hardy to 0°F Key Features Heat tolerance, drought tolerance, water-wise, reblooming, year-round interest, dwarf, deer resistant Use Border, container, accent Exposure Full sun to part shade Bloom Season Spring, summer Dimension 24" H x 20" W Growth Rate Moderate to fast growth CARE Water Natural Southern rainfall Soil Type Any Fertilizer Mix in low amount of an even N-P-K before planting Pruning None PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS plant in full winter sun. summer shade is ok soil should be 2-3” over the bulb only needs natural rainfall, but irrigation is ok

Houston contemporary home

Dena Brody Interiors

This contemporary entry was updated recently with a beautiful vinyl wallcovering that has soft metallic detail. The gold metallic tone in the wallcovering was enhanced by the soft brass demi-lune console table. Photo by: Dena Brody

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Southern Charm Inspired

Powell Construction

These homeowners came to us wanting to upgrade the curb appeal of their home and improve the layout of the interior. They hoped for an entry that would welcome guests to their home both inside and out, while also creating more defined and purposeful space within the home. The main goals of the project were to add a covered wrap around porch, add more windows for natural light, create a formal entry that housed the client’s baby grand piano, and add a home office for the clients to work from home. With a dated exterior and facade that lacked dimension, there was little charm to be had. The front door was hidden from visitors and a lack of windows made the exterior unoriginal. We approached the exterior design pulling inspiration from the farmhouse style, southern porches, and craftsman style homes. Eventually we landed on a design that added numerous windows to the front façade, reminiscent of a farmhouse, and turned a Dutch hipped roof into an extended gable roof, creating a large front porch and adding curb appeal interest. By relocating the entry door to the front of the house and adding a gable accent over this new door, it created a focal point for guests and passersby. In addition to those design elements, we incorporated some exterior shutters rated for our northwest climate that echoed the southern style homes our client loved. A greige paint color (Benjamin Moore Cape May Cobblestone) accented with a white trim (Benjamin Moore Swiss Coffee) and a black front door, shutters, and window box (Sherwin Williams Black Magic) all work together to create a charming and welcoming façade. On the interior we removed a half wall and coat closet that separated the original cramped entryway from the front room. The front room was a multipurpose space that didn’t have a designated use for the family, it became a catch-all space that was easily cluttered. Through the design process we came up with a plan to split the spaces into 2 rooms, a large open semi-formal entryway and a home office. The semi-formal entryway was intentionally designed to house the homeowner’s baby grand piano – a real showstopper. The flow created by this entryway is welcoming and ushers you into a beautifully curated home. A new office now sits right off the entryway with beautiful French doors, built-in cabinetry, and an abundance of natural light – everything that one dreams of for their home office. The home office looks out to the front porch and front yard as well as the pastural side yard where the children frequently play. The office is an ideal location for a moment of inspiration, reflection, and focus. A warm white paint (Benjamin Moore Swiss Coffee) combined with the newly installed light oak luxury vinyl plank flooring runs throughout the home, creating continuity and a neutral canvas. Traditional and schoolhouse style statement light fixtures coordinate with the black door hardware for an added level of contrast. There is one more improvement that made a big difference to this family. In the family room, we added a built-in window seat. This created a cozy nook that is used by all for reading and extra seating. This relatively small improvement had a big impact on how the family uses and enjoys the space.