The different size cobbles and pebbles frame the walkway and provide a transition from the rigid modern walkway to the softer California native landscape.

A dense planting of trees, shrubs, and perennials provides a pleasing backdrop to the Great Lawn throughout the year. Natural stone steps lead up to breaksfast patio.

A boulder placed over a dry drainage creek provides a path to the other side.
Inspiration for a drought-tolerant landscaping in Austin.

The rain garden collects roof runoff and provides another interesting visual element to the garden
This is an example of a farmhouse landscaping in Seattle.

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Design ideas for a contemporary landscaping in New York.

This photo shows a view of the eastern shoreline of the Lake in autumn. Brilliant red stems of native Cornus stolonifera ‘Cardinal’ wrap the lake’s edge. Mature sycamores that were preserved and the newly planted maple collection are visible in the background.

French country chateau, Villa Coublay, is set amid a beautiful wooded backdrop. Native stone veneer with red brick accents, stained cypress shutters, and timber-framed columns and brackets add to this estate's charm and authenticity. A twelve-foot tall family room ceiling allows for expansive glass at the southern wall taking advantage of the forest view and providing passive heating in the winter months. A largely open plan design puts a modern spin on the classic French country exterior creating an unexpected juxtaposition, inspiring awe upon entry.

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Native shrubs and perennials line the lawn path leading to the backyard and provide screening from neighbors.
This is an example of a transitional full sun side yard formal garden in Boston.

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary partial sun backyard stone garden path in Boston for spring.

After photo of side yard from street, goals of the project were to provide access to backyard and hide generator and air conditioner from the street
Design ideas for a large traditional partial sun front yard concrete paver driveway in New York for summer.

The best gardens provide continuous bloom and interest during every season of the year. Bedford Landscape Designer- Verdant View LLC.
This is an example of a traditional landscaping in New York.

The rain garden collects roof runoff and provides another interesting component to the garden
Design ideas for a farmhouse landscaping in Seattle.

In summer, the reds and bronzes are provided by ripe Coffeeberries.
Design ideas for a large mediterranean drought-tolerant and full sun front yard flower bed in Los Angeles for summer.

Hummingbirds are drawn to blooming succulents as well as the garden's Island Pitcher Sage, Manzanita and Western Redbud blooms.
Photo of a mid-sized mediterranean drought-tolerant and full sun front yard gravel flower bed in Los Angeles for spring.

After photo of side yard from street, goals of the project were to provide access to backyard and hide generator and air conditioner from the street
This is an example of a large traditional partial sun front yard concrete paver driveway in New York for summer.

Alan D Holt ASLA Landscape Architect This pergola provides shade for the cars and an architectural transition from the house to the landscape.
Design ideas for a small coastal drought-tolerant and shade side yard concrete paver landscaping in Miami.

Patrick & Topaze McCaffery - Taproot Garden Design "April 2017 - This native-plant-loving couple added Verbena 'De La Mina' at the entrance to their garden and it proved to be an excellent choice for their California landscape. Beautiful, bold, and eye catching from the street, this Verbena will also provide nectar for local butterflies."

This study at the very tip-top of the four-story house feels as if it’s in a garden—because of the tall, airy plantings of asters and other natives on the roof garden just below. The small roof gardens at various levels of the house provide not only sustainable benefits such as rainwater absorption and wildlife habitat, but also beautiful views from inside the house. Architect: Wolf Architects, Inc. Photo by Susan Teare.