Western Redbud (Cercis occidentalis) is an ideal tree for small spaces. It has a somewhat architectural form that fills with these delightful - and edible and delicious! - pink flowers in winter. With branches bare, it allows heat to enter adjacent structures. In spring and summer, its abundant heart-shaped leaves provide shade and seasonal color. Photo: Lesly Hall Photography

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional full sun backyard stone formal garden in Grand Rapids.

Spring pictures of a 25 years old garden that we have been maintaining.
This is an example of a large traditional backyard formal garden in New York.

Photo: Stan Shebs, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 Unported Cercis occidentalis in the south fork of Pine Creek Canyon, Red Rock Canyon, Spring Mountains, southern Nevada

Situated on a long level lot in the small town of Kenwood, with fantastic views of Sugar Loaf Ridge, this client wanted their country home to meet their needs in a way their city house could not. The Master Plan included the layout and material selection for the following elements: a large rectangular pool with raised spa, pool/guest house, shade arbor, outdoor shower, children’s play structure, bocce ball court, fire pit patio, dining patio, outdoor kitchen, raised vegetable beds, composting bins, orchard and rose garden. With fuller plantings in the heavy use areas and minimal drought tolerant plantings for screening around the perimeter, this plan created a lush garden close in - while limiting maintenance overall.

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Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional full sun front yard stone garden path in Boston for spring.

The seasonal colors of Redbud elevate the eye. In the warmer months, it provides dappled shade to the front patio and front-garden walks. Photo: Lesly Hall Photography

The bluestone entry and poured-in-place concrete create strength of line in the front while the plantings softly transition to the back patio space.
Design ideas for a huge mid-century modern partial sun side yard stone garden path in Chicago for summer.

Photo: Chris Cooper
Deck - transitional balcony deck idea in New York with no cover

A weeping redbud (Cercis canadensis 'Covey') highlights this front yard. Creeping phlox and hardy geranium fill the ground plane beneath.
Design ideas for a mid-sized rustic partial sun courtyard landscaping in Cleveland for fall.

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This is an example of a traditional landscaping in New York.

Inspiration for a huge transitional partial sun hillside gravel formal garden in New York for spring.