A wildflower groundcover was chosen to reduce the need for irrigation and offer seasonal, native bursts of color throughout the year.
Minimalist exterior home photo in Tampa

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This is an example of a traditional landscaping in San Francisco.

Tall cedar privacy screens block views to the side yard, and create a backdrop for a blooming front yard perennial garden with Symphyotrichum novae-angliae (Aster).

Getting started. Organize all flower stems and branches by variety. From left: Pieris japonica, poppies, hellebores, anemones, ranunculus, hyacinth tulip magnolia, cymbidium orchid spray (which I ended up not using), Viburnum tinus in back, fancy parrot tulips. Strip off any foliage that falls below the water's surface to reduce bacteria. Note that I've inserted a vintage dome-style flower frog inside the footed vase. This can be secured with floral adhesive, available at craft and floral supply retailers or online. Design & photography (c) Debra Prinzing, Slow Flowers LLC

This is an example of a large traditional full sun backyard concrete paver landscaping in Milwaukee with a fire pit for summer.

The lawn reduced, hedges removed, and interesting palette of plants added to spruce up the front of this home. photo credit: Kim Leichner Install: Shubha Landscape Design Inc.

Project Financed through a 203(k) Rehab loan. Zelaya Properties is one of the few 203(k) certified contractors in the DC Metro area. Products we used: Jeffrey Alexander Key Grande Collection industrial look bar cabinet pulls in satin nickel. Harmon pendant lighting in Satin Nickel by Restoration Hardware (#68010226SNCK). Mr. Direct Sinks & Faucets spring spout faucet (766-BN). Subway tile backsplash: Starting Line Ceramic Wall Tile in white gloss (3x6"). Countertops in premium granite in Colonial White. Paint colors: Sherwin Williams in Pediment SW-7634

MULCH is an optional layer of material applied to the surface of an area of soil mostly around trees, flowers and plants. The purpose of mulch is the following: - To conserve moisture - To improve the fertility and health of the soil (for that reason we prefer to use mulch instead of retail fertilizer around flowers and vegetable plants.) - To reduce weed growth (some weeds could still go through mulch if the weed control fabric has not been placed under the mulch.) - To increase the visual appeal of the area

Sustainable design helps environmentally conscious clients update their house and simultaneously balance their own needs and desires with an eye to future buyers. Their intention was to have a fresh, new and thoughtful design, adding value to their home and eliminating any additional negative environmental impact. Their concerns were to reduce waste and eliminate impact on landfills by reclaiming, repurposing, reusing and updating all of their existing fine but very dated furniture and furnishings with a new and contemporary design. The project budget was informed by the prevailing real estate values in their neighborhood.

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Terrace with low maintenance, cool porcelain tile for comfort and reduced “heat island” effect. A previously obstructed view of the sound is now enjoyed from the main living areas of the residence.

Example of a master bedroom design in Moscow with green walls

An edible front yard! This Atwater craftsman style home features raised beds, fruit trees and vines. A beautiful alternative to a lawn, and much more productive. Drip irrigation throughout keeps it low maintenance. Photo by Jacky Surber

Example of a tuscan patio design in Orange County

Restoring a woodland edge entry to our clients' home using native, deer resistant shrubs, perennials and ground cover plantings Northern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla lonicera, woody shrub on right), Green and Gold (Chrysogonum virginianum, green leaves lower left). Boulders help reduce erosion and help with footing for maintenance on steep slopes.

Photo by Pete Veilleux, East Bay Wilds. 'Island Pink' yarrow (Achillea millefolium 'Island Pink') with woolly blue curls (Trichostema lanatum).

A vineyard in Southwest Michigan marries contemporary elements with native landscaping. Craig Bergmann Landscape Design created a landscape suited for the traditional farmhouse architecture and stunning countryside. A formal garden room for growing herbs and cut flowers is surrounded by espaliered fruit trees and an open cedar lattice fence. A scree garden accents the pool and reduces overall maintenance for the property. Mass plantings of native grasses add dramatic, bold statements. Photography by Linda Oyama Bryan

Shorter plants keep the view to a pond and golf course intact. As the ground cover fills in maintenance will only reduce.
Inspiration for a timeless exterior home remodel in Chicago

Expertly pruned White Pine. Thinned to reduce risk of storm damage, broken branches removed, tree shaped to create beautiful dappled shade over Pachysandra beds and flowering shrubs.