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Photo of a traditional landscaping in Columbus.

Inspiration for a traditional landscaping in Columbus.

In the summer: a semi-shaded area for reading or contemplating, surrounded by graceful Hostas (almost ready to bloom), Ferns, Tree Peony and foliage of the two Lilacs which brought perfume and colour to this area in the spring. But in the summer, what people crave is respite from the sun and a place to rest.

Shade to Sun - A Journey of a Perennial Garden by Stonepocket. Upon the removal of a large silver maple the garden of pachysandra, hosta, and daffodils went from nice dappled shade to blazing fun sun. Shade plants were moved to other locations or giving away in order to transition into a full sun perennial garden. Spring flowers of Iberis, specie tulips, and Muscari fad to give way to Salvia, Coreopsis, Aruncus and Iris by early summer. Grasses, Asters, Heliopsis, and fall blooming onions push the late season color well into October. Text and form help carry the garden through our long cold winters. Photos by Stonepocket, Inc.

Photo by Linda Oyama Bryan
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This vertical garden is planted with plants that do well in partial shade.
Design ideas for a contemporary courtyard landscaping.

This is an example of a traditional landscaping in Columbus.

Design ideas for a traditional landscaping in Columbus.

Inspiration for a traditional landscaping in Columbus.

City living can lead to creativity, like this complete remodel that also included a rooftop patio. A NARI Contractor of the Year award winner, this contemporary design relies heavily on straight lines and metallic accents.

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Home design - traditional home design idea in Columbus

Example of a classic home design design in Columbus

Asian inspired setting with a dry river bed snaking through this side garden. A central bridge and a path made of natural stone steppers run right through the middle of the dry stone bed. Shade tolerant plants provide texture, color and visual interest.

This remarkable courtyard is embellished with a beautiful shade garden, a wrought-iron trellis with a water fountain, and a wide open patio space. A great space for entertaining.

A 2019 update of the woodland garden planted below existing 60 year old row of Spruce trees. Big change in 50% loss of sunlight where 100% of low western sun is now blocked by the 6' tall privacy fence. This caused some loss in Azaleas, with 3 shrubs die out completely, and one year of no flowers. So it has been another struggle to grow in deep shade. Only 1-2 hours of morning sun hits these plants, even less in spring & fall.