With the first day of Spring just passing us and plant sales popping up, it’s a great time to get acquainted with some of our Pacific Northwest native plants. This is just a small fraction of what’s available and can be grown in your garden. With the weather starting to warm up and plenty of…
Category: Landscape Architecture
Vertical Landscaping
When you think of a landscape you most likely imagine those parts that are on the ground level like a patio, pathways, plantings beds, maybe raised planters, and a water feature. But what about those elements that lift your eye away from the ground level. Vertical landscaping is great for maximizing a small space, getting…
Natural Playgrounds
You want a beautiful garden with plenty of room and places for your children to play but you don’t want to setup and see a giant playset every time you look outside…sound familiar? There are many materials and options if you want to setup a play area for your kids but keep your lovely garden…
Is a Greenhouse Right for You?
At this time of year, when we long to be out in our gardens, many may be thinking of adding a greenhouse. They are great for extending your growing season, starting seeds, and providing stability and flexibility for more tender plants. While greenhouses can be a beautiful addition to your garden, there are a few…
Year in Review – 2022
The holiday season is upon us. This year has FLOWN by! This time of year more than any other time of year I am inspired to reflect on all of the amazing clients that we get the pleasure to work with. We are so grateful to be able to do what we love and bring…
Landscaping Around Septic Lids
Whether you walk by them or have to stare at them from your kitchen window every day, septic lids can be an eye sore in an otherwise beautiful garden. While it’s important that you are able to access your septic lids, it doesn’t mean you have to look at those big, plastic circles all the…
Our Favorite Fall Color Plants
With temperatures finally starting to drop (at least at night), some of our favorite fall plants are just about to put on a show. These plants will add splashes of color throughout your garden as the rainy, gray days start to return. Katsura Tree (Cercidiphyllum japonica) There’s nothing like the smell of a crisp autumn…
Meet the Designer – Colleen
It’s been over a year since I came to work at Kismet Design and I realized that most of you have never met me in person which means you probably don’t know too much about me outside of my bio. So, let’s remedy that! I currently live in Caldwell, ID (outside of Boise) with my…
Xeriscape Design
In Boise, Idaho – where I’m located – mostly everyone gets their irrigation water through their local irrigation district. Our irrigation turns on and off at certain times of the year depending on availability and is provided to the Treasure Valley via canal system (which stretches over 1000 miles long!). When it gets as hot…
Container Gardens
Containers are one of the simplest ways to enhance any space, indoor or out, with color and life. Whether in a formal or informal setting, containers should complement the overall feel of the space and allow people to enjoy their outdoor spaces even more. Pots can provide symmetry, define a space, or function as a…