Gathering gardens traditionally started as community spaces for people to come together to enjoy nature, learn about and grow native plants, and have a space for celebrations and other recreational activities. On a residential scale, gathering gardens can be the hub of the family and function as an extension of your home. Gathering gardens are…
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Year in Review – 2024
As we head into the holiday season, we wish to express our deepest gratitude and appreciation to our amazing clients that we get to work with. We love designing beautiful gardens that bring joy year after year and are so grateful that we are able to do what we love. We appreciate all of the…
Building, Planting, & Maintaining a Rain Garden
We’ve past the first day of fall and the rainy weather has returned. If your yard is plagued with drainage problems this time of year, a rain garden may be the perfect solution to your drainage woes. By routing your drain systems and downspouts to a rain garden, you can move excess water on your…
Incorporating Outdoor Furniture into Your Garden
Your garden is a space to relax and unwind in and choosing your outdoor furniture can make that a reality. When choosing furniture for your garden you’ll want to consider your space, materials, functionality, storage, and style. Thoughtful planning will help transform your deck, patio, or porch into comfortable and functional spaces made for everyone…
Container Garden Maintenance
Pots and container gardens provide additional gardening space for both ornamental and edible plants. Making sure your pots are well watered and cared for will keep your plants looking their best throughout each season. As the weather heats up it’s especially important to make sure your containers get plenty of water each day. Summer Fall…
Project Spotlight: Backyard Retreat
This small Bothell backyard features a paver patio and seat wall with plenty of room for a fire pit and extra seating. The cedar arbor, perfect for a bench swing, also provides a little privacy from the neighbors. The composite deck landing abuts steel planters for vegetable gardening which also serves as a backstop for…
Pollinator Friendly PNW Native Plants
Pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds all depend on various native plants for food and shelter. Planting native plants throughout your garden will not only attract pollinators but will also cut down on maintenance as these plants are well adapted to our climate so they can handle the changes in seasons, animals, and soil…
The Landscape Design Process
Each designer has their own process and when choosing a landscape designer, it’s an important topic to ask about. This will help you find the best fit for your project, and you’ll know exactly what you’re going to get throughout the process. Initial Consultation After having a phone consultation to learn about our design process…
Project Spotlight: Woodland Escape
Maximizing usable space with sloped properties adds a layer of complexity but has the power to create captivating and intricate spaces. Although this site had its challenges with steep slopes, we were able to maximize accessibility throughout the property while creating a relaxing atmosphere for the clients to enjoy for years to come. The property…
What is a Master Landscape Plan?
A master landscape plan is a landscape design created for an entire property. It’s an important piece of information to have before any construction begins and includes all existing site information (buildings, driveways, plants, etc.) along with all proposed design elements. This includes hardscaping, lighting layout and fixture selection, plant selection and layout, plant schedule,…