Are you looking to mix things for the holidays by doing something a little bit different or out of the box? Do you enjoy being outdoors in the fresh air, taking in the cool breeze and all of the sounds of nature? Well, why not relish in the season with the ones you love by opting to bring your celebrations outside! While we certainly don’t expect to have a white Christmas around these parts, there is still something so special about spending time outdoors on a cool December evening, surrounded by the glow of golden hour and all of your closest friends and family. If you’ve got a fire pit, then ..read more

With the holiday season in full swing, you might be brainstorming ways to celebrate the best time of the year with the people you love. One of the best ways to spend time with friends and family is by the fire enjoying great company and the spirit of the holidays. If you are lucky enough to live where the weather permits, we believe that this time of year is best celebrated outside where you can enjoy the cool air and snuggle up to your loved ones. So light up your fire pit and get ready to experience all of the joys of the season because we have a list of the best ways to celebrate this holid ..read more

Over the years, as with most landscape and home design, there tend to be trends that come and go. Today we’re here to discuss vertical gardens, and whether or not we see them sticking around. It seems lately that vertical gardens have risen quite rapidly in popularity, but why?  Vertical gardens are a great option for people with limited space who want to add some greenery to their environment. If you live in an apartment with a patio or balcony, you can easily get more foliage into your space by utilizing a vertical garden. This isn’t exactly  a new concept and has been utilized in the past ..read more

It’s no doubt that fall is one of the most wonderful times of the year, the weather starts to get a bit chillier and the leaves start to change color…oh wait, not in San Diego. Or so you thought! If you’re looking to get into a full fledged fall mood but don’t know where to find those beautiful fall colors, don’t you worry because we’ve got you covered. When you think of San Diego, the first things that come to mind are probably the beach, surfing and warm weather, but fall foliage is more than likely not on the list. Believe it or not, though, there are quite a few beautiful places in San Die ..read more

Let’s be honest, the fall and winter in San Diego is practically prime time for outdoor entertaining. The summer heat has gone away, there’s the perfect crisp in the air, and homeowners can once again fire up their BBQ’s and firepits without breaking out in a full sweat. But before you run to host your next gathering, make sure that your outdoor living space is refreshed for the new season. Let us help you prepare your space for the season as the months get cooler so you can enjoy your San Diego living space all fall and winter long.    Clean and Powerwash Your Outdoor Living Space  This might ..read more

Growing your own herbs is a great way to add freshness and color to your home, as well as have easy access to homegrown ingredients. Believe it or not, it’s even easier than growing the average house plant. It can be a great way to add some healthy and fresh flavors to your meals and drinks, as well as bring new life to your garden or kitchen window sills. Whether you have a full backyard or just a small balcony space, growing herbs can be adapted to fit any lifestyle. The Basics of Herb Gardening There are four basic steps to be taken when growing your own herbs: placing the herbs in the righ ..read more

Just like any space where life happens and memories are made, there is something about a great focal point that captures the eye’s attention. From there, we get to gravitate into the space and become a part of it. Without a focal point, we miss the invitation to understand the space, both what it’s purpose is and what atmosphere it has.  When it comes to your backyard, it’s important to have a focal point that helps communicate to you and your guests what this landscape is for. Living in San Diego where the weather is almost always idyllic, the greenspaces of your home are usually for relaxing ..read more

If you own a home in San Diego and aren’t utilizing your outdoor space, you’re seriously missing out. With our year-round sunshine, there is no excuse for not capitalizing on your front and back yard square footage. Investing in your landscape design undoubtedly increases the value of your home, not to mention will have all your friends and neighbors asking when your next BBQ is.   We get that you aren’t landscape designers by trade (that’s our job) and coming up with ideas and inspiration for your front or backyard can be tough. So, we’re sharing the top ten 2019 landscape and garden design t ..read more

Designing backyards in San Diego is so much more than just choosing plants, hardscape, and elements that look good together. For starters, every client that we have the opportunity to work with with has their own unique ideas, style preferences and goals for their space. In addition, all yards are different from a topography standpoint. We haven’t even mentioned client lifestyles yet – families? entertaining lovers? gardening enthusiasts? athletes? We have to consider all factors when it comes to designing the perfect outdoor living spaces for our clientele.  When you have a backyard that you ..read more

Here in San Diego, we have amazing weather, but people tend to forget that we are in a desert climate that doesn’t get a lot of water. The cost of water and demand is going up, so it is critical to cut back on your water waste. Being conscious of your water use doesn’t mean you can’t have a lawn or nice plants, it just means you need to be more aware of where you plant your plants, when you water them, and your overall strategy. There are many different ways you can save water in your backyard, here are just a few. Drip Irrigation One great way to reduce your water waste in your yard is by in ..read more