Historically, the landscape norm was to use plantings to hide the home’s foundation, have vines and ivy grown on arbors and sides of homes, and trees planted close to the house, overhanging the roofs.

Spring is, well, springing, which means you’re likely looking out your window, anticipating an eruption of blooms and imagining outdoor gatherings to come. But if your rear view fills you with more ...

Fairway Drive home feature The home of Alix and Paul Rico Now, before the torrid heat of summer arrives, is a great time to do some landscaping. But where do you start? (Photo by Chris Granger, ...

Water is a scarce resource, and it’s especially relevant in California. However, a well-designed, water-efficient landscape design should always be a consideration regardless of location. A ...

Making a plan of your existing landscape and evaluating site elements is key to helping you make design decision. Photo courtesy San Diego County Water Authority Second in a series republished with ...

Don’t let a busy schedule stop you from creating a beautiful landscape. Incorporate a few of these changes in your fall landscape care. You’ll create beautiful results with a limited investment of ...