Crafting A Waterwise Landscape In San Diego
The record precipitation we received in the winter of 2022-2023 and its resulting incredible ski season has made it all too easy to forget the bad times that directly preceded it. California and the rest of the southwest have been experiencing more frequent and intense droughts since the turn of
Navigating the Landscape: A Step-by-Step Insight
Looking at the finished project photos of expert landscape companies can lead to the impression that a beautiful landscape is just a few shovelfuls of dirt away. What isn’t shown, is the intricate planning and implementation process, which often involves getting the local authorities involved to ensure full compliance with
Landscaping in San Diego: More Than Just Planting And Mulching
If you compare photos you see of homes located in the highest and lowest values in any city and you’ll likely notice one of the most prominent differences immediately hopping off of the page: landscaping. Landscaping is one of those features of a home that do not register with the
Beyond Aesthetics: Crafting a Landscape That Engages All Five Senses in San Diego
Venturing out into nature on a hike or excursion, one is immediately struck by the full panoply of sensations afforded by the world around them. The sight of grand vistas; the fresh smell of pine; the sound of a babbling brook; the feel of soft velvet petals on a newly
Bocce Ball: Two Thousand Years Of Backyard Entertainment Finds A New Home In San Diego
San Diego’s Little Italy neighborhood is one of the prime destinations for visitors of the city, home to dozens of top-tier restaurants, boutiques, and nightlife options. While the district has gentrified and evolved over the years, many of the older traditions of the neighborhood's original inhabitants have been kept alive. Outside
Outdoor Kitchens And Backyard Barbeques
Search through nearly any advertising material from post-war America and you’ll likely find the backyard barbeque featured front and center. The humble grill has been the king of the outdoor entertainment space for many decades, but its face has undergone some significant changes over the years. Emerging first as a simple
Maintaining The Garden Splendor
If you’ve ever tried planting a new tree, patch of grass, or even just a tomato plant in your garden, you’ve probably found that keeping your plants alive and thriving is a lot more work than you originally thought. You can put hours into your garden or lawn, yet the
Creating A Big Impact With Limited Space In Mission Hills
Many of the ‘flashier’ landscape projects we have featured on this blog have been on larger suburban properties with plenty of room for experimentation and growth. San Diego proper is a highly urbanized environment, meaning there are thousands of properties with limited outdoor spaces, which presents an alternative challenge to
The Annual La Jolla Secret Garden Tour
The neighborhood of La Jolla in San Diego is one of Southern California’s most precious gems, featuring 170-odd years of history and some of the most gorgeous natural and crafted sceneries in the world. The La Jolla Historical Society is a group dedicated to preserving the buildings, streets, and stories
Why Does My San Diego Property Need An Outdoor Room?
Traditionally, the yard space of an American home is seen more as a decorative accouterment to the home rather than a space to be put to use. Outside of pool owners and dedicated gardeners, most homeowners rarely spend much time in the outdoor spaces of their property, even in sunny