Landscape - What Should I Do
Roger K.
6 years ago
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Can anyone offer advice as to how I can make the front yard more appealing? I think I have too many large rocks. How about colorful landscape rock? Cactus? Or some of these plants/cactus? Apache Plume, Morning Glory Bush, Claret Cup Hedgehog Cactus, and Golden Barrel Cactus.
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PROBeth H. :
6 years agolast modified: 6 years agoPaloVerde or Mesquite tree would be a nice addition
(also, consider doing some stone work on your home for some added interest)
Firestick plant (Euphorbia tirucalli) would also add some nice color,,,I'd plant two or three right up against the wall.
Or put them in some brightly glazed ceramic pots like cobalt or the bright green, and set those against the wall.
this turquoise would look nice w/some of the succulents too
just plant some of the more colorful selections to give it a bit more oomph
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Comments (21)I agree with all of you: they're definitely Hollywood Regency. And I should recharacterize my own style, which is probably better said to be "*in* transition" rather than transitional. (: I do like clean-lined pieces, and our DR set is very Mission; the adjacent LR combines Mission and Art Deco; and our bedroom, where these chairs would go, is your basic Recovering Graduate Student/Random Wedding Present room. So funky/eclectic would fit in just fine there. And there's just something about these chairs... The room is a long rectangle. The half without windows is for the bed (not a bed per se, but rather mattresses on a metal frame) and the dressers, which are mismatched yard sale finds. On the other side of the room, I'd like to create a sitting/reading area next to the windows, with a gorgeous view of the mountains (by far the nicest thing about the room!). We got a red and tan handloomed Peruvian folk-art rug for our wedding, and that's what we'll use to set off the seating area. Also on that side of the room, framing one window, are some slender dark walnut modern-styled bookcases. And then the part I'd like to replace: a heinously ugly loveseat that a friend gave us, also on that side of the room. I'd much rather find some reading chairs and an ottoman than a loveseat anyway; the room's not that big, and the loveseat makes it a pain to open and close the curtains and shades. I agree these chairs don't look too comfortable, so they're probably not my ideal reading chairs. But they'd be good for draping the bathrobe or pulling into the LR for extra seating. I love the idea of velvet, and maybe even the box-pleated skirt -- hadn't thought of that, cool idea, thank you! I agree that they're great in a pattern, but I don't want lots of patterns clashing in my bedroom, I don't think. What would you think of a tan velvet on the back and the bottom of the seat, and then the top, round seat cushion in something like this: Here is a link that might be useful: I'd use this pillow cover to reupholster the seat......See MoreLandscape design meeting tomorrow, what should I ask?
Comments (3)Generally, it's the other way around - it's the designer who asks the questions of the client! In fact, many designers will have questionnaires they have the client fill out to specify or clarify their landscape wishes and needs and these can often be extremely detailed. But this is something that usually coincides with the initial visit or consultation....often even mailed prior to that meeting to be completed beforehand so that the designer knows how to follow up with any additional questions they may have before they get too involved in the project. At this point in time I would assume they will be presenting you with a preliminary plan. Have them explain the plan thoroughly and their thoughts about plant selection (if the process is that far advanced at this time). Anything you don't understand or is confusing is where you will ask for clarification. Be sure to tell them if there is something in the plan you don't like - layout, plant selection, concerns that haven't been addressed to your satisfaction, if project is within any budget restraints (hopefully that issue has already been discussed and a figure confirmed). Do not be afraid of hurting their feelings - this is YOUR garden after all and it should be designed according to your wishes and preferences but with an eye to the skills and plant knowledge the designer is (hopefully) bringing to the table. If you hate a plant or placement, let them know!! Other than these concerns, which may or may not materialize, about the only other question you will want an answer to is what is their timeline for completing the project....See MoreHelp with backyard shed
Comments (8)Not only will you want to landscape around the outbuilding itself, but you'll want to consider how all of it will tie into the larger yard. When you say "garden" .... do you mean vegetable garden, or just landscape? If you mean vegetable garden, explain what you have in mind (square footage, location, shape.) Given that the existing walkway is a completely utilitarian addition, you'll need to weigh if you want to redo some of it. It won't be possible to do a normal "foundation" planting for the building, where the walk abuts it. In order to understand better what you have, you need to submit better pictures of the building and space around it. Line up with the camera centered with the building face. Be back far enough that at least 15' of ground space shows (in the viewfinder) in front of the building. (You'll probably be 20 or more feet from building.) If space at the right and left end of the building does not show, pivot the camera, aiming in those directions and capture with shots that slightly overlap the center shot. (But be sure NOT to move the camera locations for adjoining shots.) You would capture the scene for both faces of the building that matter, separately. (In other words, the camera location will change.)...See MoreWhat should I use for landscaping an acre of lawn?
Comments (6)Don't buy, rent or hire someone to do it. One time use. You don't say where you are, looks out west? talk to neighbors about what varietals do well there and also if spring, fall or late winter is the best time to sow. Also ask if total reseeding, or "overseeding" is preferred in that climate. Difference in those two answers would determine equip. to be used. Also, there used to be a "50%" rule, if a lawn to be reclaimed had at least 50% good grass, saves $$ to reseed the blank spots and overseed the rest. Also, don't have to try to cover with straw or other mulch as if you're totally reseeding. Again, see what neighbors suggest. There's also the whole "soil test, soil amendments, etc." thing to consider. You could just provide water and let nature take care of the situation over a year or so. That's always to be considered if you've just bought a new house. :-)...See MoreRoger K.
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cadillactaste
5 years ago
To make hardscape look natural one must "plant" their big rocks. I agree...with above posters comment of making sure you have two or three rocks together ever so often. Not familiar with your climate...so won't go into plants.
Roger K.
5 years agolast modified: 5 years agoRoger K.
5 years agoHere's what we did. We will probably add more succulents later this fall. We also eliminated the plant sitting on the wall.
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Beth H. :
5 years agolast modified: 5 years agolooks good Roger. get a Firestick succulent or two, and plant them near the wall, or in pic #1, at about 7 o'clock, between those two rocks in the shadow of the palm tree. good spot for one.
(Euphorbia tirucalli),,,once they get established, they will bush out and get really cool looking
honestly, just ask some neighbors for some cuttings and stick them in the ground. water every few weeks or so and they'll root on their own. The aeoniums are super easy and fast multipliers
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