Landscape Design & Build

Unlike a more traditional landscape company, we specialize in using native trees, shrubs, grasses and other plants, along with other sustainable materials in our landscape designs and projects. Native plants are best for "low-maintenance" gardening and landscaping because they are more vigorous and hardy, and are able to survive winter cold and summer heat. Once established, they can often flourish with minimal irrigation or fertilization, and are resistant to most pests and diseases.

We also put special emphasis on rainwater collection and the use of gray water for irrigation, always custom-designed for the local micro-climate. Our focus on the internationally-recognized LEED System (Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design) helps to ensure that all our projects are as “Green” as possible.

Click or scroll down for a small sampling of some of the native plants we’ve found to be a good fit for these parts of California:

Native Plantings / Butterfly Gardens

Here is a small sampling of native plantings and "butterfly gardens" that help with rainwater collection and erosion control while also providing a delightful environment for butterflies and other native creatures. (Not a bad view for the homeowner either!)

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Grasses

These native grasses will thrive on a minimal amount of water, and require essentially no maintenance.

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Ground Covers

These ground covers require a minimal amount of maintenance, while controlling the soil and providing an interesting view.

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Palms

Palm trees add interest and an area of focus for any garden or landscaped area. These specimens are extremely low maintenance.

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Perennials

Unlike annuals that need to be replanted every year, these perennials will delight the homeowner for years to come.

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Phormiums

Phormiums, also sometimes referred to as the “flax” plant, originated in New Zealand, and are now praised the world over as a hardy, low-maintenance accent plant.

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Ponds & Streams

Few things can bring such peace and tranquility as you'll get with a softly gurgling brook or a gentle pond in your own yard. And it's a great way to show off some beautiful plant specimens that may not look right in other areas. With or without fish, every one of our ponds and streams are designed to be completely natural looking, very low maintenance, and perfect for the location you've chosen.

For a consultation on a pond or stream that will bring tranquility to your life, please call us at 805-473-1181.

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Succulents

Succulents are perfect for any area that receives infrequent water.

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