Many times designers talk about site lines, leading the eye through the garden, and pathways with a destination. In the Pacific Northwest we have another viewpoint to consider. Many of our houses now have different levels, with patios on the ground but also with decks...

Are you out in your garden today? Enjoy this riotous plant combo currently exploding in my garden. There is so much going on in this plant combo starting with this low growing sedum. 'Sunsparkler Plum Dazzled' attracts bees and butterflies while providing deep rich...

The Foxtail lily in my garden is stunning. Yellow Eramus ‘Bungia’ and peachy Eramus ‘Cleopatra’ jut into the sky and produce hundreds of tiny flowers to enjoy. As a contrast to the tall growing Foxtail Lily (Eramus) Campanula ‘Kent Bell’ is lower growing with lovely...

Remember a few weeks ago when we posted the beautiful ark rose iris? Well I thought I’d let you see the fabulous plants that keep this beauty company in the garden. Something as simple as a tree peony is a great compliment to the ark rose iris. Add a California...

I want to introduce you to a little garden planting in my lower garden. This part of the garden is in full sun and this little combo will give me year round interest. First off Allium Sensation is a huge crowd pleaser. From the first moment it shows up in spring to...