California garden

Sheets of California poppies (Eschscholzia californica, annual) fill the garden with bright orange, complementing the purple flowers of lavender (Lavandula stoechas, Zones 7–9).

In 2013, Kelly Kilpatrick began work on this drought-tolerant garden in Tiburon, California. It’s a challenging location and the topsoil is thin—rocks and gravel lie just under the surface.

This spring, you can see some of California's most spectacular native gardens and plants on tours taking place in the Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, East Bay, Sacramento and beyond.

A gorgeous combination of golden poppies, red poppies, valley violet, and I don't know what those whites are -- use Santa Barbara daisies? You can put the California fuchsia in the back for better variety of flower type.

The first view of my garden for pedestrians is of abundance and diversity "To Create a Garden is to search for a better world. In our effort to improve on nature, we are guided by a vision of paradise. Whether the result is a horticultural masterpiece or only a modest vegetable patch, it is based upon the expectation of a glorious future. This hope for the future is at the heart of all gardening. Anyone who toils away at the soil must think a few weeks ahead or envision next year's garden…

The watershed approach to landscaping allows us to change "ornamental" landscapes into multi-benefit environmental solutions.

This California landscape design conserves water by integrating drought-resistant plants like succulents and native shrubs, making it ideal for Southern California's dry environment. Xeriscaping reduces irrigation needs and upkeep, promoting sustainability. Gravel and stone elements replace grass for a sleek, modern look while offering practical benefits. Click or tap to explore Southern California xeriscape designs.

Explore a collection of ten exquisite landscaping ideas to enhance your California front yard. Uncover the distinct features that set each idea apart and get inspired to transform your outdoor space into a beautiful oasis that reflects your personal style and taste.

Desert Mallow

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Transition your home's curb appeal into autumn with fall decorating ideas. From cornstalks to pumpkins to a rusty car, you'll find inspiration for home.

Love the winding paths, abundant flowers, and romance of a cottage garden? Here's the expert advice you need to know to create your own!

Spring is coming, but is your garden ready? Before you put that shovel into the dirt, be sure that your garden is in top shape to produce the best plants.

CNPS chapters each spring to host dozens of garden tours up and down the state. Thousands of Californians are able to tour real native gardens thanks to the generous hosts.

Despite the dry California climate, this bountiful cottage-style garden provides bridal bouquets and the most enchanting space to entertain.

9 Plants That'll Make Your Southern California Garden Flourish

Garden Studio | Southern California Landscape Design on Instagram: "June gloom 🤝🏽 full bloom This tranquil courtyard garden is putting on a spectacular show, thanks to the morning cloud cover typical of Southern California this time of year. The plants thrive in the respite from the afternoon heat, allowing their blooms to flourish! Now if only Instagram had a scratch & sniff feature…🌸🌼🪻 Floral beauty, garden inspiration, Southern California landscape design, California gardens…