Landscape Design

Close-up of a cluster of cherry blossoms with light pink petals and buds on a tree branch, surrounded by more blossoms in the background.

Cherry blossoms in Seattle – great varieties for you to consider for your landscape

Red and yellow painted rocks, some resembling ladybugs, are displayed on a wet stone surface outdoors. One rock bears the phrase “If life gives you lemons, remember love lemonade.”.

Exploring the Early Learning Garden at Mercer Island Library

Evergreen Huckleberry, West Seattle, Ecoyards, Vaccinium Ovatum, Landscaping

Evergreen Huckleberry – one of our favorite Northwest native plants

Green tulip shoots emerging from dark soil are partially covered by a thin layer of snow.

Seattle Tulip Growing Guide: Signs of Spring and How to Care for Tulips

A circular brick patio with six metal chairs arranged around a fire pit, surrounded by a wooden fence and plants.

Choosing the Right Patio Material: Bricks, Stone, Concrete & Pavers Explained

A cluster of bright green, three-leaf clover plants with heart-shaped leaves covering the ground.

Northwest Native “Shamrock”: Meet the Redwood Sorrel

A small bird perches on a branch of a shrub with clusters of purple berries and pinkish flowers against a blurred orange background.

Common Planting Mistakes to Avoid in Your Landscape

A color-coded USDA plant hardiness zone map of Washington state, showing zones based on average annual extreme minimum temperatures from 1976–2005.

USDA Hardiness Zones Updated: What It Means for Your Garden