For those of us who live in a part of the world where it's winter, I know it's a little early to start planting, but if your yard needs some upgrading, it's not too early to start planning. Here are some fantastic mid-century homes with equally remarkable lawns, flowerbeds, pools and spots to lounge when warm weather arrives, which it will...eventually.
And if it's summer where you live, maybe these homes will inspire a weekend project soon.
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| atomcindy.com |
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| tclf.org |
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| buildllc.com |
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| tomtarrant.com |
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| dwell.com |
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| flickr.com - Curtis Locke |
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| topweddingdecoratingideas.com |
This post has been timely, we are landscaping the front yard! Thanks! I really like the planting cascading down the wall in the last pic! :)
ReplyDeleteOh how good are concrete pavers!
I loved that one, too, the tapestry of agaves and other plants under that beautiful coral tree is spectacular! I was thinking that trailing plant might be myoporum but the site you credited says, "Trailing rosemary and groupings of smaller pots soften the transition between the pool, retaining wall, and hillside," so I bet that's rosemary.
DeleteThanks for these images. I live in So Cal where it is (sadly for the plants) very warm, dry summer weather right now. I replaced my lawn with mostly succulents, native plants and others with low moisture requirements but even these guys would like a drenching or two at this time of year!
Thanks for that information about trailing rosemary, Sheila. I had missed that when I compiled the photos for the post.
DeleteWe've been having quite a few springlike days in the 60s and 70s here in Texas lately. In fact, it's supposed to get up to 75 (24 C) today, but the forecast says it will be back down to 19 degrees (-7 C) tomorrow night. We can experience quite a few ups and downs like that till late April or early May, when the weather will remain consistently warm, so it's safe to put in new plants. By June it will be rare to see days under 90 (32 C) and, by July, under 100+ (37+ C). Most of us have transitioned to native plants as well.
all fab...wish I could wave a magic wand and it all be done. we are starting outdoor renos in 2 weeks and im freakin out a little. x
ReplyDeleteWe did the bulk of our landscaping last summer, and it was a big job, so I understand a little pre-project freak out. We have a little bit more to do this summer, but that's still in the planning stage, since we won't be able to plant anything till April or May. Be sure and show us before and after shots!
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