Xeriscape Design Ideas with a Fire Feature

Santa Cruz Sustainable
Santa Cruz Sustainable
K & D Landscaping, Inc.K & D Landscaping, Inc.
Residential home in Santa Cruz, CA This stunning front and backyard project was so much fun! The plethora of K&D's scope of work included: smooth finished concrete walls, multiple styles of horizontal redwood fencing, smooth finished concrete stepping stones, bands, steps & pathways, paver patio & driveway, artificial turf, TimberTech stairs & decks, TimberTech custom bench with storage, shower wall with bike washing station, custom concrete fountain, poured-in-place fire pit, pour-in-place half circle bench with sloped back rest, metal pergola, low voltage lighting, planting and irrigation! (*Adorable cat not included)
Enjoy the evening in the Garden-  Back Yard
Enjoy the evening in the Garden- Back Yard
Bosler Earth DesignBosler Earth Design
Fire pit seating area with fountain and pathway to upper level landscape. ©Daniel Bosler Photography
Beethoven
Beethoven
SAMTAK DesignSAMTAK Design
All photos belong to SAMTAK Design, Inc.
Seating area with large built-in bench seating and boulder fire pit
Seating area with large built-in bench seating and boulder fire pit
June Scott DesignJune Scott Design
Rock outcroppings make a striking background for new lounge areas in this compact Los Angeles hillside garden. Working with the attributes of the site, we added native plants to drape over the stone, and converted hollowed stone planters into a firepit and water feature. New built-in seating and a cozy hammock complete the relaxing space, and dramatic lighting makes it come alive at night. Photo by Martin Cox Photography.
Going Native in Bel Air
Going Native in Bel Air
Urban Oasis Landscape DesignUrban Oasis Landscape Design
A wild, native spirit radiates out from within the structured lines and angles of the hardscape - softened by a lush and biodiverse selection of California native plants in a velvety palette of soft silvery grays, greens, and purples with the occasional pop of yellow and orange. Newly planted native Engelmann Oak and feathery Caesalpinia Sierra Sun trees are grounded by weighty golden boulders. White Cloud muhly grass whispers to the ceanothus and flannel bush, while verbena ‘De la Mina’ nestles amongst the buckwheat and artemisia, perfumed by the earthy smell of the endemic ‘Aroma’ Sage. Birds, butterflies, and other pollinators have found their way to this sumptuous wildlife habitat that we’ve created, and their presence brings a delightful song and serenity to the garden.
Berkeley Rock Garden
Berkeley Rock Garden
Roxy DesignsRoxy Designs
Photo: © Jude Parkinson-Morgan
Rosedale Modern Courtyard
Rosedale Modern Courtyard
Native Edge LandscapeNative Edge Landscape
This duplex has a very modern aesthetic with focuses on clean lines and metal accents. However, the front courtyard was undeveloped and uninviting. We worked with the client to tie the courtyard and the property together by adding clean, monochromatic details with a heavy focus on texture. The main goal of this project was to add a low-maintenance outdoor living space that was an extension of the home. The small space and harsh sun exposure limited the plant pallet, but we were able to use lush plant material to maximize the space. A monochromatic pallet makes for a perfect backdrop for focal points and key pieces. The circular fire-pit was used to break up the 90 degree angles of the space, and also played off the round pottery.
Decomposed granite seating area with fire pit
Decomposed granite seating area with fire pit
June Scott DesignJune Scott Design
Succulents, grasses and low-water shrubs with vivid foliage give this coastal garden a rich, textured look with minimal maintenance. Exterior colors and furniture selection by Julie McMahon. Photos by Daniel Bosler
Apartment 34 Traditional Modern
Apartment 34 Traditional Modern
Growsgreen Landscape DesignGrowsgreen Landscape Design
ADU was designed to extend with a screen to hide a shower for quick rinse before and after hot tub. Its a calm private spot.
Array of Anigozanthos
Array of Anigozanthos
Gardens by Gabriel, Inc.Gardens by Gabriel, Inc.
Anigozanthos create a Mediterranean screen around natural stone fire pit in the company of senecio, agave, sticks on fire Euphorbia

Xeriscape Design Ideas with a Fire Feature

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