Fresh for 2012, Landscape Resource will be awarding one $50 gift certificate (good at participating garden centers and nurseries) to noteworthy landscapes each month, chosen from the Landscape Gallery.  Selected landscapes, chosen by Landscape Resource administrators and Contributors, will also be elevated to “Featured Landscape” status for one month.  Judges will look for progressive, unique, and sustainable landscapes to honor. Read the rest of this entry »

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>> Native California Plant Community Descriptions

The California native plant information presented on this site is intended to whet the appetite of the novice plant enthusiast and satisfy the deeper curiosity of a vast number of landscape professionals.  This is accomplished by presenting quality native plant information and stunning imagery in a simple and intuitive way.

As in nature, the native plants on the site are organized by specific plant communities.  Like so much of the information on the website, a zip code is used to associate the browser with “local” native plant communities.  But because zip code maps were not drawn to respect countless variables in microclimates or topography, it is impossible to accurately list all of the plant communities by zip code.  So, Landscape Resource has widened the association to include all relevant plant communities that may occur in the browser’s county.

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WHAT IS THE LANDSCAPE GALLERY?

The landscape gallery is an array of inspiring images categorized by the expressed personality of a landscape. Ranging from restraint to exuberance, or formal to natural, a wide variety of traits help distinguish and categorize garden themes.

We have organized all landscapes loaded by both general members and landscape professionals in this section.  This way, you can easily browse the style of garden you are interested in.

As you explore the landscape themes, you will see imagery and garden descriptions supplied by Landscape Resource contributors, professionals, and community members.  Additionally, for each theme, you will find a list of suggested plants that one may use use in such a landscape. Read the rest of this entry »

The gardens presented in Featured Landscapes have undergone a critical review by seasoned landscape professionals in order to ensure the work highlighted is unique, thought-provoking, and exhibits environmentally appropriate characteristics.  The result of the review process is a curated collection of landscapes worthy of attention and acclaim.

Those who evaluate Featured Landscapes for approval look for satisfaction of the following Landscape Requirements and responses to the Characteristics of Featured Landscape questions. Read the rest of this entry »