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Lauren Dunec Hoang
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Houzz Pros Share What’s New in Outdoor Lighting Design

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kitchen garden on a wall

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When selecting plants and materials to surround a patio, Welsch advises that you keep it simple and repeat them. Clients love intimate spaces that feel private and calm, he says. “Keep plant and materials selections simple for a clean, elegant and calming oasis.” Here, he used a tight planting palette of white hydrangeas, Japanese forest grass and climbing roses, plus a few potted flowers for seasonal color.

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minimal plant space (helps with impossible weed control in our yard)

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Significant hardscape minimizes weed maintenance

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Annie Thornton

Relaxed Courtyard Celebrates Indoor-Outdoor Living

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Back deck Not much light spa/soaking tub with dark tiles

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Lauren Dunec Hoang
Lauren Dunec Hoang

9 Design Moves That Give a Flat Yard More Depth or Height

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