GARDEN TRENDS
Not So Secret Gardens
ORANGE COUNTY GARDENS MEET LOW-MAINTENANCE CHIC .
BY JESSIE DAX-SETKUS
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one are the days when owning a beautiful garden took not only a lot of time to keep up , but also made a huge dent in your water bill . It ’ s no secret that these luscious gardens are not only efficient when it comes to maintenance , but are also absolutely picturesque , and in some cases , delicious .
Stone / Gravel Less upkeep and water usage were the main directions given to Molly Wood when designing this budget-friendly garden . Wood provided the client with a high-end thermory as well as cost-efficient concrete and gravel for the hardscape . The greenery boasts contrasting foliage to showcase the various shapes and colors of low-maintenance plants like sesleria , asparagus fern and boxwood globe . ( mollywoodgardendesign . com )
COURTESY OF MOLLY WOOD GARDEN DESIGN
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Edible Installing your own small edible garden or full-blown orchard allows you to harvest your own produce , ensures you have the freshest and most delicious food possible and helps eliminate food waste . Edible gardens can use up to 75 % less water than a lawn and fully comply with all California watering regulations . The team at California Farm and Garden helps homeowners design , install and maintain edible gardens and orchards that are both functional and beautiful . ( cafarmandgarden . com )
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