Peachy the Magazine September 2013 | Page 36

An Urban Retreat structure, but a profusion of perennials gives the garden a romantic touch. Some of the classic perennials include peonies, roses, dahlias, hydrangeas, anenomes, verbena, salvia, and cleome. Jasmine vines and climbing roses soften the crisp edges and provide a beautiful fragrance for the backyard. Laurie worked with her clients to design custom benches along the loggia edge that are used as seating and also as a railing, again using every space wisely. The stone urns placed at the back of the yard draw the eye across the lawn and are planted with lush seasonal color. 36 PEACHY