by Scott Bradley | Jun 9, 2026 | Irrigation, Plant Selection
Steep slopes and hillside properties are common throughout Sonoma County, from Petaluma and Santa Rosa to the rolling hills surrounding wine country estates. While these landscapes offer beautiful views and natural character, they also present one major challenge:...
by Scott Bradley | May 26, 2026 | Plant Selection
A vibrant garden filled with hummingbirds and butterflies brings movement, color, and life to any outdoor space. Throughout Sonoma County, homeowners are increasingly designing landscapes that not only look beautiful, but also support local pollinators and wildlife....
by Scott Bradley | May 19, 2026 | Plant Selection
Ornamental grasses have become one of the most popular design elements in modern California landscapes—and for good reason. Their graceful movement, year-round texture, drought tolerance, and low maintenance needs make them an excellent choice for homeowners...
by Scott Bradley | Nov 19, 2019 | Garden Design, Plant Selection
The history of California plants and landscapes is a study in the availability of water. Long ago it was discovered that almost all trees, shrubs, groundcovers, perennials and vines would thrive in our Mediterranean climate if sufficient water were available. Mild...
by Scott Bradley | Sep 10, 2019 | Garden Design
Bird feeders are an important element in bird gardening. They serve to supplement the most basic need of birds – food – in addition to the bird friendly trees plants and groundcovers we select for the garden. Using bird feeders consistently will attract more...