by Scott Bradley | Mar 22, 2016 | Plant Selection
Frost-tender plants can add beauty, color, and a touch of the tropics to a Sonoma County garden, but they also come with a degree of risk. When Details Landscape Art selects plant material for a new landscape, we generally take a conservative approach, choosing plants...
by Scott Bradley | Mar 10, 2015 | Garden Design, The Landscape Process
Landscape design begins long before the first shovel enters the ground. At Details Landscape Art, the process starts with a conversation. When we first meet with a homeowner, we listen carefully to their needs, wishes, budget, and ideas for the property. Every garden...
by Scott Bradley | Feb 24, 2015 | Plant Selection
Small trees are one of the most valuable design elements in a residential landscape. Most properties in Sonoma County are not large estates. They are neighborhood lots with nearby homes, second-story windows, patios, walkways, swimming pools, and property lines that...
by Scott Bradley | Feb 10, 2015 | Garden Design, The Landscape Process
Landscaping in stages is often the best solution for homeowners who have a clear vision for their property but prefer to spread the investment over time. At Details Landscape Art, we design and build landscapes throughout Sonoma County, Marin County, and Napa County,...
by Scott Bradley | Dec 16, 2014 | Landscape Construction
Clay soils are common throughout many areas of Sonoma County, particularly in Petaluma and parts of Santa Rosa. While these heavy soils can present challenges during planting and irrigation, they also offer important benefits. With proper preparation and planting...
