Taproot Garden Design & Fine Gardening

2025-03-21T07:14:00.000-07:00

HOT OFF THE PRESS! HOT OFF THE PRESS! HOT OFF THE PRESS!Taproot Garden Design relocates to North Bend, ORTaproot Garden Design has finally made the leap from bright, sunny California to foggy, windy, gusty-gorgeous Oregon with all its shifting micro-climates, interesting flora & fauna. Although we have relocated we are also offering remote design & consultation services for all our old

College Drive in San Jose, California

2022-04-30T11:49:00.003-07:00

Currently on the market is a beautiful home listed by real estate agent Adriane Alston in the San Jose region of Northern California. Our landscape design work is featured in half of the photos in the listing. See link: 871 College Drive, San Jose, CA . The landscape was designed and installed in 2018, when we were still hand rendering with pencil.

2021-06-23T17:45:00.006-07:00

Winters Residence - Almaden Valley, San Jose, CaliforniaWith views of the Almaden Foothills and the occasional rolling cloud cover, this garden is a beauty to relax in. Composed of mostly California Native & Mediterranean plants, it was designed to live through our drought conditions and warm weather. Purple, orange, and white were the main color combination amongst the

2020-06-16T15:25:00.002-07:00

BEFORE AND AFTER in Sunnyvale, California - This amazing garden transformation took four years to establish. The front entryway to this house was re-envisioned with sun-loving, drought tolerant evergreen perennials, shrubs, and trees. The homeowner's idea to repaint the house colors made the entire space more appealing when viewed from the sidewalk or street. The above photo,

2019-04-02T18:40:00.001-07:00

Ceanothus 'Valley Violet' A reliable, hardy, low growing, sun tolerant, low water needs Ceanothus that blooms from early March through April. Bees cover the flowers throughout the day. See more of this garden by clicking on the links below. Houzz: https://www.houzz.com/projects/1824679/mountain-view-california-wong-residence Facebook: https://

2019-04-02T18:12:00.001-07:00

Arctostaphylos ‘Dr. Hurd’ (Manzanita) A durable California Native shrub/small tree with clusters of pure white blossoms from January through March. Eight specimens of Arctostaphylos 'Dr. Hurd' Manzanitas grow in the Miller Garden, in San Jose, California. See more photos of the Miller garden here: Houzz: https://www.houzz.com/projects/2833938/

Arctostaphylos 'Howard McMinn' Manzanita

2018-09-27T23:24:00.000-07:00

Spotlight on: Arctostaphylos 'Howard McMinn' Manzanita April 2017, after the winter rains of 2016, the apple green leaves of Arctostaphylos 'Howard McMinn' Manzanita illuminate the garden in the spring. What it looks like underneath - In June 2017, the same (above) Arctostaphylos 'Howard McMinn' Manzanita, just two months later, began peeling, showing its rich burgundy

Willow Glen, San Jose - Boulders, Grasses, & Groundcovers

2018-09-09T20:19:00.000-07:00

This lovely garden in San Jose's Willow Glen neighborhood was re-designed and planted in October 2016 to take advantage of the winter rains. The original hardscape, lawn, and all trees were retained, and low water grasses and boulders were added. Moss and lichen covered Sonoma Fieldstone Boulders added structure, while Mendocino Reed Grasses and Autumn Moor Grasses added softness to the

2017-02-10T21:13:00.001-08:00

REPLACE YOUR TURF GRASS AND RECEIVE A REBATE OF UP TO $2,000! The Department of Water Resources (DWR) has a rebate program for removing turf and replacing it with landscapes that require little water at California single-family residences to support the State's drought response. > Visit the Water Rebate Program Page to Apply

Wong Residence in Mountain View, California

2016-08-01T14:00:00.004-07:00

This modern, dynamic project in Mountain View, California was designed by Taproot Garden Design & Fine Gardening and skillfully installed by the team at Best Construction in the early Spring months of 2016. The homeowners needed a modern upgrade on their outdoor garden spaces to allow for social functions in a clean and comfortable environment. This fully realized Master Plan

Laurence Residence - South San Jose, California

2016-06-28T19:59:00.001-07:00

Set among the foothills of South San Jose, California, is a garden worthy of the views of the Golden California hills. The golden colors in the hills are reflected in the meandering tan decomposed granite pathways, mimicking a hiking path, or entrance to the foothills. Elements in this garden include long, sweeping pathways for walking and bike riding, plenty of boulders to

Modern Garden Design in Menlo Park, California

2016-06-25T15:39:00.000-07:00

This garden in Menlo Park, California was installed in the early spring months of 2016. The modern house and matching studio were clearly in need of new surroundings, and the family was in need of an outdoor space that would accentuate their home life. Out with the old lawn and in with the new deck, hot tub, wood bench seating, concrete planters, decomposed granite patio, raised

Shank Residence Front Yard - Almaden, San Jose, CA

2016-04-03T22:58:00.001-07:00

Note: Click Photos to see high-detail large format images. Review our labels and tags to see identified plants & materials.High-IQ landscape features dynamic usage of a wide variety of California native plants, permeable surfaces, organic materials, warm & inviting redwood raised boxes, meandering decomposed granite pathways all placed in a permanently all-organic, drought tolerant,

Shank Residence Back Yard - Almaden, San Jose, CA

2016-04-03T22:52:00.000-07:00

Note: Click Photos to see high-detail large format images. Review our labels and tags to see identified plants & materials. Copious use of California native plants, permeable surfaces, soothing Mediterranean colors & textures, wide open pathways for speeding children and their trikes, all set off by beautiful cut stone patio surfaces resonating the fantastic hues of the

Valentine Residence - Silver Creek Valley in San Jose, California

2016-02-08T15:30:00.000-08:00

This unique site is located on the second story balcony of a home in San Jose's Silver Creek Valley neighborhood. Real Greek and Italian pottery from Eye of the Day Garden Design Center are placed around the deck, loaded with succulents and drought & heat tolerant perennials. South facing, full sun, and intense heat create the atmosphere. With patience and careful planning

Stewart Family Garden - Palo Alto, California

2016-02-03T20:23:00.000-08:00

Strong structural elements and a bold mixture of materials makes this landscape an ideal fit with the existing architecture. As always, we augment the already forward-looking space with clean, low maintenance, low water & California native plantings very well suited to the urban setting. Taproot Garden Design & Fine Gardening worked with Confidence Landscaping in

Gainer Garden Revisited: Six Years On. Drought resistance has never been so chic.

2015-06-11T16:45:00.002-07:00

Eclectic low water garden design, custom wood-working and a well known luminary/artist (walkways) collaborate to create a slice of low water urban chic. This beautiful, thriving garden was first highlighted on our website in 2009 and continues to surprise us. This garden includes evergreens, natives and drought resistant, low water native grasses demonstrating that "drought resistant"

A Cool Mediterranean Garden - Mountain View, California

2015-05-09T20:55:00.000-07:00

This gardens previous owners had lawn and invasive bamboo that took two years of concentrated effort for the current homeowner's to remove. Like a sweet song or a good poem, Taproot Garden Design worked with Nancy & Shahzad's brilliant personal style and combined ideas to create a garden with unique, eclectic, and artistic elements. Now, the homeowner's treasure their daily

Small & Simple Sanctuary - Santa Clara, California

2015-05-09T20:27:00.001-07:00

This sleek Santa Clara, California garden was installed six years ago with the intention of creating an ideal drought tolerant, low water and low maintenance living space. The design transformed a somewhat narrow, unimpressive yard into a wonderful backyard retreat. Clean lines, low-contrast colors, modern Asian influences and useful spaces are perfectly fit for regular meals &

Baker Family Farmhouse - California Native Garden

2015-03-28T17:54:00.001-07:00

When the Baker family moved into their new house they knew they wanted a California native garden that, with minimal water, could survive the drought that California has been facing for years. Without hesitation, they removed the overgrown Boxwood hedges and a dried out lawn in their front yard. In September 2013, plans were made to begin this owner-installed garden that is now just

Sweet Harmony - Lily's Garden in San Jose, California

2015-03-24T23:27:00.002-07:00

Lily is a darling customer who we never miss a chance to visit, even just for tea. We've been maintaining and upgrading her garden for the past five years, replacing older, overgrown plants with evergreen plants that are drought tolerant and native to the California environment. With nectar producers and ready pollinators, this garden is a true oasis for local wildlife and is

Interview by BayAreaForSale.com, Low Water Design Solutions

2014-04-08T18:58:00.000-07:00

Taproot Garden Design & Fine Gardening interviewed by Renee from BayAreaForSale.com Topics Include: Changing Bay Area Micro-Climates Facts & Figures Regarding Water Usage and Lawn Irrigation Plant Alternatives to Create Low Water, Evergreen Environments Low-Water & Drip Irrigation Solutions Water & Cost Saving Trends Low Water, Low Maintenance Garden &

Hummingbirds and the Plants that Attract Them

2014-03-19T20:25:00.000-07:00