San Francisco Landscaping Blog: Design, Projects, Materials

Beautify Your Curb Appeal with a Driveway Landscape

Having a driveway landscape that is well-designed and maintained can add to your home’s value and make it more inviting to guests.

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LED Fixtures Can Save You Money

You’re probably familiar with LED lights – they’re becoming increasingly popular as a more energy-efficient alternative to traditional light bulbs.

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Going Permeable—Water Wise Ways

With California’s limited water supply, any modest water savings can help. Permeable surfaces decrease stormwater and irrigation run-off by passing through these surfaces and into the nearby ground and plants.

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Four Materials We Use For Retaining Walls In San Francisco

Retaining walls help to stabilize slopes and prevent soil erosion. They can also be used to create level areas in a sloped yard, or to define different areas within a landscape.

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Drought-Tolerant Landscaping Can Be Beautiful

Drought-tolerant landscaping is a great option for those looking to save water or who live in an area with limited water resources.

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A Touch of Asia in Your Landscape

Acquiring a touch of Asia in your landscape can be as simple as incorporating some key design principles. By adding elements like water features, stone pathways and ponds, and lush vegetation…

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Return of Tamate Landscaping

Now, after several year hiatus, Paul Tamate is ready to once again provide San Francisco with exceptional Asia landscaping services.

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Creating a Zen Garden of Rock and Stone

Stepping into a Japanese Zen garden is like taking a step back in time. With its gravel paths, stone lanterns and delicate bridges, these gardens are designed to promote reflection and creativity.

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So, You Have a Retaining Wall to Plant

Your retaining wall is functional and beautiful, but what do you do with the area behind it? This space is often left empty or neglected, but with a little creativity it can be transformed into a gorgeous garden oasis.

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4 Common DIY Landscape Project Mistakes to Avoid

If you’re planning on tackling a DIY landscape project, there are a few common mistakes you’ll want to avoid. From not properly measuring your space to waiting until the last minute to start.

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Beautify Your Curb Appeal with a Driveway Landscape

LED Fixtures Can Save You Money

Going Permeable—Water Wise Ways

Four Materials We Use For Retaining Walls In San Francisco

Drought-Tolerant Landscaping Can Be Beautiful

A Touch of Asia in Your Landscape

Return of Tamate Landscaping

Creating a Zen Garden of Rock and Stone

So, You Have a Retaining Wall to Plant

4 Common DIY Landscape Project Mistakes to Avoid

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