A water feature can change the atmosphere of a space, adding positive energy and ambiance. As in every design, there are key aspects to consider when designing a water feature: location, size, sound, materials, and light.

This beautiful broadleaf evergreen has proven to be quite hardy in the Puget Sound region, provided that it is sheltered from icy winds while it is young.

A successful gathering area should be designed in a way that utilizes available space, creates novel refuge from the indoors, and encourages reflection on the curated land that surrounds us.

Naturally occurring on the bluffs of Vancouver Island, this little beauty loves rich soil, good drainage, light shade and plenty of moisture.

July 2, 2021, marked a new era for Land Morphology: We packed up the library and moved to a light-filled 7th floor suite in Belltown.

Fences and walls are valuable structures to integrate into the look and feel of your garden.

One of my favorite things about this tulip is how the flowers open and close throughout the day. The dynamic quality of lady tulips is such a joy to observe in the garden!

The latest rendering tools open up more possibilities for communicating a designer’s vision.

Velvety racemes of Garrya elliptica ‘James Roof’ shimmer like fine jewelry in the winter sun.

This fire feature also has plenty of space around it, both for ample seating and for fire safety. At least six feet of clearance all the way around your fire feature is recommended.

There are many reasons to consider a fire feature for your garden. They create ambiance and are undeniably beautiful.

Shorter, darker days provide a different way to experience the landscape. In the low light, silhouette, reflection, color, and contrast become more relevant.

Land Morphology’s planting strategy utilized seasonal texture and color against a substantial framework of dependable evergreen shrubs and groundcovers.

The Village Green is a place where the community can spend time outdoors by lounging on chairs, deck, stairs, and walls; playing on a large artificial turf lawn; and walking dogs or people watching from places that offer diverse perspectives.

Working closely with the architects, civil engineers, and our project arborist, we sited the new residence and driveway to save the best and healthiest trees.

Constructing an in-ground pool is a dream project for many.

In the Amaryllidaceae family, ornamental onions are favorites for providing color and character in the garden. They look fabulous with perennial plants and when planted in groups of three.

On Plants: We ooh and ahh over colors, form, and texture; compare experiences growing up with them, growing them, and designing with them; and discuss the merits of one over another.

When every day feels too similar to the last, phenology (the study of seasonal natural phenomena) is a reliable and enduring way to mark the passage of time.

We envisioned an elevated walk in and through the trees; a new feature that would create a sense of excitement while offering a unique experience. Five years later, construction is now nearing completion on the imagined Tree Walk.