Texture Garden...

Foliage texture and color, rather than flowers, pack a punch in this front yard garden.

Family living and curb appeal played equal parts in the design of this easy-care landscape. A generous swath of lawn touches down at the street, where a sitting boulder provides a convenient perch for the clients' young children.

A new flagstone walkway connects the driveway with the front door, while a "hidden path" behind the decorative pots and soft-splash water feature leads to the flagstone-covered porch, where comfortable seating for the parents awaits.

While a new natural stone wall provides separation between the neighbors, the stepping stone path and wrought-iron gate provide for friendly interaction.