You can always find surprises in a backyard garden. A simple water fountain can become a focal point of the garden .
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the backyard oasis. Entering their side yard started the adventure. A beautiful combination of flowers, herbs and fruit trees fills you with garden-y goodness. This leads you into the main yard that sets a spectacular backdrop of Chinese pistachios, Chinese elms, and Japanese maples (one of my favorites). A quaint gravel path meanders through foliage and trees, making a perfect retreat and play area for the grandchildren. All of these elements were key requirements for the pair’s
garden and Reed pulled them off without a flaw. The main feature to the garden is the pergola and outdoor kitchen. The garden is separated from the patio area by a rock wall that doubles as seating during parties. The kitchen has everything a griller could ask for, including the coveted ceramic Green Egg. On the far side of the house is Sandra Pryor’s favorite part of the garden, the seating
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