
Romantic refugeā¦
This garden was transformed from an overgrown thicket of unruly plants to a cozy dining space and stone path leading to a secluded hot tub.

The dining space is tucked in just outside the kitchen as the path draws you into the garden.

The evergreen pear tree was retained and underplanted with a seasonally colorful flowering shrubs and foliage plants.

Island Alum Root erupts with stems of tiny flowers - a California native that needs very little irrigation.

Tucked into a secluded corner at the back of the yard, this above-ground spa has a rewarding view of the garden.