A journey to transform a garden and find beauty, serenity and sustainability. Problem: An East-Coast garden under a California sky; Soulless, uninviting, and thirsty. Solution: Start with a blank slate. Welcome with a lively tapestry of […]
My promise …
I will listen to your dreams and interpret your vision to create your personal garden environment. Here you can enjoy peace and comfort in a natural garden setting and reconnect with nature in complete serenity.
Honoring Plants, Place and Spirit,
Christiane Holmquist
760-586-6065 (cell)
406-246-6065 (This is my new Montana contact info)
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Beautiful drought tolerant garden in San Marcos
This landscape was transformed from lawn-centric static space into a living garden designed for outdoor living. It is colorful and entertaining year round, and invites to enjoy and relax, play and garden. We transformed the yard […]

Dynamic Family Garden in La Jolla
This “outdoor home” has it all: Outdoor living areas; complete privacy and lush plantings. The backyard was redesigned as intimate “outdoor home” with several usable spaces, inviting privacy, color and and interesting textures. Its muted […]

Lush and Waterwise Landscape Design in Carlsbad, CA
This drought resistant landscaping – front and back – is lovingly planted with exuberant, dramatic greenery that is a pleasure to care for. Shady sitting areas, water play features for children and adults, and comfortable […]

From Boring Yard to Garden Joy: Six Steps to Help You Create Your Dream Landscape Design (Part I)
Are you dreaming of a peaceful, functional and relaxing outdoor living space? One that you want to spend every free minute in? For a successful home landscape design that brings you enjoyment, peace and comfort, […]

Sustainable Mediterranean Landscape In Bonsall
SUMMARY: Inspired by Californian’s brilliant sunshine, the architecture of the client’s home and the beautiful vistas of the surrounding hills, we created a sustainable landscape design that integrates drought resistant plants and employs permeable pavement, recycled materials,and […]
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