garden inspiration — Garden Secrets

Luxury Without Lawns

Lawns are beautiful, but are they sustainable in the West? I think many of us are rethinking that. But, rather than focusing on what we can’t have, let’s put attention on what we can have; beautiful, luxurious gardens without lawns.

Dog friendly landscape design

Are dogs and gardens mutually exclusive? The answer is no! As long as you keep certain basic design concepts in mind….

Move over Kendall Jenner

Watching the Met Gala red carpet reminds me how landscape design is like fashion design. Just as there are design classics, so there are garden design classics. There are always trends in design, wondering where to start? Read on

Garden Design, Client Project, Drought tolerant, Garden Inspiration, It's About The Joy!, Montecito Lifestyle, outdoor living, Santa Barbara StyleLisa CullenMay 10, 2023landscape design ideas, landscape design, garden inspiration, garden design, santa barbara, montecito, roses, drought tolerant, luxe, arbor

The Secret to Garden Success

Celebrate Earth Day weekend by knowing your unique microclimate, the secret to garden success

Garden Inspiration, Garden Design, fountains, Drought tolerant, Client Project, Montecito Lifestyle, outdoor livingLisa CullenApril 23, 2023montecito style, santa barbara, san ysidro ranch, landscape design ideas, climate zones, garden inspiration

Happy Holidays from Montecito Landscape

This is the time of year to celebrate friends and family. We wish you the best holiday season ahead. We have our own traditions that are unique to Montecito, here are just a few of our favorite things

Garden Trivia, Garden Inspiration, Garden Design, Montecito LifestyleLisa CullenDecember 7, 2022holidays, Christmas decor, landscape design ideas, garden design, santa barbara, san ysidro ranch, Miramar hotel Montecito, Montecito resorts, joy, garden inspiration, landscape lighting

Ready Your Garden for the Holidays in 4 easy Steps

I’m not sure anyone is ever ready for the Holiday season, but with these 4 easy steps you might be able to get your garden a little nearer, even if you are nowhere close…

Garden Trivia, Garden Inspiration, Garden Design, Random Musings, Montecito LifestyleLisa CullenNovember 29, 2022Montecito Landscapeholiday decor, holiday inspiration, montecito resorts, montecito holiday, traditional holiday, Gardening, landscape design ideas, garden inspiration, local haunts, santa barbara, montecito style

Landscape Design-Five Pro Tips for Fall

Happy Fall! Your garden can look gorgeous all year round, here are my 5 pro design tips for a beautiful year-round garden

Hope Ranch Paradise

Peak behind the gates of Hope Ranch at our latest garden reveal that is both drought tolerant and beautiful

5 Secrets to Beautiful End of Summer Garden

Summer still has a month to go and after a long dry spell your garden might need a little help. But it isn’t the kind of help you might be thinking. Here are 5 secrets to a happier summer garden.

Coriander, Julia Child, Lust and Bedbugs

Julia Child is famous for hating Cilantro aka fresh coriander. To celebrate her birthday, here’s a bit of fun and history about Cilantro.

Part of the fun in gardening is discovering the history of plants, how they were used in ancient times and of course how they are regarded in current culture. Since coriander is one of the world’s most frequently-used herbs, let’s start there.

Garden Design with Kids and Pets

Kids and pets can be a challenge in any garden, but don’t despair. The two can work together in harmony.

Garden Design, Gardening Tip, Garden Inspiration, Drought tolerant, Santa Barbara Style, outdoor living, It's About The Joy!Lisa CullenJune 15, 2022santa barbara, garden design, organic gardening, kid friendly, dog friendly, outdoor living, flowers, creative process, montecito, landscape design ideas, garden inspiration

Santa Barbara Drought Tolerant Garden Wins Award

The City of Santa Barbara searches for drought tolerant gardens as part of their promotion of low-water gardens. This garden just placed in the top three!

It's About The Joy!, Garden Inspiration, Garden Design, Client Project, Santa Barbara StyleLisa CullenMay 31, 2022drought tolerant, garden design, garden inspiration, no lawns, landscape design ideas, Mediterranean

Tea Time-Edible Garden Innovation

Looking for something new for your edible garden? A Tea Garden might be just what you are looking for

It's About The Joy!, Garden Inspiration, Garden Design, Santa Barbara Style, Random Musings, Gardening Tip, Montecito Lifestyle, outdoor livingLisa CullenApril 5, 2022Montecito Landscapesanta barbara, montecito, tea party, garden inspiration, organic gardening, landscape design ideas, summer garden, outdoor living

The Essential Ingredient

Creating a private paradise in your backyard is the real purpose of landscape design. A garden provides refuge, a sanctuary from the sometimes hectic pace of life; a place to recharge, regroup and get away from the pressures and demands of daily life

Client Project, Garden Design, Garden Inspiration, Gardening Tip, It's About The Joy!, Santa Barbara Style, Drought tolerant, Montecito Lifestyle, outdoor livingLisa CullenMarch 21, 2022Montecito Landscapedog friendly, organic gardening, outdoor living, outdoor entertainment, Fountains, landscape design ideas, garden inspiration