Journal

Landscape design journal for Miami & South Florida

Notes from the studio on designing gardens that thrive in a subtropical climate — written for homeowners planning their next outdoor space.

Layered garden planting and a stone path in a residential landscape by Nistal Landscape Design

Landscape design in Miami · 6 min read

Planning a landscape design for a Miami home: what to decide first

Climate, storms, salt air, shade and local rules: the decisions that shape a successful residential landscape design in Miami and South Florida, before a single plant is chosen.

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