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A colorful hardscape accent that steals the show

A colorful hardscape accent that steals the show

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The interesting thing about these mosaic-ed stair risers in Randy Bolin and Tom Nelson's garden in Oakland, California, is that you don't get to see them unless you explore the whole garden and then...

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Mixing succulents and herbaceous perennials

Mixing succulents and herbaceous perennials

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Succulents are all the rage these days, but most often we see them clustered togther in pots or arranged in vignettes with each other. But it's worth trying to combine them wth more traditional...

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Its all in the details

It's all in the details

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Sometimes it's the quirky little details that make a garden memorable. In Randy Bolin and Tom Nelson's garden in Oakland, California, a colorful little plastic lizard peeks out from behind a group of...

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A meaningful place to rest

A meaningful place to rest

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This blue bench is a place to rest and reflect in the garden of Randy Bolin and Tom Nelson in Oakland, California, and it was featured in an essay, My Sanctuary, that Randy wrote for the...

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A dreamy place for a nap

A dreamy place for a nap

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Randy Bolin and Tom Nelson have a multi-purpose garden, with places to bathe, cook, eat, entertain, grow vegetables, and even sleep! They created this spectaular nook for that purpose. How dreamy...

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A perfect marriage of plants and hardscape

A perfect marriage of plants and hardscape

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Randy Bolin and Tom Nelson's front entryway in Oakland, California, is a riot of colors, both in hardscape and plants. The vibrant slate steps are the perfect inspiration for their plant palette full...

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Theres an anteater in the garden!

There's an anteater in the garden!

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In the garden of Randy Bolin and Tom Nelson in Oakland, California, an anteater munches away amongst the pots on the deck. It's these little details that make a garden personal and wonderful, as this...

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The ultimate garden hideaway

The ultimate garden hideaway

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Who wouldn't want to steal away to this garden nook? Tom Nelson and Randy Bolin designed this structure for their hot tub in their Oakland, California, garden. It's nestled into a tropical setting...

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Garden vignettes can be more than just plants

Garden vignettes can be more than just plants

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We love this garden vignette. Designed by Tom Nelson and Randy Bolin in Oakland, California, it features earthenware pots and a metal panel in harmonious hues. An array of textural plants compliments...

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