by David McCary | May 13, 2026 | Landscaping Design, Outdoor Construction, Outdoor Lighting
Backyard Lights: Elevate Your Outdoor Space with Stunning Illumination If you’re looking to transform your outdoor space into an enchanting retreat, backyard lighting is the perfect solution. From cozy family gatherings to late-night summer parties,...
by David McCary | May 11, 2026 | Landscaping Design, Yard Care
Shade is one of the defining conditions of a Seattle garden. Mature trees, narrow urban yards, and overcast skies create low-light spaces that many gardeners find challenging. In our experience, those spaces become some of the most beautiful parts of the property —...
by David McCary | May 7, 2026 | Landscaping Design, Yard Care
At Seattle Sustainable Landscapes, we think carefully about what we leave out of a design. While some plants are widely available at nurseries, others spread in ways that quietly damage Seattle’s urban forests, greenbelts, and native plant communities. Because...
by David McCary | May 5, 2026 | Landscaping Design, Sustainable Landscaping, Yard Care
Why Groundcovers Matter in Seattle Landscapes Groundcovers do some of the most important work in a garden without drawing much attention to themselves. They hold soil on slopes, retain moisture through dry summers, and suppress weeds without herbicides At Seattle...
by David McCary | Apr 29, 2026 | Landscaping Design, Outdoor Construction
Many outdoor projects begin the same way: a photo saved for later, a dream of a patio, a private retreat, or a lawn where family and friends can gather. That spark matters because it shapes what you want life outside to feel like. What brings those ideas to life is...
