It all started with a French curve template on my drafting table...I began to wonder what a patio would feel like if it were shaped like the template. The organic feel and movement of gravel to make the curves began the next phase of the plan. The European effect of gravel terraces inspired a water wise gravel garden design titled L'eau sage.
eau (water) sage (wise). The plant palette was used and specifically adhered to for plants that could only be in a drought tolerant gravel garden.
The 2009 Northwest Flower and Garden Show
6 months of planning and negotiating with suppliers all comes to February 14th, as we skip the romance of a quiet dinner out with spouses and loved ones to build a garden on the 4th floor of the Washington State convention center in downtown Seattle.
5 tons of gravel, 6 pallets of stone, heavy equipment, a very heavy and fabulous stucco wall and a volunteer crew of 13 people...it takes a village! Thank you to all the hard working hands
Three days later we emerge with the romance and warmth of a gravel garden & terrace.
Sue's sketched renderings of L'eau sage in July 2008
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This page was last updated: April 20, 2010
Rosemary, blooming Lavender, Euphorbia, Ceanothus, Parahebe and more water wise plantings topped with rounded landscape rock surround a coppertone gravel terrace and courtyard with bold pottery and elegant furniture that begs a dinner al fresco. Enjoy the ambiance...and yes we can create this in your space...click here for more information!
