PNW Climate & Plantings
The Pacific Northwest asks an outdoor space to handle two climates at once: long, wet winters and warm, dry summers. Plantings chosen for that rhythm — native and climate-adapted species that soak up winter rain and coast through the dry months — keep a garden looking intentional year-round while asking very little upkeep. Planning for both seasons from the first sketch is what keeps a landscape resilient and water-wise. These notes cover how we design with the region's climate rather than against it.
Posts in PNW Climate & Plantings
- Paver Patio vs. Stamped Concrete in the Pacific Northwest
In a climate this wet, the patio you choose has to drain, survive freeze-and-thaw, and still look good in a decade. For Pacific Northwest yards, pavers win on nearly every count. - What to Do With a Wet, Unusable Backyard
A soggy, squelching backyard isn't a lost cause — it's a drainage and design problem. Here's how to turn a wet, unusable yard into livable Pacific Northwest space. - Designing Outdoor Spaces for the Pacific Northwest Climate
Wet winters and dry summers ask a lot of an outdoor space. Thoughtful design works with our climate, not against it — for a yard that thrives year-round.