Our garden has evolved through multiple iterations over the last 20 years. I have been trending toward more water-wise, native (or native-adjacent) plantings with interesting foliage or structure while still being tempted by foliage and flowers from afar. I have incorporated trees, shrubs, grasses, bulbs and herbaceous perennials throughout an abundant display with year-round interest. The front garden gets morning sun while the back garden has full afternoon sun. Drip irrigation on timers helps me kill fewer plants (although some inevitably end up in the compost heap each year). The garden is supported with a hardscape of stairs, paths, retaining walls and patio; we spend much of our time outside when the weather allows.Depending on the season, you might notice manzanita, spirea, multiple allium varieties, pines and mahonia, hellebore, solomon's seal, lagerstroemia, lilies, carex, and many many more. I allow a generous spread of lamb's ears, campion, rudbeckia, verbena bonariensis, california poppies, foxgloves and linaria while ruthlessly pulling them when they overwhelm. You will undoubtedly find projects in progress.