The process of transforming a landscape can seem daunting, but at Wild Bloom we have nailed it down to a straightforward and simple system that takes your yard from… well, let’s just say less than ideal.. to a professionally crafted outdoor environment. Follow along as we take you through this project profile to learn how it’s done. Background This courtyard …

As the world of organic landscaping and gardening grows, people are ditching the chemical fertilizers and turning to compost tea to keep their plants healthy. Most everyone has heard of compost and how it benefits soil and plants. However, by taking that compost and turning it into compost tea, you can increase the effectiveness of the microbes in compost that …

For most gardeners, the sight of perfectly grown, vigorous trees are source of joy and pride. Be that as it may, a question often asked is how to brace a tree the right way. You expect your plants to grow strong and tall to showcase the ideal landscape. In spite of that, nature sometimes has its ways to deviate from …

Having open space in your backyard gives you a great place to entertain, play, and feel at ease. However traditional lawns require a lot of maintenance, fertilizer, and water. While lawns are more viable in wetter climates, in this drought prone part of the country we can not afford to waste so much water on these high need grass lawns. …

We are fortunate to live in California, where there is an abundance of truly beautiful perennials that flourish with very little water or maintenance! If you need to add some beauty and color to your landscape without adding too much upkeep work, try one (or several) of these 10 flowering perennials that thrive in California. California Lilac The California Lilac, …

It’s a new year which means you have probably already been inundated with lists of new trends for 2018. However, I doubt you’ve seen a list yet for landscaping, and if you are thinking about doing some outdoor home improvement projects this year, you’ll want to be clued into the latest and greatest the world of landscaping has to offer. …

With the new year upon us, it is a time to reflect on 2017 and to set new goals and resolutions for the year to come. These resolutions we make for ourselves are often directed at bettering ourselves. Things like eating healthier, exercising more, or going on a life changing trip all are great goals to have for 2018, but …

The December holidays can be divisive. Some people love this time of year while others can’t wait for it to be over. No matter which camp you’re in, there is no denying the power of the holiday season. I believe it’s the combination of change and tradition that makes it so compelling. Winter is setting in, the new year is coming …

Putting a patio in your backyard or upgrading the one you have is a really awesome way to extend your living space to the outdoors. Here in the San Luis Obispo area, you can take advantage of your patio for most of the year. Plus, you could even put in a fireplace to extend the days you’re able to enjoy …

Having a professional landscape design is one of the smartest investments you can make before starting construction on your outdoor space. But what good is a plan if you can’t interpret it? If you aren’t used to reading landscape plans, they can seem foreign at first glance. However, they are actually quite simple and easy to understand once you know …