Seasonal Containers for a Winter Landscape
Annuals, greenery and color enliven chilly days.
Winter Containers Light Up the Season
Holiday containers make the landscape magical.
A Welcoming Holiday Landscape
Evergreen boughs and wreaths greet family and friends.
Christmas Container Gardens in Illinois
Bright holiday containers add a festive flair.
Inviting Winter Holiday Containers
Live trees and seasonal color celebrate the holidays.
Sculptural Winter Container for Illinois
Metalwork spheres accentuate greenery and lighting.
Lattice Flower Box Planted with Colorful Annuals
Lattice flower box with decorative brackets planted with colorful annuals.
Mailbox Planter in Park Ridge IL Garden
Whimsical mailbox planted with annuals.
Red Brick Area Rug by Pool
Red brick pool surround set in herringbone pattern with “area rug” under chaise lounge.
Twin Lakes Window Boxes
Annuals spill out of window boxes, echoing the colors of plant beds.
Kenilworth Spa and Firepit
Flagstone walls tie the design of the spa and fire pit together.
A Private Retreat
Mounds of foliage, shrubs and perennials help the spa blend in.
Tropical Plant Containers in Bristol Wisconsin
Planters encourage experimentation as they change with the seasons.
A Layer of Sophistication
Jerusalem limestone slabs elevate the tone of the patio.
Naturalized Walkway
Creeping thyme and bluestone lead through shady, low plantings.
Hardscape Brings People Together
The pool deck, patio and fire pit draw groups of different sizes.
Containers Overflow with Color
Terra cotta pots extend the lively garden up onto the patio.
An Urban Garden in Lincoln Park Makes the Most of a Small Space
Varying plant heights maximizes a small space.
Chicago Botanic Garden Bounty
Containers and raised beds showcase summer blooms.
Informal Seating in Wilmette
Containers bring color and life onto the patio.
Abundant Summer Color
Lush perennials make the most of a small space.
Intermixing Stone in Wilmette
Fieldstone and bluestone combine for a unique effect.
Containers Ease the Transition
Potted annuals draw the garden into the spa surround.
Thinking Big in an Urban Setting
Every inch of a 50-foot lot is fully detailed.
Hardscape Enhances the Patio
Stone veneer and bluestone walls double as benches.
Punches of Seasonal Color
Pots can be replanted in spring, summer and fall.
A Serene, Shady Setting in Winnetka
White blooms bring light into shady areas.
Uncommon Containers
Beautiful and varied, using mostly foliage.
Colorful, Vibrant Leaves
Note how most of the color is from foliage plants.
Containers Enlarge the Footprint
Potted annuals inject more color into a city lot.
Thoughtful Urban Storage
Benches hold cushions and extend guest seating.
A Grand Fountain in Lincoln Park
A peaceful addition gives kids a place to splash.
A Burst of Vivid Color
Summer annuals grow quickly, spilling from urns.
Beautiful Backdrop for Entertaining
Blooms of all colors, sizes and textures add interest.
Adding Height and Interest
A fanciful planter personalizes a shady corner.
Containers Soften the Setting
Urns overflowing with annuals brighten the entry.
The Finishing Touch—Containers
Annuals in urns echo the colors of perennial beds.
Extending Living Space Outdoors
A patio augments interior space for entertaining.
Pavers Suit the Setting
Formal stone patios branch casually into the turf.
Stepping Up Formality
Sculptures and urns evoke a formal feel indoors.
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