Brecksville Backyard
The design solution was to create a natural dry stream bed at the bottom of the slope to catch water run-off and direct it to an existing pond (out of view to right). Stepping stones were incorporated into the lawn to provide dry footing. A mix of perennials, shrubs and trees complete the scene. The masses of hardy geranium 'Karmina' echo the the Rhododendron blooms.
Depth of planting and interest. The path gives the eye direction