Woodland Garden, Medford, Oregon
Our clients wanted to create a naturalistic garden that would attract small wildlife. To achieve this goal, we carefully chose trees and shrubs for spring and fall color, as well as for their berries and seeds. Birdhouses and bat boxes were placed strategically around the site to attract wildlife. We also included specific shrubs and ground covers for their appeal to ground nesters. This mix of colors and shapes created an overall feeling of a natural forest setting.

Front Entry, Gold Hill, Oregon
This family wanted a front entry that would serve as a gathering area for entertaining during the summer. The original 20-foot-long narrow concrete walkway was replaced with a curving exposed aggregate walkway and patio. Water run-off from the lawn was diverted into a meandering rock-lined dry creek bed. Wood benches were placed strategically to encourage conversation and take full advantage of the views and plantings. We carefully chose groundcovers and perennials that would do well in dry shade, and have seasonal interest all year long.
   
Stream and Fish Habitat Restoration, Chiloquin, Oregon
A rancher had recently added a pond and stream to his cattle ranch for fish rearing and fly-fishing. But, in developing the pond and stream it was necessary to remove a section of wetland. O’Neill Landscape Design created a plan to re-vegetate the wetland lost during construction. Using wildflower and grass seed collected on-site, we stabilized the stream bank and provided seasonal interest. Larger trees and shrubs native to the area were planted to provide structure and cover for fish rearing in the stream. Finally, we allowed the area to naturalize so there would be no long-term maintenance.

Rainforest Garden, Grants Pass, Oregon
This homeowner was faced with an interesting landscape design challenge, thanks to a high water table and a very wet backyard. Rather than fight nature, we decided to take advantage of the situation by creating a series of freestanding wood decks to access different areas of the backyard. Boulders and smooth, round river rock were placed between the geometric decking forms. Planting was sparse, yet dramatic in shape, bold color and capable of flourishing under wet conditions. The garden was simple, functional and evoked feelings of a temperate rainforest.