Our clients had a gorgeous, Spanish style home nestled in an older neighborhood of Bakersfield but they had one major problem: they hated their front yard. The original front yard was a chaotic hodgepodge of underdeveloped turf grass, overdeveloped weeds & dated concrete. They envisioned a landscape that would complement the stunning architectural style of the home & would be sustainable for our changing environment. In particular, they did not want turf grass to be the focal

Here is an in-depth look at one of our many upcoming projects slated for construction. Our clients wanted a drought tolerant landscape design that would be sustainable for our changing environment & beautiful. They were tired of wasting thousands of gallons of water each year to keep their lawn green & happy. They also felt like they could get more out of their front yard. They wanted a relaxing patio space to enjoy their mornings & evenings. They also did not want their drou

Our client had always been frustrated with the look of her yard. She explained to our designers that regardless of what she planted, it either died or simply struggled to live. Also, due to the new drought restrictions, she mentioned that her lawn was gradually deteriorating. She desperately wanted a garden design that would be drought-tolerant & beautiful. We began by completely removing the entire lawn thatch & the suffering plants. Next, we developed a stunning dry creek b

Water Wise Ranch Transformation Our clients in Tehachapi, CA, owned a sprawling ranch property with beautiful views of the surrounding mountains. They had always been unhappy with their yard & wanted a landscape design that would more beautifully complement the property’s surrounding environment. They also wanted a landscape design to create a grander entry to the estate’s main drive approach. We began with a dramatic transformation to the drive approach utilizing a stunning

Drought tolerant plants for California gardens Kangaroo Paw – Anigozanthos When it comes to drought tolerant plants, Kangaroo Paw is a standout option. Kangaroo paw is a herbaceous perennial plant with thick grass-like foliage and a unique flowering character. Flowers are fuzzy and range from red, pink, green, yellow and orange. They bloom from mid-spring to early summer and provide excellent color to any garden when planted in groupings. These drought tolerant plants have b

Synthetic turf is an excellent alternative to real lawn, and it is becoming more and more popular in California. There has been a huge advancement in the quality of materials used to produce synthetic turf, and it now looks more realistic than ever. There are several reasons that installing synthetic turf is beneficial, including: Synthetic turf reduces your water usage. Lawns need a little over a half gallon of water ever 1 square foot per week to stay green. If you hav

Our clients were struggling with the new water restrictions & had decided to completely stop watering their lawn. Over the passing months, their garden had deteriorated into a complete eyesore. They were frustrated & unsure of what to do with the space. They knew they wanted a water-friendly design & had always loved the xeriscape gardens of Arizona. We began by completely abandoning the idea of bringing lawn back into the garden design. Working with our client, we developed

Our clients had just purchased their home & the landscape was in dire need of help. The home had sat on the market for an extended period & unfortunately not much had survived the neglect. They were ready for a dramatic change. They wanted a drought tolerant landscape that would provide them with an extended living space to enjoy the garden. They also wanted to clearly divide the public area of their garden from the more private patio space. We began by completely wiping the

CLIENT TRADES SEASONAL ANNUALS FOR DROUGHT TOLERANT PLANTINGS Recently, one of our clients brought a very common dilemma to one of our designers. They were tired of year, after year investing in seasonal annuals in their garden. Also, they wanted to begin converting their landscape to more drought tolerant plants. We knew exactly what to do. We began by converting the troublesome planter to drip irrigation so that the new plantings would receive more efficient watering. Next,

A UNIQUE, LOW WATER WALKING PARK Recently, we had the privilege of being selected to design & construct a brand-new walking park for Mercy Hospital’s South West Campus. The project was funded by the generous donations of the Friends of Mercy Foundation. Working with our clients, they expressed a desire to have a park that was distinct to Mercy Hospital & the greater Central Valley. They wanted an environment where employees would enjoy walking & exercising. Also, it was very

YARD RECEIVES DROUGHT TOLERANT MAKEOVER Our clients had thousands of square feet of turf in their front yard that was consuming countless gallons of water & was a maintenance nightmare. They were so tired with the headaches of weeds, mowing, spraying & the ever-rising cost of water to keep it green. Our clients asked us to create a drought tolerant landscape design that would complement their south-west style home & would dramatically reduce their maintenance. We began by che

LANDSCAPE REDESIGN TO COMPLIMENT HOME’S ARCHITECTURE Our clients’ purchased this large, golf-course view estate earlier this year & absolutely loved the architecture. Unfortunately, the landscape was overgrown & completely detracted from the structure & beauty of the residence. Massive Ginkgo trees had been left unattended for years & were blocking the shape of the architecture. Overgrown shrubs were blocking walkways & further cluttering the main views. Our clients wanted to

Utilizing Centuries Old Principles, Landscape is Transformed into Zen Garden In order to create a truly one-of-a-kind landscape design, you need a passionate designer & an equally passionate client. We, at Bakersfield Landscape Company Monji Landscape Companies, were recently blessed with such clients. Our clients desperately wanted a garden that would beautifully capture their passion for Japanese design & would offer them a true place to escape. They both loved to entertain

When our clients purchased their sprawling ranch estate along the coastal route to Santa Maria, they loved the cooler temperatures & privacy it offered. But, they were not in love with the expansive landscape that alternated between dusty gravel & a mud pit depending on the weather. They wanted to somehow make the space around the ranch feel more complete, without adding tons of maintenance to the property. Another concern was that clients large dogs, that loved to run & play