October Yard of the Month was awarded to 308 Front St. This yard is about two-thirds xeriscaped offering very low maintenance and low water use. In addition to being ecologically sensible, it looks great year round. Light-colored rocks are used as “mulch” across most of the front yard punctuated with variegated yucca, a blooming yucca metal sculpture, and 2 red metal ants for a bit of whimsy. A lush St. Augustine lawn and a bed of periwinkles and vitex in the corner add a bit of traditional landscape design to soften the edges off the stark minimal southwestern design of the central part of the yard. A native but oak on the left side of the yard will one day offer shade from the morning and noon sun for the welcoming porch featuring turquoise metal columns and red vintage glider. A couple of luxurious foxtail ferns in pots add fresh greenery in front of the porch.
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