Garden Designer based in Los Angeles, California. Chris specialises in planning drought tolerant and sustainable gardens with an emphasis on native plants.
Hugelkultur is a sustainable gardening method for creating nutrient-rich, water-conserving soil while recycling natural materials. It is particularly suited to gardeners interested in permaculture, water conservation, and low-maintenance gardens.
Smart home tech is expanding outdoors. As a garden designer, I use smart irrigation, lighting, cameras, and sensors to enhance gardens. These tools automate tasks like watering, security, and lighting. As tech improves, outdoor automation will become more common.
Water Use Classification of Landscape Species (WUCOLS). California has unique flora that require specialized care, distinct from the other 49 states in the USA. Due to the State's ongoing struggles with water resources, many homeowners have focused on using plants that are "California-friendly".
