Your yard should reflect your personality and lifestyle, and this quiz can help you discover the landscaping style that’s the perfect match. From breezy coastal looks to modern desert designs, we’ll help you get inspired to create a space you’ll love. Answer a few simple questions to reveal your landscaping personality and find inspiration to transform your outdoor space!
Let's get started!
1. What's Your Ideal Outdoor Atmosphere?
a) Laid-back, with a beachy feel and lots of movement in the plants.
b) Colorful and lush, like stepping into a whimsical, cottage-style garden.
c) Sleek and stylish, with modern touches and a relaxed vibe.
d) Minimalist, with desert-inspired, structured plants and open space.
2. What Kind of Plants Draw You In?
a) Coastal-friendly palms, grasses, and salt-tolerant greenery.
b) A variety of flowering plants and shrubs for bursts of color and a cozy garden feel.
c) Olive trees, lavender, and rosemary for low-maintenance, timeless greenery.
d) Desert-adapted succulents, cacti, and hardy agaves.
3. Preferred Color Palette?
a) Soft blues, greens, and sandy neutrals.
b) Rich, vibrant colors like reds, purples, and oranges.
c) Warm earth tones with pops of green and a few citrus accents.
d) Neutrals like gray, tan, and greens that highlight structural elements.
4. How Much Time Do You Want to Spend on Maintenance?
a) Minimal—coastal plants that can take care of themselves.
b) I don’t mind some upkeep for lush, colorful blooms.
c) Low-maintenance plants that thrive in a Mediterranean climate.
d) Very little time—just water occasionally and let nature take over.
5. Which Design Element Speaks to You Most?
a) Driftwood accents, clean lines, and natural stone for a beachy feel.
b) Cozy pathways, garden seating, and vintage-inspired garden decor.
c) Gravel walkways, modern pavers, and maybe a statement olive tree.
d) Minimalist hardscape, natural stones, and sculptural cacti or boulders.
Drum roll please........ YOUR RESULTS!
Mostly A’s – Your Yard Style is Coastal Garden
This style embraces a monochromatic plant palette that emphasizes textures and movement, evoking a serene coastal feel. Incorporating grasses, succulents, and palms, along with mixed materials like wood decks, concrete with exposed aggregate, pebble, and modern fences, this style exudes coastal charm.
Visit these project galleries for additional Coastal Garden inspiration! Host by the Coast, South O, Casa Project
Mostly B’s – Your Yard Style is Cottage Garden
This style is a pollinator's haven, featuring touches of color intermixed with soft plant materials. Think pretty plant material, cozy nooks, and organic, whimsical pathways that invite you to stay awhile. The Cottage Garden is ideal for plant lovers who enjoy a variety of flowers and shrubs.
Explore this Cottage Garden gallery for a whimsical, soft version of this style and our Botanical Brewers gallery for a colorful, maximalist version.
Mostly C’s – Your Yard Style is Modern Mediterranean
Low-maintenance and timeless, this style is perfect for those who want a yard that feels established and chic. Incorporate olive trees, lavender, and gravel walkways for an effortless, Mediterranean vibe that thrives in SoCal’s climate.
Explore these project galleries for more Modern Mediterranean garden inspiration. Courtyard Envy, Hillside Bliss.
Mostly D’s – Your Yard Style is Modern Desertscape
This style features succulent and cacti plant palettes, along with statement trees like structural Aloe Medusas or vibrant Palo Verde for a pop of color. Modern linear walkways with clean lines define the space, offering a garden with a wow factor that requires minimal upkeep.
Visit these project galleries for more Modern Desertscape inspiration! O'side Modern, Town and Cacti, Specimen Springs.
Let's Design a Yard that's Uniquely Yours!
Remember, every yard is unique, and we can blend elements from different styles to create your perfect outdoor space. Let's work together to bring your vision to life! Find out more about our landscape design services here.
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