June Scott Design

04/19/2024

Now that we’re taking on projects in both the LA area and in Washington, we’re expanding the focus of the blog as well. The latest post highlights top ornamental grasses along the Pacific coast.

Rather than the typical grass that’s thirsty much of the year and dies with cold snaps, these ornamental grasses offer beautiful wisps of color throughout the seasons. Noted with each ornamental grass is its Plant Hardiness Zone, or the areas of the US best for the needs of the plant. For referenc...

04/11/2024

Happy National Pet Day from Darla!

04/02/2024

Thanks Architectural Digest for including us in this article on small gardens!

Growing flowers and food in the ultimate outdoor oasis takes creativity, not a ton of space

03/29/2024

New blog post on supporting the food web by planting natives.
https://junescottdesign.com/critical-critters/

03/08/2024

All of this rain should be that fires during the dry season won't spread quite as fast. To protect your home and landscape no matter what the weather brings, check out our latest blog post on firewise planting. Photo by

https://junescottdesign.com/firewise-planting/

02/29/2024

Sponginess -- coming to a city new you! Check out our new blog post on rain gardens and 'Sponge Cities."

Just in the past few weeks, we’ve experienced more rainfall than Los Angeles typically has seen in a year. As rain and flooding have increased worldwide, cities have turned to green infrastructure to combat such issue. Founded by Kongjian Yu, landscape architecture firm Turenscape devoted decades ...

02/08/2024

Ganna Walska Lotusland opens soon for the season. It’s an absolute must-see for garden lovers. Read about it on our blog today:
https://junescottdesign.com/extraordinary-lotusland/

02/07/2024

We have a new blog post up on the adaptability and importance of kitchen gardens. No matter what size garden you have, you can incorporate something edible.

https://junescottdesign.com/the-ease-and-importance-of-edible-gardens/

June was really wonderful to work with and created a beautiful space. She had lots of great creative ideas and has a lovely collaborative spirit. Would gladly work with her again and highly recommend!

02/01/2024

New blog post on Therapeutic Gardens! https://junescottdesign.com/therapeutic-gardens/

01/19/2024

Natural play places for kids — we love them! Read about what elements can enhance your child’s experience in the garden on our blog

https://junescottdesign.com/the-wonder-joy-of-natural-playgrounds/

01/10/2024

We have a new blog post up on the importance of planting trees in your home’s median/parkway landscape.

https://junescottdesign.com/the-value-of-planting-trees-in-your-median-landscape/

12/05/2023

Go North East Trees!

Thanks Los Angeles Times for featuring us. It's go time at the nursery this time of year with it being planting season (including planting out LA's most ambitious microforest thanks to our collab with Seed To Landscape) and lots of fun and impactful volunteering opportunities. Come join us - more information on our website: https://www.northeasttrees.org/

11/28/2023

A new garden at UCR Palm Desert will reveal — and promote — the ancient Cahuilla people’s uses for native plants…

11/06/2023

11/06/2023

https://www.latimes.com/environment/story/2023-11-06/californias-oldest-tree-is-threatened-by-a-huge-development

California's oldest tree, a Palmer's oak thought to be 13,000 to 18,000 years old, may be threatened by a proposed development, environmentalists say.

10/31/2023

Happy Halloween!

10/31/2023

Happy Fall Everyone! It’s a pleasure to announce that Potted is back and our newly renovated retail store in Atwater Village will be open soon - just a block away from our former location. In the meantime, check out our selection of fresh designs and decor online!

Everything we will offer in store can also be found on our website. Feel free to take a look and let us know what you think!

Same Pots. Same Love.

10/03/2023

There are still a few tickets available for this incredible event that will take place at Lotusland this Saturday. One of the best annual plants parties and it shouldn't be missed! There are great plants, fun people, good food and drink. Look forward to seeing everyone there! Details on the Lotusland website https://www.lotusland.org/event/save-the-date-exceptional-plants-2023/

10/03/2023

Tonight!

Save the date Tuesday, Oct. 3rd
We hope you'll join us for an evening about All Things Trees.

This will be SPB's annual meeting. Additionally, over 70 gardening books will be available for a small donation to SPB.

If you'd like to help us plan events, projects, and/or the garden tour and plant swap, be a part of the SPB board! Send us an email to learn more: [email protected]

For more information about South Pasadena Beautiful, visit www.southpasbeautiful.org.

09/14/2023

https://www.latimes.com/environment/story/2023-09-13/california-legislators-target-nonfunctional-grass

California legislators passed a water-saving bill banning the use of drinking water on decorative grass outside businesses and along streets.

08/26/2023

Moody landscapes and changing skies here on the Isle of Sky ☁️🌧️🌬️ (no filter)

08/24/2023

Detail from our LA hillside project. Love the subtle textures. That is carex praegracilis/California native field sedge creating a soft ‘rug’ on the hillside. ABOUT June Scott Design
As licensed landscape architects, we design stylish outdoor spaces that emphasize beauty, comfort and ecological sustainability. We delight in collaborating with our residential clients to create welcoming gardens that reflect their home's architecture and are responsive to the site and our climate. Website is linked in our bio. design

08/01/2023

07/16/2023

AB 1573 seizes the untapped opportunity to use commercial and public works landscapes in support of biodiversity and water conservation.

07/16/2023

Very cool!

More companies are eschewing manicured grass in favor of native plants, a shift driven by the environmental costs of installing and maintaining lawns.

07/16/2023

A rare shot of me in the wild. Spent a wonderful afternoon with family at Lotusland—always inspiring. ABOUT June Scott Design
As licensed landscape architects, we design stylish outdoor spaces that emphasize beauty, comfort and ecological sustainability. We delight in collaborating with our residential clients to create welcoming gardens that reflect their home's architecture and are responsive to the site and our climate. Website is linked in our bio.

05/26/2023

So honored to have my maintenance guide published in Sunset

Low-water gardens still need ongoing care until they get established. As the weather starts heating up there may be a few things you should (and shouldn’t do) to keep them thriving! We’ve got all the tips to take care of your plants, including a year-round checklist to prepare for all the growing seasons ahead. Landscape designer June Scott shares her easy-to-tackle guide at Sunset.com. Link in bio.
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Photo Credit: Daniel Bosler

05/10/2023

So fun to be included in this Sunset article on bocce courts! Photos by Martin Cox.

Could bocce be the new pickleball? It’s time to get in on the fun. You can even put one in your backyard, and you don't need much space!

04/06/2023

It’s ! (Who knew, right?) Here are photos of some blooming now at our South Pasadena Post Office project. . design