Oakland Hills

Residential Project

Project Summary

Farmscape transformed this historic Oakland Hills property into a lush, edible landscape that reflects the client’s vibrant aesthetic and supports long-term sustainability. From a native meadow in the front yard to a food-producing backyard with a rain garden and pollinator haven, this property now thrives year-round.

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Location Details

LOCATION	OAKLAND HILLS
PROJECT AREA	7,500 SQ FT
SUNSET ZONE	ZONE 26
CHILL HOURS	830 HOURS
WINTER SUN	5 HRS/DAY
SUMMER SUN	8 HRS/DAY
ANNUAL RAINFALL	23 INCHES

Project Goals

Preserve and build upon the existing historic stonework throughout the landscape
Design a highly productive backyard garden to grow fresh food year-round
Incorporate smart water management strategies and long-term maintenance planning
Create a high-impact, low-water front yard using native California plants

Raised bed vegetable production feeds the family all year long

*Companion planting adds color and natural benefits*

A dry, underutilized yard backyard was transformed into a thriving garden filled with raised beds, flowering borders, and pathways that invite exploration and connection.

This once-unused section of lawn was transformed into a thriving rain garden inspired by a nearby French drain. Instead of storing rainwater in barrels, the garden is designed to let water percolate into the soil—deeply watering the property’s large oak trees and supporting long-term resilience through California’s dry summers.

Rain garden trench with a dry creek bed and pollinator garden

*Shaded seating to watch pollinators visit*

*Bright colored pottery with succulent plants*

In the front yard, we replaced the traditional lawn with a colorful native meadow. The planting palette includes California natives and pollinator-friendly perennials designed to thrive with minimal irrigation. This space serves as a water-wise introduction to the property, blending seamlessly into the neighborhood’s natural terrain.

Large, established oaks shaped this front yard plan—favoring drought-tolerant plants that can coexist with their expansive roots

*Distictis vines create a vibrant, romantic entry*

*Color contrasts bring energy to the front yard design*

Grass-like plants with cheerful flowers

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Are you ready to start enjoying fresh produce from your backyard year round while supporting pollinators and saving water? Contact us today to schedule your consultation.