Barbara Anderson
A Chimichurri Garden on your Terrace?
I hadn't quite realized I met foodscaping nirvana until I made an herb chimichurri sauce for my grilled halibut. Hello?!! A tectonic shift in all my foodie senses. My new keto-esque eating plan calls for more fish on the menu and I am always trying ways to make fish grand without overpowering it. Wow. I accidentally nailed it. Despite the fact that I didn't have everything for "The absolute best chimichurri recipe" on Pinterest, I improvised with my varietal herb garden. Garlic, oregano, Thai basil, parsley, avocado oil, rosemary, red pepper and salt to taste - blended - an voila!...
Barbara Anderson
3 Steps to Weathering CorTen Steel Planters
All this rain has got me thinking about the process of weathering CorTen steel planters. Rain is part of the acceleration! If you love every bit of the coppery bronze patina of weathered CorTen steel planters, but could do without the time of nature to transform your CorTen steel, you might want to experiment a bit.Let me share my process that I have used in the past that has delivered great results!Step 1: Making the rusting concentrate.You will need the following to begin making the rusting concentrate:1 qt. glass canning jar with metal ring (you won’t be using the lid)disposable...
Barbara Anderson
Mid-Mod Makeover with Planterscape® Planter Boxes
The Mid Mod project is complete! It was a tall order to bring order to a landscape in chaos, preserving the natural landscape surrounding this mid-century modern style home. Here are photos showing how it all came together! Follow us on our journey with before and after photos of what we are calling our Mid-Mod Makeover project. BEFORE: This unique home has many features of the famous mid-century modern designers – floor-to-ceiling windows, vaulted beam ceilings, and fireplaces serving as a massive focal points. However, its surrounding landscape needed an ultimate renovation. Two outstanding features of this landscape: ...
Barbara Anderson
Modern Metal Planter Boxes from Planterscape®
Our metal planter boxes feature the perfect combination of contemporary styling and durability. Our unique planter boxes, inspired by the urban landscape design of New York City, reflect a modern aesthetic to compliment any aspect of your landscape or indoor design. Whether it is a modern, mid-century, rustic, or industrial space, Planterscape planter boxes are a perfect choice for the discerning customer. Our planters are proudly made in the USA using CorTen steel to ensure the quality and durability you require.
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