Wednesday, November 4, 2015

Fall 2015 Landscape Award

The home of Derris and Tima McGuthry-Banks at 12704 Norwood Lane stands out with a thoughtful and environmentally friendly landscape.  Two rain barrels catch rainwater from the downspouts on the front of the house.  Also, a low lying area has been crafted to absorb any standing rainwater.  There is a healthy and well-maintained lawn.  A variety of flowering plants add color -- chrysanthemums in different fall shades.  Also, the remaining annuals provide a pop of color along the inviting path from the street to the front door.  Interestingly, the silver foliage of dusty miller echoes the color of the house. (Jean Rositol, selected 10/14/15)