Now that the kids are grown and on the own...the hubby and I like to live incognito, so we most of the time let the yard make it's own statement...but sometimes we will have someone stop by asking "Is anyone living here anymore"...The hubby just nod's and scruggs his shoulders and they drive away......

Any advice on what do plant would be much appreciated. Next to the house I feel like it just doesn't look well organized....

Total makeover...

ADDED MORE AZALEAS...

just dirt...

This year I replace some areas with River Rocks - they look great - are certainly low maintenance and help greatly with water control coming down the hill. Switched to pine needles instead of black mulch. Dye would run off and into the pool!...

Landscape in Progress...

The front of the house gets mostly shade throughout the year, however, the rest of the yard is full sun...

Overdose of flowers in my backyard - where I spend most of my time. Love my front, just need to add some color there - without overdoing like in my back. Mostly shade from with the giant oak tree - that I love!...

Carolina's rustic backyard...