Resilient in Brentwood
The owners of this magnificent Mandeville Canyon estate had three objectives in mind for their two-acre hilltop property: to reduce outdoor water use, to replace flammable and/or invasive plants, and to increase biodiversity.
Several approaches were used to decrease water usage. Thirsty exotics were replaced by climate-appropriate plantings. Rain gardens were introduced along the property frontage, and underground water tanks were constructed.
Our scenic hillside communities are increasingly at high fire risk, due to persistent drought conditions in So Cal. Therefore, lessening plant flammability is key to protecting local ecosystems. Invasive plant species also pose a threat to natural areas.
Biodiversity was augmented by creating different garden experiences throughout the property, by installing plant communities with distinct characters.
