Pond Pool for Your Backyard
Pond Pool for Your Backyard
Tips for Snake Plant Care and Maintenance
Sara Bendrick, landscape contractor and STIHL brand ambassador, shares her tips for caring for and maintaining a snake plant with Real Simple. Read the full article here: https://www.realsimple.com/snake-plant-care-8584914
Why Do We Have Grass Lawns?
Sara Bendrick is a landscape designer in San Diego. She’s transformed grass yards into more useful ecologically minded gardens. Many of her clients want low-maintenance and low-water plants for their yards. She loves designing front yards with places to sit, things to interact with, and a variety of other things. Watch the full video with […]
DIY Your Way to a More Valuable Home and Yard
Sara is an expert in adding value to your yard, and the author of Big Impact Landscaping: 28 DIY Projects You Can Do on a Budget to Beautify and Add Value to Your Home. She emphasizes the importance of considering maintenance when planning any landscaping project. Read her full article with Sunset here: https://www.sunset.com/home-garden/design/emerging-designers-landscape-designer-sara-bendrick
Women in Construction
In episode 12 of Inside Out with Belgard, Joe Raboine chats with Sara Bendrick, a leading female contractor, landscape designer, owner of Sarita Landscape Design, and HGTV personality, about her journey and insights into the industry. To hear more from their discussion, listen to episode 12 of Inside Out with Belgard.
DIY Outdoor Game Scoreboard: Transform Your Yard Games with This Fun and Functional Project
Level: Beginner to Intermediate Cost: $$ Time commitment: 1 day Professionals needed: None Dimensions: 6’6″ × 6″ Tools • Table saw (optional: you can buy 2″ × 2″ posts instead of splitting) • Router and bit • Chop saw or miter saw • Speed square • Drill and bits Materials • Two 4″ × 4″ […]
The Latest Backyard Trend: Natural Pool
The New York Times interviewed Sara Bendrick, Owner of Sarita Landscape Design, about the new “natural pool” trend. A stunning natural pool blends seamlessly with the environment, offering a refreshing alternative to traditional swimming pools. These natural pools not only provide a beautiful and tranquil space but also contribute to a healthier ecosystem right in […]
How-to Create an Outdoor Dining Room: Simple Steps for a Stunning Space
An outdoor dining area doesn’t have to be overthought: with just a few purchased items you can put together a space with minimal DIY skills. Step 1: Find the Perfect Spot: First, find a shaded area in your yard, especially if you live in a hot climate. Shade keeps you cool and gives the space […]
Create Your Own Vertical Garden: Step-by-Step Guide to Building a Beautiful and Sustainable Green Wall
Pocket vertical garden bags are one of my favorite green wall methods because they are simple and effective. Level: Beginner–intermediate Cost: $$$ Time commitment: 1–2 days Professionals needed: None Dimensions: 11′ × 9″ Tools • String line • Wheelbarrow • Shovel • Circular saw • 3’–6′ level • Drill and 1⁄2″ × 10″ drill bit […]
Nine Gardening Path Styles & Materials for Your Yard
Paths can add so much character and personality to a space. They can be the main character in your yard or a subtle way of suggesting the best way to travel. Either way, they direct you where you need to go. Thinking about a garden path for your backyard? Here are my favorite garden paths […]
