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08-Olivewood Terra Nativa

Olivewood Terra Nativa

Saturday | April 11 | 10 AM–5 PM

Private Residence
Garden Size: 20,000 sq. ft., front, back, & side(s)
Started: 2017
Design & Install: Homeowner
Care: Homeowner with help from two dear friends
Not Accessible, No Restroom Available

About the Garden

Welcome to our hillside sanctuary, where nature and intention flourish in harmony. Meandering paths weave through vibrant California native plantings, gentle water features, and an integrated water catchment system—all sustained by the natural rhythm of the land. Ninety olive trees and a flourishing bioswale invite biodiversity to thrive, creating a refuge for wildlife and people alike. This garden embodies ‘Habitats That Heal’—a living tribute to the restorative power of native plants for our ecosystems, our communities, and our own well-being. It is my offering to Mother Nature, and a reminder that when we nurture the earth, she nurtures us.

Notable Plants

Laurel Sumac

Blue Elderberry (Sambucus caerulea)
Chaparral Yucca (Hesperoyucca whipplei)
Laurel Sumac (Malosma laurina)
Redberry Buckthorn (Rhamnus crocea)
Rose Sage (Salvia pachyphylla)