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 Landscaping Inspiration and Ideas

Industry news, tends and ideas from the wonderfully talented landscaping design and construction  team at Canepa Landscaping. Explore and be inspired. 

Person placing stones in a drainage channel in a garden.
By Canepa Landscaping November 21, 2025
Get your French drain ready before the rains. Use these fall maintenance tips to prevent flooding and protect your landscaping investment.
Backyard with string lights, a dark house, wooden deck with fire pit, and lush greenery.
By Canepa Landscaping November 12, 2025
Discover the latest outdoor lighting trends for Northern California landscapes, from smart LEDs to moonlighting and layered illumination.
Outdoor patio with lit fire pit, sofa, and covered bar area at dusk.
By Canepa Landscaping October 23, 2025
Step-by-step guide to planning a stunning backyard renovation, from inspiration to installation.
Stone terraced garden with lush plants overlooking a valley at sunset.
By Canepa Landscaping October 6, 2025
Smart tips for safe, stylish, and code-compliant retaining walls in Sonoma County yards.
Stone patio with fire pit, built-in seating, and lush landscaping, perfect for relaxing.
By Canepa Landscaping September 24, 2025
Discover the difference between hardscape and softscape, and how both shape a functional and beautiful Sonoma County yard.
Modern home with rectangular pool; sunset sky.
By Canepa Landscaping September 4, 2025
Modern pool landscaping ideas for Sonoma County that blend style, function, and nature for the ultimate backyard retreat.
There is a fire pit in the backyard of a house.
By Canepa Landscaping August 27, 2025
Discover how to integrate fire pits, fireplaces, and fire tables into your hardscape for year-round outdoor comfort and style.
An aerial view of a patio with chairs and plants.
By Canepa Landscaping August 13, 2025
Explore the best paver patterns to transform your patio into a stylish, durable, and inviting outdoor living space.
A modern house with a lush green garden and stairs leading up to it.
By Canepa Landscaping July 23, 2025
Multi-level retaining walls turn small yards into usable, beautiful spaces with layered functionality and design appeal.
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