Broad Pattison

Diego’s house is impressive not only because it is tasteful decorated but also because it reflects the many interest the owner. It is a home with a lot of character – one that certainly “looks after” the people living in it. As much he can, he avoids items that are difficult to maintain. For furniture – he prefers a style designed along slim, elegant lines. For his living room, he has selected an Italian, classical-inspired design which complements the contemporary setting. Interesting is Diego’s idea of placing his furniture pieces at sight angles to the walls. “in this the way the decor looks pleasing from every position you view it,” Diego’s explain. He opts for soothing colors that result in a cozy atmosphere. “I don’t like white because I feel it is very harsh and color which reminds me of hospitals,” said Diego. Read more…

This handsome plant can be used as an avenue or specimen tree or it can be pruned or pinched back to shrub size and planted in a patio, near an entryway or as a screen. It readily adjusts to container life, and is equally at ease indoors and grown by cuttings or seeds in early spring. Group planting of Umbrella Sedge will give feature and variety of form in a modern landscape. Perennial evergreen member’s of the grass family. These vary in height from 50 cm-1 m and spread 30-50 cm. upright, bare. Slender stems are crowned with strap-like bright green leaves, radiating like umbrella ribs. Small greenish brown flower spike lets appear among the foliage. Hard in cool to subtropical regions, given at least half a day sunlight’s and shelter from strong wind. Plants can yellow off in cold months. Read more…