outdoor galore magazine summer issue 2015

Welcome to Outdoor Galore - the one and only publication created

and designed by local Northern California outdoor living enthusiasts

and small business owners! This quarterly magazine is designed to

highlight local Sacramento businesses who sell products or services

specializing in outdoor living. Each issue will focus on the current

season and different events taking place in our local communities.

If you are as obsessed with outdoor living as we are, you already

know how fortunate we are to live in a region that provides unlimited

opportunities to turn our backyards into extensions of our homes.

Outdoor Galore introduces you to local professionals who can help

make your outdoor living dreams a reality. Also, you can explore the

latest trends and tips from our outdoor professionals.

We embrace true outdoor enthusiasts who love what they do and

are passionate about sharing their talents with others. If you are

interested in participating in the magazine or know someone who

might be, email us at outdoorgaloreinfo@gmail.com!

Erika and Becky

Becky Horan

Editor/Writer

Also owner of

Outdoor Space Designs

Erika Pierce

Publisher/ Design

Also Owner of

Pacific Shade Sails

Michelle Bradley

Editor/Writer

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Rebecca Pierce

Social Media Assistant

Lets Talk Shade

Now Trending

Furniture that Functions

Fog Versus Mist

Climate Control

Year Round Outdoor Living

Addicted to Al Fresco

DIY Corner

Outdoor Kitchens

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There are many ways to add shade to your outdoor space. You could go traditional, what

everybody else has...or you could try something new and unusual. Here at Pacific Shade Sails

we like to create shade using new and innovative shade solutions. When we started this

company we only offered one choice, shade sails. Now after 9 years in the business, we have

several shade options, all unique and cool in their own way.

Today we are spending a lot of time creating great shade with a product called SkySpan

umbrellas. These are not your typical umbrellas...oh no...these are beautiful structures that

look and feel like an umbrella. Originated in Australia and now licensed to be made in Georgia,

SkySpan umbrellas are made out of steel, aluminum and the canopies are a pvc membrane.

They are rated at 75mph when open and 95mph when closed. With this is a product, you can

add lighting, cooling, heating and logos to the canopy.

We have installed these at both residential and commercial locations. They are gaining in

popularity as the world gets to know them better. There are many colors to choose for the

frame and canopies.

Ready to get to know SkySpan? Contact us today...

Pictured below are residences in: Elk Grove, Lincoln, Loomis

A small list of happy SkySpan customers

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gone As the ever-present drought continues to loom over most of California,

many residents are making the decision to do away with their water-

hogging lawns. But what are the alternatives?

Sophie Sears from Cal Wild Landscape Design collaborates closely with

Ben Huffines at Environmental Landscape to provide solutions for

customers looking for water-saving landscapes.

Tearing out your lawn can give you a blank slate, repurposing

how you use your outdoor areas. Your yard doesn't have to be

all plants . Rocks and other hardscapes provide dimension to

your yard and offer low maintenance.

For front yards, consider how you want to use your space. You may want to consider adding a pathway for better access to your home

or even a seating area for relaxing out front while you watch the kids play or visit with neighbors.

Water saving alternatives to

traditional turf lawns

Lawn-b

The latest outdoor trends straight from

the source

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Cal Wild Landscape Design focuses on CA native and

drought tolerant plants. Their simple, low mainte-

nance designs use a variety of natural materials,

rocks and stone walls. Environmental Landscape pro-

vides the construction and installation of the designs.

Ben and Sophie work together with their clients

throughout the project ensuring everyone is on the

same page collaborating each step of the way on the

best possible solution for their clients.

Sophie SearsCal Wild Landscape Design

calwildlandscapes.com 530-219-5205

Ben HuffinesEnvironmental Landscape

environmentallandscape.org 916-624-8000

Its ok to keep some lawn. A low or no-mow California native sod provides

a great alternative to those not willing to ditch their green lawns. This

native sod can be left to grow on its own or mowed like a traditional turf

lawn. Once established, it only needs to be watered a couple times a

week to keep its deep, green color. Native sod does well in partial shade or

full sun and recovers well from occasional wear. Its medium leaf texture

provides a deep glossy color that is also tolerant to cold temperatures.

The Delta Blue Grass

Company out of

Stockton, CA grows

the sod locally and

distributes the

product throughout

California.

Sophies Drought Tolerant Plant List

Cover ground with low growing, spreading shrubs:

Creeping Manzanitas, Rosemary and Ceanothus,

Blue Pacific Juniper and Dwarf coyote brush.

Attract wildlife with Salvias, CA

Fuchsia, Yarrow, Penstemon, Mim-

ulus and Buckwheat.

Create a lawn-ish meadow with

Blue Grama Grass, CA Field Sedge or ground co-

vers like Dymondia, Wild Strawberries or even

Succulents and toss in some

wildflower seeds!

Throw some structure into the

picture with Phormiums, Agaves or

bunch grasses like Deer Grass, Pink

Muhly Grass or Feather Reed

Grass.

Add some foundation shrubs and

trees like larger Manzanitas and

Ceanothus, Red Bud, Strawberry

Tree, Bottle Brush, Grevillea, Pacific Wax Myrtle or

Leucodendron.

Photo provided by Delta Bluegrass Co Photo provided by Delta Bluegrass Co

Penstemon

Mimulus

CA Fuchsia

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Furniture

A well designed outdoor space is both beautiful and functional.

When planning your outdoor areas consider how you will use

your space. Choose accent pieces that can double as storage for

frequently used items. Having these items conveniently stored

outside limits hauling everything back and forth.

An outdoor storage cabinet assists to discretely

stow away pool towels, sunscreen, hats and other

pool items. This coffee table wins an award for

extreme multi-purpose use! It can be used as a

coffee table, extra seating and storage. Garden

stools can also serve different functions. Use them

as end tables, a coffee table or extra seating.

FUNCTIONS

After Pool side seating with neatly tucked

away pool towels and swim toys

BeforeThis pool side area functioned

more as a storage area for stacked chairs

Becky Horan - Outdoor Space Designs

Montego Bay Cabinet and

Storage Chest by Home Styles

Lowes.com

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Get your grillin on. Stainless

steel and nonstick, these griddles

cook veggies and everything else

to perfection.

williams-sonoma.com $37

$37

Never break another glass outside!

Glass or plastic - you cant tell

with this acrylic glass set. Use

them inside and outside.

crateandbarrel.com $5- $6

Galvanized pails can chill your

drinks, works as vase for a fresh

cut bouquet or holds napkin rolled

silverware for a party. The

options are endless!

worldmarket.com $5$7

Outdoor Bar & Storage

Hampstead Teak Ultimate Bar

potterybarn.com $2,249

OUTDOOR INSPIRED

Top Multi-Functional Picks

Uniflame Square Slate Tile

Table & Gas Fire Pit

homedepot.com $450

Outdoor Wicker Storage

Ottoman

hayneedle.com $321

Becky Horan -Outdoor Space Designs

www.outdoorspacedesigns.com

916.879.2642

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Image source: Hayneedle.com

Image source: potterybarn.com

Image source: homedepot.com

Image source: worldmarket.com Image source: crateandbarrel.com Image source: williams-sonoma.com

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California Mistscaping was founded by Patrick and Erika Pierce of Pacific Shade Sails. Over the years, we have perfected our skill to design and create a cool environment for any outdoor space, residential or commercial. We believe that with quality products and exceptional customer service you will be pleased with the final results.

If you are tired of roasting in the hot summer heat year after year, then now is the time to install a Mistscaping system. We can reduce your outdoor temperature by up to 30 degrees. That is no joke. The added bonus is that your plants and pets really appreciate it too.

We only offer the very best in equipment and its made right here in America. When you get a professionally installed Mistscapi