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Relax, Play & Entertain Show Garden 2, The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show, Costa Mesa, California

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RELAX, PLAY & ENTERTAIN

Step inside your new outdoor living space. Bring the comfort of home to the yard while you lounge on your shaded outdoor bed and take in the garden sights. Lovely shade trees and native and low-water plants create garden rooms that welcome children and pets with treats and water play areas. Later, enjoy your private shower under the sun and then sip beverages while you enjoy appetizers and pizza from your kitchen. Watch the sun go down on a perfect day as you bring the inside to your outdoor retreat.

Designed by Perfect Circle Gardens & Interiors

Welcoming Family Retreat Show Garden, The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show, Costa Mesa, California

WELCOMING FAMILY RETREAT

Designed with families in mind, this inviting outdoor space blends creativity, comfort and natural beauty.

A sculptural mix of wood and stone seating creates a relaxed spot for parents while children explore a charming sandbox and a large outdoor chalkboard made for imaginative play. A shaded pergola shelters a cozy built-in banquette, perfect for storytelling or watching the kids play. Beautiful potted trees soften the space and add a sense of garden elegance, creating a welcome retreat for both children and adults to enjoy the outdoors together.

Designed by Skylines Landscapes

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Boho Book Nook, The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show, Costa Mesa, California

A boho-inspired reading retreat featuring a raised deck with a cozy daybed, angled design lines, and a sculptural moon window. Warm textures, lush greenery, tranquil water and fire features create an inviting outdoor book nook perfect for relaxing, daydreaming and finishing that favorite chapter. Designed By Urban Ecology & Studio

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California Room Garden 3, The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show, Costa Mesa, California

“Welcome to the California 'Room' Garden where there is no clear boundary between garden and room, no enclosed wall, no barrier - just a seamless transition that makes you feel relaxed and at ease while your field of vision fills with an intimate, meditative landscape. The composition is restrained, but never empty — every element feels intentional. This is a garden you don't just visit - you live with. Designed by Saddleback College.”

California Room Garden 2, The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show, Costa Mesa, California

“Welcome to the California 'Room' Garden where there is no clear boundary between garden and room, no enclosed wall, no barrier - just a seamless transition that makes you feel relaxed and at ease while your field of vision fills with an intimate, meditative landscape. The composition is restrained, but never empty — every element feels intentional. This is a garden you don't just visit - you live with. Designed by Saddleback College.”

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California Room Garden, The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show, Costa Mesa, California

“Welcome to the California 'Room' Garden where there is no clear boundary between garden and room, no enclosed wall, no barrier - just a seamless transition that makes you feel relaxed and at ease while your field of vision fills with an intimate, meditative landscape. The composition is restrained, but never empty — every element feels intentional. This is a garden you don't just visit - you live with. Designed by Saddleback College.”

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Show Garden, The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show, Costa Mesa, California

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Discover new dahlia varieties at the dahlia show garden

A dahlia show garden is a great way to discover new dahlia varieties. To promote dahlias, hundreds of different varieties are on show. Some are so new, they don’t even have a name yet. It’s an incredible sight, with so many beautiful varieties! Waltzing Mathilda In September my friend Superdahlia and I visited what we call the Flower Bulb region. I am sure everybody knows about the tulips and…