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The South Seattle Edible Landscape

 Seattle Edible Landscape

 


The South Seattle Edible Residence is home to an aspiring chef who sought to redesign his entire property to reflect and support his passion for food. Raised bed annual gardens, beehives, perennial plantings and mushroom habitats have transformed the yard into an edible, functional outdoor living space. Perennial garden beds and extensive production of herbs, berries, vegetables, medicinal crops and pollinated flowers. Fruit trees, patios, stone walkways, trellises and covered seating areas provide structure to the garden and create comfortable spaces for year-round entertaining.


The front yard has dozens of perennial edible plants. Beautifully combined, the various patterns and colors provide year-round interest and create a welcoming entrance to the home. The shady sides of the property are cultivated by Pacific Northwest natives and focus on edibles such as sal, evergreen huckleberry and wild ginger. The backyard serves as the primary gathering space, featuring two seating areas, large annual garden beds, and a wood-burning stove.



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