The Journal
Notes from the studio.
On native planting, coastal resilience, and the craft of designing landscapes that endure.
Notes on landscape architecture, native planting, coastal resilience, and the craft of building grounds that last, from the studio of Canopy Landscape Architects.
Planting · 2026-06-18
Native and Florida Friendly Plants Every South Florida Garden Should Consider
The most enduring gardens in South Florida are not the ones with the rarest imports. They are the ones planted with species that already belong here.
Resilience · 2026-05-30
Designing Landscapes That Stand Up to Hurricane Season
In South Florida, a landscape is judged not only in the calm of January but in the wind of a September storm.
Planning · 2026-05-12
What Does a Residential Landscape Architect Cost in Palm Beach County?
It is the most common question we are asked, and the most reasonable. Here is how landscape architecture is actually priced.
Guidance · 2026-04-24
Landscape Architect vs. Landscape Designer: Which Do You Need?
The titles sound interchangeable. They are not, and the difference matters more on some projects than others.
Coastal · 2026-04-08
Waterfront Landscaping: Designing for Salt, Wind, and Coastal Light
Waterfront property offers the best views in South Florida and the harshest growing conditions. Designing for both is the art of it.
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