One Plant (CA)
Sustainability Focus

Gardens with a tropical paradise feel

Dedicated to sustainable water-feature design and eco-friendly gardening education. One Plant (CA) nurtures vibrant greenery while conserving water and supporting local biodiversity.

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Lush tropical backyard with a cascading water feature
Water features designed for sustainable irrigation and microhabitats

Educational Resources

Tropical plants in greenhouse

Water-Wise Planting

Principles for selecting drought-tolerant tropical species and grouping by water needs.

Guides
Healthy soil and moisture management

Soil Moisture & Mulching

Techniques for moisture-retentive soils, mulch benefits, and ecosystem health.

Articles
Rain barrel collection system

Rainwater Harvesting

Capturing and using locally sourced water for irrigation and decorative features.

Projects
Garden education video on site

Video Library

Short tutorials on building simple, elegant water features with low maintenance.

Media

Portfolio Gallery – Water Features

Tropical pond with lilies

Tropical Pond Oasis

Shallow pond with native lilies, natural filtration, and cascading stream.

Reflecting pool with palms

Reflecting Palm Pool

Quiet, reflective water surface framed by palm silhouettes and lush groundcover.

Rilled stream garden

Rill & River Garden

Meandering water course that powers micro-habitats for beneficial insects.

Water feature with seating area

Seated Cascade

Low-profile cascade with seating alcove for education and outreach.

Additional Resources

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Eco Principles

Principles of designing for water efficiency, biodiversity, and climate resilience.

Principles
Native plant selection

Native & Introduced Plants

Guidance on selecting species that thrive in tropical microclimates with lower inputs.

Guides
Maintenance checklist

Maintenance & Scheduling

Seasonal care plans to keep water features healthy and efficient year-round.

Plans