GARDEN SHOWPLACES VALLEY RESIDENTS TURN THEIR YARDS INTO WONDERLANDS.While some homeowners see their yards as little more than rectangular plots to house Bermuda grass Bermuda grass, perennial pasture, lawn, and hay grass (Cynodon dactylon) of the family Gramineae (grass family), native to Africa and Asia and now common in warm regions of both hemispheres. It is the standard pasture grass in the S United States. , others see a limitless space where water, wood and flowers can be mixed to create unique wonderlands. Many San Fernando Valley San Fernando Valley Valley, southern California, U.S. Northwest of central Los Angeles, the valley is bounded by the San Gabriel, Santa Susana, and Santa Monica mountains and the Simi Hills. gardens, ponds and fountains - whether hidden behind bamboo bamboo, plant of the family Gramineae (grass family), chiefly of warm or tropical regions, where it is sometimes an extremely important component of the vegetation. It is most abundant in the monsoon area of E Asia. screens in backyards or prominently displayed for the world to see - are impressive sights to behold be·hold v. be·held , be·hold·ing, be·holds v.tr. 1. a. To perceive by the visual faculty; see: beheld a tiny figure in the distance. b. . Gregg Nestor's house in Lake View Terrace, with its Cyprus trees, azaleas and intricately designed pond, fountains and walkways, is one such home. With the help of landscape architect John Restivo and wood artisan Jeffrey Robinson, Nestor hopes to build on perfection. ``The property propels them to do the best they can,'' Nestor said. Complete story / Page 8 CAPTION(S): photo Photo: (color) Gregg Nestor, a renowned classical guitarist and musical arranger, has found a new passion: his home. Rick Coca/Valley News |
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