This before picture with turf covering most of the property. The ground for installation was hard backed surface there for soil mitigation was needed. The goal was to reduce the turf by 80% reduction.

Installation started with removing turf areas and some soil mitigation and then installing specific areas with water-wise plants, vases, and boulders throughout. In addition, specialty calico stone, pond pebbles and crushed stone were placed in areas to symbolize the depth of the ocean floor. The contractor needed to place plants in areas that were selected for each waves of the ocean.

Because this was a city project, there were numerous interruptions in the installation stages. Some of the city workers helping on the project were called to other jobs, materials did not always arrived on time and the scope changed numerous times. However, the contractor was able to work around an unpredictable schedule at times.

Reclaiming water is the mission of the plant and the installation reflected a sensible use of materials. In this area, grasses were installed surrounded by river rock (small) to giving an ocean-like feel.

Careful attention to detail during installation. Oyster-like representation against tan pond pebbles.

Large machines and bobcats were used to install boulders and plant trees. Yuka and other vegetation installed around boulders. Plants pictured here represent coral and kelp found in the ocean.

The installation team mixed rock selection to ensure transitions from one wave to the nest. This close-up image showing the distinction of shallower water in comparison to darker, deeper water.

The contractor created teams for inviting spaces to view this water-wise installations. Three different rock selections were used to represent the area. Here is that path provided for tours that encourage people to walk through the gardens and visitors to learn drought resistant options.

Placement of vegetation was intentional and planned. Installation crews needed to be in constant contact with supervisor as plants were installed. Plants were intentionally selected to be higher with a graduation in length and width so it would appear similar to an ocean bottom.

Speckled throughout the property the installers found key location to include vibrant blue glass to specifically attract the viewers’ eye.

Working with some of the existing trees and adding unique decorative items, the installation contractor identified areas to protect and populate during construction. The giant buoy has been dropped into the "water" to simulate a rippling effect. Plants tuck in around boulders similar to coral reef ecosystems.

Recycled oil jar fountains are overflowing with blue glass to portray cascading water. Many of the planters and blue stonework were installed in collaboration and working closely with the designer

The contractor had to work in phases as the planting needed to be complete before the rocks and pebbles were placed. The decorative pieces arrived last, and in some cases plants needed to be There is a crashed boat in the corner along with several other decorative items and onyx boulders where visitors could sit.

The installation team helped with the vegetation while the city workers installed the artwork. This picture exhibits Poplar Island, where mayflies hover overhead.

The document above has a map of the installation layout of the project as well as the descriptions and plants that are in each location.