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Garden & Landscape Design Portfolio

Leydon Landscaping has been offering landscape design and garden design services since 1991. Owner Christopher Potts has over 40 years of landscape design experience. We’ve completed many landscape design projects in past years and we’d like to share them with you. Please view our design portfolio below and contact us with any questions you may have about creating a beautiful landscape.

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Landscape Design and Installation
Long graceful bed lines with low plantings allow for a showy spring bloom.
This colorful small formal garden with boxwood hedges was designed to provide privacy and blend into its historic surroundings.
This country garden was designed to allow for easy access. The plantings chosen provide color and texture to the landscape.
This whimsical design with its outdoor benches and colorful landscape creates a space to relax and enjoy nature.
A sloped area can be designed into a beautiful garden with an array of ornamental grasses, blooming perennials, and flowering shrubs.
This hillside was designed and installed to enhance the beauty of the home by using colorful plantings.
The spring bloom color arrangement was designed for this formal entranceway to enhance the natural stone of the home.
This formal scroll garden was designed to be enjoyed from the view of the terrace, and becomes a focal point in the landscape.
This formal boxwood hedging creates visual interest along the main entrance of the home.
Designing with color and fragrance in mind, this design creates an inviting landscape along the walkway.
This fountain area and landscape was designed as focal point along the front walkway.
A small private seating area designed in the garden for a place to socialize.
This public open space was designed as a relaxing space for people to enjoy the outdoors.
This commercial property landscape was designed to have an attractive colorful entrance all summer.
This colorful border garden hedged with boxwoods was designed to create privacy.
Large bluestone curved steps were designed to allow for an inviting entrance to the backyard.
A balance of different textures creates interest in the garden.
Designing a landscape that incorporates different colors and textures can compliment the architecture of your home.
This large patio area with pond was designed for socializing and entertaining.
Soft textures and repeating colors thoughout this landscape creates interesting curb appeal.
Plantings can be used to soften and enhance the appearance of a large stone wall.
Garden scuplture can be designed as a focal point in the landscape.
Established trees provide the perfect setting for designing gardens that thrive in the shade.
This landscape design offers an inviting entrance into a walled courtyard.
Everblooming roses and formal boxwood hedge creates a beautiful, clean appearance throughout the year.
Designing areas to sit and relax are important features of a well thought out garden.
This stone retaining wall design features a hillside garden.
This balanced formal entrance design works in perfect harmony with the home's architecture.
Early spring color is an important aspect of landscape design.
Areas for spring bulbs throughout the landscape can add additional seasonal interest.
The right landscape design can soften necessary retaining walls.
This large patio with bench was designed to comfortably accommodate many guests.
This raised patio with firepit was designed as an area to relax while looking over a natural stone pond.
This formal landscape design with paver driveway and stone piers creates a beautiful entrance to the home.
The right landscape design can accentuate and frame a home.
This curving paver walkway with a beautiful mix of plantings provides interesting curb appeal.
This Mediterranean garden design compliments the style of the home.
This gravel path design leads you through a formal Mediterranean garden.
Combinations of bloom times, colors and textures creates the perfect landscape.
This garden design entranceway provides a unique sitting area.
The terraced wall design transformed a once sloping backyard into a useable sitting area for entertaining.
Patios
This masonry patterned bluestone patio shows the natural colors and variation of the stone.
This tiered patio uses Pennsylvania bluestone and stone retaining walls to create a spacious outdoor living area.
This relaxing retreat demonstrates one of the many cement paver colors and patterns available when designing patios and walkways.
This outdoor living space was created using patterned Pennsylvania bluestone, allowing the patio to blend into its natural surroundings.
This curved, natural sandstone landing makes a dramatic entrance to the home.
This large dry laid Pennsylvania bluestone patio can accommodate large gatherings.
The brick edging adds an element of interest to this colorful pattern Pennsylvania bluestone patio.
This irregular cement paver creates a patio with a natural stone look.
This small curved dry laid Pennsylvania bluestone patio creates the perfect space for entertaining.
This large patterned bluestone patio provides ample space for large gatherings by the firepit.
The long graceful curves of this colorful bluestone patio complements the blooming landscape.
Interlocking cement pavers not only can be used as a patio surface but also can be used for steps and landings.
This multi-level bluestone patio with raised planter, sitting wall and water feature makes for a unique area to entertain.
Walkways
Cement pavers come in many different colors and styles that can make a dramatic entranceway to any home.
A Pennsylvania bluestone walkway edged in natural brick is one of many combinations that can add visual interest.
The colors in this long curving patterned bluestone walk complements the home.
A brick walkway with gentle curves was designed through the landscape to make a colorful and inviting entrance to the home.
The front walkway design for this patterned bluestone walk makes for an inviting entrance to the home.
Pennsylvania fieldstone is the perfect stone for a wandering woodland path.
This scroll garden’s walkway was created using distressed brick to blend with the home’s architecture.
This brick walkway design with a herringbone pattern creates a functional walkway through this herb garden.
This winding paver path allows one to stroll through the landscape.
Natural bluestone walks can be designed with many different unique styles.
This walkway was created using compacted gravel with brick edging to give this Mediterranean garden a formal appearance.
The long graceful curves of this colorful bluestone walkway complements the blooming landscape.
This colorful natural bluestone walkway meanders through the landscape to the front door.
Patterned bluestone offers a variety of textures and colors.
The design of this bluestone walkway blends seamlessly with the curves of the bedlines.
Walls
This stone retaining wall was created using natural field stone to hold back the grade allowing additional driveway space.
This natural stone sitting wall and piers capped with bluestone complements the large patio area.
Segmented block retaining walls can turn a sloped area into a useable planting space.
This natural Pennsylvania fieldstone retaining wall creates a space for a spring blooming garden bed.
This bluestone capped seating wall was created using natural fieldstone to give the appearance of a stone stacked wall that was built long ago.
The colors of this natural stone wall works well with the bluestone cap and pavers.
This natural stone sitting wall allows for extra seating on the patio.
Natural fieldstone was used to build this dry stacked wall, creating a raised planting bed.
This drystacked stone retaining wall was needed to correct the grade change.
Terraced walls with planting spaces are an effective way to adjust grade changes.
This drystacked stone wall holds back the grade to allow for more driveway space.
Steps
These existing steps and landing were resurfaced with a brick veneer and capped with natural bluestone.
The illuminated, large rounded natural stone landing and stairs allow an easy entry to the terraced gardens day or night.
Existing concrete steps were resurfaced using a stone veneer and natural Pennsylvania bluestone.
These large bluestone capped front entrance stairs allow for an inviting entrance.
These bluestone capped masonry steps with a stucco finish are an inviting way to lead you into this terraced garden area.
These masonry fieldstone steps capped with bluestone give a dry laid appearance matching the walls.
Large pieces of bluestone were used to create these formal curved steps allowing an interesting and functional way to enter the garden.
The combination of natural stone walls and bluestone capped stairs offers an outside access to the backyard.
Natural bluestone was used to resurface this existing concrete step.
These natural stone steps capped with bluestone leads guests to the upper pool patio.
These natural sandstone steps allows for a compfortable grade change.
Ponds and Water Features
With a gently flowing waterfall, this liner pond complemented by aquatic plants and native stone gives the appearance of a natural pond.
This large raised Koi pond with aquatic plants arcs around the patio, which allows everyone a great view of the pond.
This natural stone pondless waterfall with stream enhances the beauty of the woodland garden.
This formal raised pond encompassed by a paver walkway allows you to view all angles of the sculptures while enjoying the spring bloom.
This courtyard fountain, although small and simple in design, creates a large visual effect.
Capped with bluestone this raised formal masonry pond offers a place to sit and view the pond.
The design of this unique shaped concrete pond with large fountain blends into the formal gardens that surround it.
In this large natural stone lined pond, water reflects the colorful spring blooms of its surrounding landscaping.
The placement of this natural pond allows it to be easily viewed from the porch.
This large formal concrete pond features arching fountain streams, which adds a pleasing sound while framing the marble statues.
This commercial raised koi pond with fountains was designed as a focal point in this plaza.
A well designed pond enables aquatic life to thrive and be enjoyed.
This formal pond with its unique shape and dual waterfalls creates a soothing sound and easy access to view the fish.
Blooming aquatic plants enhance the beauty of any pond.
Aquatic plants improve water quality and provide a natural habitat for many different species.
Liner ponds can be created to have the appearance of a natural pond with fish and aquatic plants.
This raised pond with aquatic plants and fish is enjoyed and easily viewed by the whole family.
A healthy pond helps promote diversity of aquatic life.
Landscape plantings can work together with aquatic plants to create a beautiful scene.
This woodland pond with small waterfall creates a relaxing atmosphere.
This custom water feature with spillway creates a beautiful reflecting pool for the surrounding landscape.
Pool Gardens
When designing a pool garden, a proper balance is needed between trees, shrubs and perennials.
This pool garden was designed using hedging and small trees to create a private destination.
Pool gardens not only offer interest through colorful summer blooming shrubs and perennials, but can also help visually soften the appearance of the pool patio.
Using the right plants will offer many different colors and textures throughout the pool season.
A colorful layering effect can be achieved with the proper design and plant choices.
This private pool garden landscape was designed for one to feel as if they are on a tropical vacation.
Summer blooming annuals add bursts of color to the garden during warm months when the pool is in use.
A well designed pool garden displays a variety of colors, varying plant heights and textures.
This rose covered arbor creates an inviting entranceway into a colorful landscaped pool garden.
Pool Patios
When designing a pool garden, a proper balance is needed between trees, shrubs and perennials.
This pool garden was designed using hedging and small trees to create a private destination.
Pool gardens not only offer interest through colorful summer blooming shrubs and perennials, but can also help visually soften the appearance of the pool patio.
Using the right plants will offer many different colors and textures throughout the pool season.
A colorful layering effect can be achieved with the proper design and plant choices.
This private pool garden landscape was designed for one to feel as if they are on a tropical vacation.
Summer blooming annuals add bursts of color to the garden during warm months when the pool is in use.
A well designed pool garden displays a variety of colors, varying plant heights and textures.
This rose covered arbor creates an inviting entranceway into a colorful landscaped pool garden.
Driveways
This driveway was installed using a cement paver that resembles natural cobblestone.
A detailed paver design makes this driveway entrance unique.
This sloping paver driveway adds elegance to the home.
Pavers can be used in many different designs, shapes and color combinations.
Specialty Gardens
Childrens Garden - A children’s garden is a place where a child’s imagination and knowledge can grow.
Deer Tolerant Gardens - There is a variety of deer and drought tolerant plantings that can be designed to create a colorful textured garden.
Herb Garden - An herb garden can be designed not only to be functional, but also visually appealing.
This inviting woodland path with shade plantings allows one to visit the pond.
Perennial Garden – Perennial gardens are designed with blooming time in mind to ensure there is color throughout the seasons.
Special Needs Garden - Gardens can be designed and adapted for all to enjoy.
Winter Garden
Woodland Gardens - A woodland garden can be designed using a variety of plants that are colorful and blend into the natural surroundings.
Outdoor Accessories
This custom stone firepit with bluestone patio provides a comfortable setting to entertain.
This custom built natural stone fireplace creates a great outdoor living space to relax and entertain.
This relaxing seating area is enhanced by a natural stone firepit and creates a warm gathering place for all seasons.
This unique shaped natural stone firepit capped with bluestone is one of many styles that can be constructed.
Custom stone fireplaces can be built to utilize either natural gas or wood.
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The design of this outdoor living space allows space for entertainment, privacy and comfort.
This natural stone gas firepit offers a relaxing environment to socialize in the evening.
Gas firepits can be designed in many different shapes and styles to accommodate existing surroundings.
This wood burning natural stone fireplace is the main focal point of this outdoor living area.
This natural wood burning stone firepit brings out the colors of the Pennsylvanis bluestone patio.
This custom built natural stone fireplace creates a great outdoor living space to relax and entertain.
Outdoor Lighting

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Maintenance and Garden Restoration
A garden maintenance program includes proper fertilization and insect/disease control to ensure a successful landscape.
Restoring a mature landscape can be achieved by reworking the existing plant material and incorporate new plantings.
Proper pruning techniques promote good plant health of the landscape and enhance the beauty.
Pool landscapes consist of many blooming perennials and shrubs that need to be pruned or deadheaded to continue blooming through the season.
Spring and fall cleanups along with weeding and proper mulching help to ensure a successful garden.
Aquatic maintenance, with the proper knowledge, will ensure a healthy ecosystem for fish and plants to thrive no matter what size pond.
This well maintained border garden is enhanced by its long graceful edging.
Getting the landscape ready for the early spring bloom is essential for a well maintained garden.
Knowledge of garden and aquatic maintenance is needed for the heath of the landscape.
Care and detail is what makes a well maintained garden.
Proper landscape techniques are needed to maintain a well designed garden.
Pruning is essential to maintain the look of formal hedging.

Thank you so much for all your hard work. It looks fantastic and I can’t want to use the fire pit. I’m so glad you said something about letting it cure. I had plans to start using it tonight!

KH - Perkasie, PA

Lois and I wanted to thank you both for an outstanding job. Everything looks fantastic and Lois is very happy the way you changed the walkway. Thank you. 

NV - Doylestown, PA

Just wanted to let you know that we really like your design for the patio. The men are doing a masterful job on it and it looks great.

KO - Southampton, PA

Everything looks wonderful! What a great design and execution. Many thanks to you and your entire team. We are pleased with the results!

SH - Lower Moreland, PA

Many thanks to you and your entire team! The landscaping looks spectacular. We really appreciate all of the time and effort you put in to make it happen, with often uncooperative weather. What a wonderful backyard!

JH - Lower Moreland, PA

Thank you for your generous donation to A Woman’s Place 20th Anniversary Chocolate Lover’s Fantasy! We are most appreciative of your participation-your wonderful item helped make the event a tremendous success.

A Woman’s Place - Bucks County, PA

Thanks for all the hard work. You have made out place look beautiful. We so enjoy it.

JH - Furlong, PA

Thanks! The yard looks great. Your crew does excellent work.

JR - Buckingham, PA

Thank you for making our property look so beautiful!

NO - Washington’s Crossing, PA

Chris+Noah+Crew, The yard is beautiful! Thanks

MH - Furlong, PA

Once again a job well done by your crew. My house guests have been very impressed!

KW - Buckingham, PA

Thanks for doing such a great job. Very much appreciated.

HM - New Hope, PA

Just thought to quick relay that the granite sign was publically applauded at my Meadowbrook’s School board meeting last night. I had three or four different board members approach me to shake my hand, and I sung your praises, abundantly. It looks great.

GJ - Meadowbrook, PA

Thank you. My place has never looked better. Your two guys are amazing; they are extremely professional and artistic. What a treat for an old guy like me, I really appreciate what you have done for me.

RL - New Hope, PA

Noah was a pleasure to work with, and the crew was efficient and neat, plus they seemed to know their plants and planting techniques…not all landscapers do I have learned!

KP - Upper Makefield, PA

Have to tell you and please pass onto Chris and crew, last night with the lights on and new walkway really completely transformed our house. Katie was thrilled to drive in after work. My son always complained that it was too dark and uninviting at night. Can’t wait for his reaction when he gets home over the weekend.

KC - Yardley, PA
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