A bountiful garden in Westwood

Hallie Holtzmans backyard is not one garden but three, each with a distinct look and purpose yet unified in a landscape full of surprises. Theres a garden to grow vegetables, one for flowers to decorate the house and another at poolside that provides a tranquil retreat. Holtzman cradles her grandson, Brody, near the pool, which is reflected in a mirror that creates the illusion of a larger garden.

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Sept. 16, 2014 9:22 AM PT

The Holtzman garden in Westwood is filled with picturesque details like this clematis winding up a deck support.

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An artful arrangement of succulents appears to drip from a garden wall.

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A foxglove spikes through other lush foliage in the backyard.

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This photo of an apple on a tree espaliered against a wall calls to mind an Old World painting.

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An apple tree is espaliered against a wall, with a container of Brugmancia in front.

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Strawberries grow alongside camomile in the vegetable garden, which Holtzman cultivates year-round.

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A Pink Lemonade tree with variegated lemons produces bushels of fruit.

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Some herbs grow in containers as well as between several concrete pavers along a pathway.

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