She suggests a puddle stone placed to make you pause, with golden yellow foliage and flowers along the path, leading to a bright yellow door flanked by flower-filled pots echoing the palette.

We can harness that same power in the garden — as portals, landmarks, focal points, hardscape and sculpture. Learn from garden experts how your landscape can be elevated with stonework.

Designed by Marcello Villano, Jennifer's escapist garden prioritizes minimalism, with one exception, and her look is ...