The lush tropical courtyard at the heart of this Pacific Heights home provides its living, breathing center. A dramatic king palm, Mediterranean fan palms, and monumental staghorn ferns provide a strong architectural framework. Shades of green, from silvery-gray succulents to deep emerald ferns, create a rich tapestry of texture and shadow. As neighboring properties developed, we adapted with strategic palm placements that screen without enclosing, exemplifying our approach to garden stewardship: responding to changing conditions while maintaining design integrity.