transform this backyard into a modern artistic landscape design suitable for toronto climate add a row of tall 10 12 feet cedar trees along the fence line to create a natural privacy screen introduce a japanese maple tree with light red foliage as a focal point add seasonal flowering plants in soft pink and purple tones such as hydrangeas lilacs and lavender to bring variety beyond green design the lawn with clean edges and integrate low maintenance shrubs for balance install subtle landscape lighting along the pathway under the cedar trees and to highlight the japanese maple creating a warm evening atmosphere the overall style should be artistic contemporary and harmonious with nature while ensuring privacy and visual interest