A Greening Project

I am planning to start a small greening project in a vacant lot next door to the house that we are living in. The plot is mostly sand and rock with hard pan only an inch down. So there is some amending to do. I'll be working with perennial native plants on two small plots just to get something established and show what can be done.

I have not yet decided what I'll plant, I am meeting with the City first and get the go ahead. I need to see what is available locally. I'll need some compost and am looking for shallow rooted plants that can handle dry conditions. I do not want to have to water after the plants are established. I'll let you know what I pick once I have the go ahead.

Right Plant Right Place

One of the basic guidelines for designing a great garden is the simple, put the right plant in the right place rule. Match the plant to your garden and it will thrive.

This blog will help you get the garden you want with a minimum of work and a maximum of beauty, form and function. We will look at plants, all plants.

We will also explore the hardscape elements of your garden and talk about outdoor living areas.

The garden is where nature and civilization come together. The gardener facilitates this meeting. Make you back and front yard a place of beauty, fun and a welcome additon to your living space. Landscaping adds value to your property in many ways.

Your questions and comments are encouraged.