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Archive for November, 2009
Garden Design: Part 1
On November - 9 - 2009
Creating an outdoor living space which is both practical and beautiful is the job of the garden designer. Before undertaking a garden design project be sure to have a clear understanding of a site’s natural conditions. This includes sun and shade conditions, wind exposure, soil quality and potential views. Only after a thorough site evaluation should you begin plant selection and design.
Deciduous plants are those…
On November - 9 - 2009
trees and shrubs which lose their foliage in winter. Evergreens, as the name implies, keep their foliage year-round.
Specimen trees and shrubs should…
On November - 7 - 2009
be placed where they’ll be noticed most.
Spread compost…
On November - 6 - 2009
throughout a garden about a month before you plant.
When designing a garden…
On November - 5 - 2009
be mindful of its usage maintenance requirements and existing environment conditions such as wind and sun exposure.
When planning your garden…
On November - 4 - 2009
be sure to complete a site analysis to determine sun/shade conditions, soil quality and wind exposure.
