Creating a curved mosaic with ground cover plants

  Hello there! We have a completely enclosed curved 7 x 17ft bed that we would like to plant with groundcover to form curving rows that alternate different, contrasting plants. The idea is to have river rock flowing from a…

Idea for plants along fence?

Hi! I am wondering if you had any suggestions for what to plant on a narrow strip of ground (~14 inches wide) between my fence and the sidewalk. I live in Leslieville and this patch is north-facing. Thanks!…

Recommendations for planting a front garden

Hello! I was wondering if you’re able to give recommendations for planting? We are not experienced in this area and would like to order some plants for our front yard. If this is possible please let me know. Thank you!…

Second request regarding a plan

I have enclosed a drawing of my garden. Please ignore the plants. I would really appreciate it if you could suggest a low maintenance plan based on my last email to you. The land slopes from the left hand side…

Perennials

Hi For a new gardener, which are the hardiest perennials that bloom from spring to fall for zone 5 and when is the best time to plant them.…

Garden Design Principles

I’m pondering where to place some gifted mums. With some plants not responding, and some just despondent after being stressed by adjacent construction, I’d like to plan around the existing back garden in a small 10 feet area by 3.…

What to plant

Hi, I am looking for ideas for my front garden. I have a Ppagida and a good size Bhutan. I would love that to be the focal point. I have box wood in small globe along one edge. The next…