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Transforming a corner lot
This plan was a response to the owners’ desire to remove all the turfgrass and fill all the space with gardens. Having had a false start that saddled them some unsuitable species, they came to understand the need for native plants, bio-diversity, and patience. With so many trees and shrubs, this property will become a lovely, cool, woodland. It’s important to design for the present as the future, and there will be a few updates necessary as the shade increases and the shrubs spread. Because the project required a sheet mulch of the entire property and involved the construction of an enclosed porch, this design was completed in two phases. First, the invasive / inappropriate trees and shrubs were removed and the turfgrass was sheet mulched with woodchips. Trees and shrubs were sourced and planted. Then, beginning four months later (in the fall) and continuing the next year, herbaceous perennials were added.

Large Woodland Garden
This is a long, wide border with several existing shrubs and trees. The plan incorporated a tiny “nook” garden that can be enjoyed up close from the patio.