Did I want a straightforward, does what is says on the tin, title. "Confessions of a novice garden designer" maybe?
Or should I go for something witty and clever? Trouble was I couldn't think of anything.
In the end, I took inspiration from another blog which combined 2 plant names.
Both herbs and hostas have featured in my previous gardens - but with dramatically different results.
Here's my herb border from my last garden in York:
However, when it comes to hostas, I have a 100% failure record. No hosta of mine has ever made it above 2 inches before being stripped bald and giving up the ghost. Maybe I'm just too kind to the slugs and snails. Or am I missing some important detail?
Unfortunately every article on plants for north facing gardens recommends hostas. And they do look great when other people grow them.
So one of my missions for the new garden is to successfully grow hostas - and of course, a beautiful, tasty herb garden.
Just subscribed! Looking forward to reading. Good luck with the gardening - we're halfway through remodelling our new garden - from 'low maintenance' to wildlife - friendly.
ReplyDeleteThanks Lizzie. I'm hoping to achieve something that's low maintenance but still good for wildlife. All tips gratefully received.
ReplyDeleteThere's some great ideas on your pinterest board! By 'low maintenance' I meant covered in gravel and concrete.
ReplyDeleteI think hardy perennials like herbs, and my new favourite the hellebore with its lovely winter flowers, are the best type of low maintenance.
I love hellebores too - definitely on my "want to have" list. Really glad I haven't got lots of concrete to deal with.
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