There are three design elements to consider when creating a planting design: form, texture and color. Each plant you choose encompasses these characteristics in different ways. Though you should consider all of these it is important to know that form is the most consistent, then texture and fina...

When I wrote my post on rain gardens, I thought it would be fun to use my theme garden design process to add a little more punch to this type of landscape.  I've been thinking about using Wellington rain boots as a theme for awhile and this was the perfect opportunity. I followed my theme gard...

Spatial Design vs. Planting Design: Why the Difference Matters When you approach garden design, it’s easy to jump straight to the plants—after all, they’re the colorful, living stars of the show. But starting there can leave you with awkward, leftover spaces that don’t really work. Here’s a min...

Planting design is a science and an art. The science takes into consideration what your plants need to thrive, while the art is about composition. The latter is challenging for most and often hinders many to experiment in the garden initially. The good news is that there are some planting design...