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Shade Gardens

Shady hillside gardenSHADY BANK
Rhododendrons, ferns, evergreens and wildflowers thrive in this cool environment.  A thick layer of woodchips was spread on this once-sandy bank before planting.  It quickly decomposed to create a sheet of compost that suppressed weeds and enriched the soil, encouraging a rich variety of plants to thickly clothe the bank.
 
Woodland PhloxSHADY BOULDER GARDEN
Rock gardens in the shade can harbor wildflowers, hosta and a grand array of tiny ferns and trailing groundcovers.  Large boulders create shelter for moisture-loving rarities that create an unusual garden atmosphere.
 
Spring WoodlandSPRING GARDEN IN THE WOODS
Before the trees leaf out, a glorious spread of bulbs and wildflowers make an enchanted forest scene.
 
Mixed Shrub BorderNATURAL PRIVACY SCREEN
Tired of looking at the neighbor's garage? A mixed border of flowering trees, shrubs and evergreens makes a rich tapestry of changing seasonal interest that also provides food and cover for wildlife.
 
Flowering Trees and ShrubsHAVE A GARDEN WITHOUT GARDENING
Colorful flowering trees and shrubs surround you in beauty and draw your eyes upward, expanding your garden into the sky. Low maintenance is easy with a deep, woodchip mulch. If you love nature, but don’t have time to “fuss”, we can create this kind of sanctuary for you.
 
Birch GroveBIRCH GROVE FOR QUICK SHADE
No shade? Plant a birch grove, underplant with Azaleas and Daffodils and cover with a thick layer of wood-chip mulch for a carefree woodland scene that will bring the blessings of welcome shade to a sun-parched landscape.