Garden Plan – Tips on How to Plan a Harmonious Family Garden

Executive Summary by: Paul Curran

• Identify exactly what you want from your garden
  • Do you want to entertain a lot; barbecues etc?
  • Do you need somewhere for children to play?
  • Are you planning on having garden furniture?

garden plans

• Design your garden accordingly
  Remember there are no rules here. Most problems arise between children playing and adults wanting to garden or relax. Use the space inside for relaxing or eating.

• Take advantage of plants in containers

With some pre-thought you can plan a garden that will suit all members of your family and accommodate visitors when you are entertaining. Work, rest, and play-  all at the same time…. Honest!

5 Revealing Secrets On How to Plan a Backyard Garden That Will Be the Envy of Your Neighborhood

Executive Summary by: Steve Kent

• Garden Plan Secret 1

First start out with a good plan for your gardening project. How much sun and shade does your garden area have? You will need to prepare your soil type prior to planting.

• Garden Plan Secret 2

As you consider your plant selection, remember in sheltered areas with low sun exposure, shade type of plants will do better. For poorly drained areas you can plant swamp type plants.

• Garden Plan Secret 3

In order to have a healthy garden your soil should be slightly acidic but then some plants also require an alkaline soil for survival.

• Garden Plan Secret 4

Organizing and grouping your plants and flowers is an important decision in beautifying your garden.

• Garden Plan Secret 5

As you view the color combinations in your garden palette, pay particular attention to color and texture clashing.

Also, check out my other guide on garden fountain and landscape ideas