Why Pro Gardeners Never Start with Flowers

Creating Strong Garden Structure - Garden Design Tips
The Importance of Hardscaping and Trees & Shrubs

In this video, I’ll show you how to build a garden that looks beautiful all year round by focusing on the bones of your garden — hardscaping, trees, and shrubs. While flowers add color and charm, it's the strong structure created by hardscaping features and evergreen trees & shrubs that provide lasting beauty through every season. I’ll share tips and examples to help you design a garden that stands out and stays visually appealing year-round, even in the winter months.

Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a beginner, understanding the importance of these foundational elements will help you create a balanced, sustainable, and low-maintenance garden.

At Garden Moxie, I want to inspire Midwest gardeners to transform their everyday yards into charming retreats. By sharing practical tips, regional insights, and historical garden wisdom, I help you create a garden to enjoy all year long.

My garden is located in SE Michigan USA (Zone 6a). I believe that gardens are more than just pretty flowers. Gardens help us escape the stress and pressure of daily life. Building a beautiful home and garden matters. It’s important work.

If you are interested in learning more about Iford Manor, here is a link to the website:
https://www.ifordmanor.co.uk/

The books referenced in today's video are:
Russel Page - 'The Education of a Gardener'
Rosemary Verey - 'Rosemary Verey's Making of a Garden'

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