Implementing a Well-Executed Garden Plan

Being passionate about gardening means that one needs to implement a garden plan to achieve a relaxing, satisfying and peaceful refuge.

A garden that serves its purpose is a product of a well-executed plan. And once your garden brings happiness, joy and solitude to you, then you can say that your garden had fulfilled its purpose and this is the most satisfying part of all – when you see the first bud opening, tasting luscious and fresh vegetables and fruits out from your garden. But these does not happen overnight as it needs an elaborate plan for your garden to bloom so let’s start your gardening adventure here, right now!

Consider your needs

The planning part is actually the stage where the gardener is considering all possible options. This is the perfect time to ask what you really need in your gardening venture. Talk a walk around your yard and assign specific location where you want your beds to be placed and the ideal spot for your paths.

Actually there is no cardinal rules when it comes to garden planning. You can rearrange your flower beds, paths, compost bin and garden shed until it you finally perfect it. The level of experience has nothing to do with the success of your garden plan as a novice and seasoned gardener must start anew. Do not afraid to break a rule as this will give you a valuable lesson until you perfect it next time around, so go redecorate, plan and execute your garden.

Isn't that wooden shed charming?

Ask possible questions

Choosing a particular theme or design will lead you to ask yourself what you are trying to achieve or create. Do you your garden to enhance and complement your currency home architecture? Do you want a country-side vibe or contemporary one? Do not forget to incorporate gardening basics or the housekeeping part of the garden which consists of hoses and where will they be placed, compost bins, gardensheds etc. 

Let be your garden the extension of your family and include summerhouse, trampolines and tractor toys for the young at heart family members. You might need a playhouse for your kids and some garden furniture. Incorporating such additions may require the service of a landscape designer and raise your issue regarding maintenance to the designer. Remember that the garden can be the extension of the living room where you and family can bond and it is crucial that the design and components inside your garden will lasts after a considerable use.

Lovely summer house!

Consider your garden’s purpose

Whether you are redesigning, updating or simply just starting a new garden, do not forget to consider who will use the yard. Which part of the yard that has the most traffic, it is the front or back side? Detecting this will help you a lot what appropriate gardening equipment will be placed in a particular spot.

You cannot place your compost bin for sure in a spot just a few feet from your kitchen backdoor. How do you foresee the visitor’s coming? Do they need to access your garden path before reaching your home or vice versa? This is crucial for your paths and gate placement. Questions likes this seems so mundane but they do significantly will affect to the overall design and look of your garden and we do not want to miss a single thing before you or the landscape designer had already his plan without consulting these considerations first.