Woodland edge garden

Woodland garden designs attract and nurture wildlife, celebrate nature and can be lower maintenance than a more manicured, formal style of garden.

A stumpery is perfect for a shady slope or a difficult area around tree roots. Discover this Victorian garden trend that's making a comeback

Make the most of shady ground with our five key plants for a woodland border.

There are various ways to merge your garden with the forest backing it. Plants are the most versatile option for this. I think of the woodland edge planting as a painting's frame that emphasizes the forest and connects the wooded area with the garden. Read my tips for designing planting areas along the woodland edge in the blog.

Brighten up your yard with these perennial planting combinations for colorful flower garden ideas.

Transform your space with layered planting and leafy canopies

Learn all about woodland garden design from a professional garden designer. In this interview, we learn all about the best woodland garden plants, approaches to design, as well as the design process.

Woodland gardens aren't just for the woods. Even suburban plots in shaded areas near large trees can benefit from the idea.

Thoughtful plant partnerships and hardscaping make the most of tricky conditions. Learn how to design a deer-proof garden in dry shade.

Designing your own woodland garden can be a rewarding process! With careful planning and good species selection even small spaces can become enchanting woodland gardens. Here, I walk you through all the considerations of woodland garden design.