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- The Planning Phase
What questions you should ask yourself before you design a garden. - Design Tips
Learn the 5 basic components of landscape design. - Plant Choices & Garden Plans
Our five Top Choice plants for each category, Large shrubs, perennials, shade plants, border plants and container annuals. Plus 2 predesigned garden plans to start you off. - Garden and Soil Preparation
Learn simple methods of weed removal to prepare your garden beds and how to get great soil. - Installation and Maintenance
You have one chance to plant your plants, learn how to do it right, and how to get them through their first year.
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