Let these mistakes and successes guide your own front yard garden dreams.
Heres what I learned along the way to ensure a successful and harmonious garden with lots of curb appeal.
Thats one reason I converted just a portion of my front lawn into a garden.
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I figured I could always expand on it later if needed.
As it turned out, it provided plenty of space for everything I wanted to plant without becoming overwhelming.
Beware of Bullies
Not all sale items are a good buy.
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This is what truly brings out the pollinators (and compliments!).
The only drawback was that it makes planting a bit more tedious until the cardboard disintegrates.
After that, I spreadlawn clippingsalong the edges to keep the turf from creeping into the bed.
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In addition to being useful, thestepping stonesoffer a psychological welcome to the garden.
Edit When Necessary
I like to pack in plants to cut down on weeds.
Let Nature Do the Work
The garden is surprisingly low maintenance.
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Keep It Colorful and Tidy
My front yard garden has been a hit.
Neighbors and visitors alike have commented on the beauty.
There are a few reasons its been well accepted.
Two, I used a range of species, sizes, and shapes that peak in different seasons.
Three, I included plenty of perennial flowers androses for color.
And four, I keep the garden weeded,flowers deadheaded, and shrubs trimmed before they become overgrown.
