Garden Projects: The Short North Twin Garden
A gorgeous cedar twin garden on a short north patio.
BEFORE
AFTER
Our client came to us in September to troubleshoot a potted garden on her patio, struggling with pests, pollination, and maintenance. She wanted a gardening space that would feel as warm and inviting as her beautifully-curated home and wanted to grow a bounty of organic produce (especially lettuces!) since she enjoys cooking fresh, garden-inspired meals.
We designed a garden that featured two wide-trimmed, identical cedar raised beds on legs for an elevated look on this gorgeous patio. The design maximizes the space, allowing her to grow as much food as possible, while still offering symmetry and functionality. In the spring , a large arch trellis will be added between the beds for vining crops like tomatoes, cucumbers, and peas.
Just after installing the garden, we worked alongside her to plan radishes, kale, parsley, kohlrabi, cabbage, a tender lettuce mix, arugula, and an array of edible flowers to garnish salads.
We can’t wait to see all of the amazing meals she creates with her new bounty of fresh, organic produce!
Garden Projects: The DIY West Jefferson Garden
We love a good DIY Project! Our client came to us in March with tons of garden problems: the raised beds were falling apart, plants weren't producing because of a black walnut nearby, and the garden wasn't as aesthetically pleasing as the family wanted. They struggled with knowing what to plant, and when to plant it, and how to make the garden more apart of their routine.
The “After” Photo!
We love a good DIY Project!
Our client came to us in March with tons of garden problems: the raised beds were falling apart, plants weren't producing because of a black walnut nearby, and the garden wasn't as aesthetically pleasing as the family wanted. They struggled with knowing what to plant, and when to plant it, and how to make the garden more apart of their routine.
The consultation was a blast, and we dreamed up a beautiful garden design that would fit their family’s needs and help them grow plenty of food, too.
The “Before!”
The garden design featured tall cedar raised beds, brick-colored flagstone steppers to match their beautiful brick home, added clear pathways, and featured symmetry and beauty.
Landscape Drawing of The West Jefferson Project
The best part?
Our client built this garden himself.
Yup. Rather than have us do the full installation, we crafted a customized DIY-Garden Guide that gave clear instructions on how to build and assemble the brand-new garden and raised beds, where to source products like soil and gravel, and how to plant his garden for the summer.
If we didn’t design the garden and followed their progress every step of the way, we’d hardly believe it was the same space.
Next, they’ll be adding a large arch trellis in between the two largest beds for climbing crops like tomatoes and cucumbers to climb on and a deer fence to protect their bounty from critters!
We couldn’t be more proud!