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Landscaping can seem like such an intimidating endeavor that many gardeners hand over the reins to professionals. Or just plop down plants, shrubs and trees, hoping for the best.

Waikato people love dining al fresco in their backyard, but outdoor space is shrinking.

A survey commissioned by Mitre 10 asked more than 1500 New Zealanders their opinions on the size of backyards and what they were doing to make the most of them.

In The Urban Gardener (Mitchell Beazley, 2014), garden designer and lecturer Matt James provides an approachable, practical guide to making the most of an urban garden, including 15 step-by-step projects. The following excerpt from the section, “Planting the Urban Garden,” lists ideal plants for every wall, keeping in mind the orientation of the wall and the climate. 

 

The Landscaping Services market in the US to grow at a CAGR of 7.08 percent over the period 2013-2018.

Years ago I met Joni Hartzler at the Florida State Fairgrounds where we both were asked to judge horticultural booths before the fair started. Twice since then, she and her husband Gary Krotz have come to my open garden.