6 Secrets for Stress-free Gardening

Lay A Strong Foundation

Structure makes a garden function, work well, and feel comfortable. This fall, as your garden begins to die back, rethink your foundation plants and hardscaping. Incorporating strong stone walls for practical reasons, Laura Dean's little stucco cottage is tucked into the flattest part of her sloping acre. It requires retaining walls to stave off flooding. These walls, along with steps, a patio, and gravel paths, became the "bones" of her garden.