How to Design a Garden From Scratch

Key Takeaways Define your garden’s purpose, style, and priorities, considering budget, time, and how you’ll use the space. Assess site conditions: sun patterns, wind, drainage, microclimates, and soil texture, nutrients, compaction, and organic matter. Measure and map the yard to scale, marking existing features, utilities, setbacks, and planned zones for paths, beds, seating, and storage. […]