Peachy the Magazine April May 2014 | Page 88

Welcome, Spring! by word of mouth. Regardless of your choice, be patient as you start the planning process. Make a list of what you need and what you want in your garden. When you see a garden you love, stop and ask who designed it. Then consider: What do I want in the overall structure and feel of the garden? What type of garden fits my style? What type of plants fit my Before 86 PEACHY After needs? What plants am I drawn to? Be sure to address the surrounding elements: Do I need a space for entertaining? Do I want privacy or an area where the kids can play? How much maintenance am I willing to take on? To see the importance of planning, we have pulled together a variety of before and after photographs that depict transformative qualities.