A previous customer of Garden Design Maine's reached out when they moved to a new property, and asked if a small garden could be planted around an oak tree in the middle of their backyard. 

The yard faced Sebago Lake, with gorgeous water views, but had little in the way of flowers. While the owners acclimated to their new property and decided what they wanted to do long-term, they asked for a quick & easy way to add a pop of color before the summer holidays.

Garden Design Maine came up with a simple design for a part-sun location, with a combination of long blooming flowers and brightly foliaged perennials.

Chosen Design

• Flowering-favorites catmint and geranium were planted for long bloom times, and joined by spring-blooming favorite bleeding heart.

• Two varieties of heucherella were planted alongside astilbe, completing the circle garden.

• Black mulch - a favorite of the customer's - finished things off.