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from Fine Gardening March/April 2006 (#108)
15 Things to Think About When Designing a Garden
Practical tips for creating enjoyable, livable gardens
by Andrew Schulman

Landscape architect Andrew Schulman has always thought that the best gardens are those that make people happy and comfortable. Sure, great gardens look good, but they're also relaxing, easy to move through, and not too hard to maintain. In this foldout, Schulman shares 15 practical tips that he uses to create enjoyable, livable gardens. He focuses on principles related to hardscapes, plants, and logistics that make spaces easy to navigate and suitable for their intended functions.

Photo left: Steve Aitken; photos center and right: Jennifer Benner

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From Fine Gardening #108, p. 38a (foldout)
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