Border Plants
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Key Characteristics
- Organised in layers: back, middle, and front
- Combine structure plants with seasonal performers
- Include a mix of heights, textures, and forms
- Balance repetition with variety for rhythm and interest
- Plan for succession of interest through the seasons
Design Tips
Start with structural plants—the anchors that work year-round. Add mid-height fillers that weave through the border, then edge with low, neat plants. Repeat key plants to create rhythm. Leave room for self-seeders and spontaneity—the best borders have a life of their own.