Garden Design Overview
Garden Title: Lemon Drops Along the Picket Fence
Size: Designed for a 20×10 foot border
Location: Adjacent to a charming white picket fence, creating a delightful backdrop for the blooming plants.
Key Features
- An inviting border filled with vibrant colors of yellows and whites contrasting against the white picket fence.
- A soft and harmonious planting layout that brings the garden to life while maintaining an organized appearance.
- Low-maintenance bulbs ensuring a joyful spring display.
Plant Selection
1. Narcissus ‘Dutch Lemon Drops’
- Quantity: 6 bulbs
- Location: Planted closer to the fence, serving as a cheerful beginning to the border.
- Hardy Zone: 3-9
- Season: Early spring
- Characteristics: Bright yellow flowers that herald the arrival of spring, enhancing the garden’s cheerfulness.
2. Fritillaria persica ‘Ivory Bells’
- Quantity: 4 bulbs
- Location: Strategically placed among the tulips for contrast and an elegant touch.
- Hardy Zone: 5-9
- Season: Late spring
- Characteristics: Delicate ivory drooping flowers that provide texture and sophistication alongside vibrant blooms.
3. Tulipa ‘West Point’
- Quantity: 4 bulbs
- Location: Positioned towards the front of the border, creating an inviting and bright focal area.
- Hardy Zone: 3-8
- Season: Spring
- Characteristics: Lily-flowered with vibrant yellow hues, perfect for welcoming visitors.
4. Tulipa ‘Verona’
- Quantity: 3 bulbs
- Location: Grouped in the middle section of the border to harmonize with nearby blooms.
- Hardy Zone: 3-7
- Season: Spring
- Characteristics: Soft yellow blooms that add warmth and beauty to the garden edge.
5. Tulipa ‘City of Vancouver’
- Quantity: 4 bulbs
- Location: Dispersed along the border to create emphasis with lively yellow flowers.
- Hardy Zone: 3-7
- Season: Spring
- Characteristics: Bright and cheerful blooms, providing a joyful entry to the garden.
6. Tulipa ‘Flaming Coquette’
- Quantity: 3 bulbs
- Location: Near the center of the border for a pop of vibrant color.
- Hardy Zone: 3-7
- Season: Spring
- Characteristics: Fringed pink and white blooms that introduce an artistic flair.
7. Tulipa ‘Françoise’
- Quantity: 3 bulbs
- Location: Planted interspersed amongst other tulips for balance and elegance.
- Hardy Zone: 3-7
- Season: Spring
- Characteristics: Creamy yellow blooms that whisper sophistication amidst brighter colors.
8. Tulipa ‘Ivory Floradale’
- Quantity: 3 bulbs
- Location: Placed near the edges of the border for a subtle touch of elegance.
- Hardy Zone: 3-8
- Season: Spring
- Characteristics: Soft ivory blooms that lighten the overall palette, harmonizing with the whites of the fence.
9. Tulipa ‘Maja’
- Quantity: 3 bulbs
- Location: Scattered throughout to add dynamic color bursts.
- Hardy Zone: 3-7
- Season: Spring
- Characteristics: Darker yellow flowers that provide contrast and visual interest.
Additional Features
Support Elements:
- White Picket Fence: The backdrop features a neatly maintained white picket fence that enhances the charm and color of the blooms.
- Pathway: A simple stone or gravel pathway can be added in front of the fence to create easy access and enhance the visual structure of the garden.
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Garden Tools and Essentials
- Bulb Planter: $15
- Pruning Shears: $25
- Trowel: $10
- Watering Can: $15
- Garden Gloves: $10
- Mulch: $50
- Organic Compost: $15
- Potting Soil (bag): $10
- Fertilizer (bulb-specific): $10
Maintenance Tips
- Watering: Ensure consistent moisture, especially after planting, to support bulb growth.
- Deadheading: Regularly remove spent blooms to encourage new growth.
- Fertilizing: Apply a bulb-specific fertilizer during planting and again at the onset of spring.
- Mulching: Add a 2-3 inch layer around the bulbs to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
- Weeding: Keep the border clear of weeds to maximize the growth potential of your flowers.
Estimated Budget
- Plants:
– Narcissus ‘Dutch Lemon Drops’ (6): $10 each, Total: $60
– Fritillaria persica ‘Ivory Bells’ (4): $12 each, Total: $48
– Tulipa ‘West Point’ (4): $8 each, Total: $32
– Tulipa ‘Verona’ (3): $8 each, Total: $24
– Tulipa ‘City of Vancouver’ (4): $8 each, Total: $32
– Tulipa ‘Flaming Coquette’ (3): $12 each, Total: $36
– Tulipa ‘Françoise’ (3): $10 each, Total: $30
– Tulipa ‘Ivory Floradale’ (3): $10 each, Total: $30
– Tulipa ‘Maja’ (3): $10 each, Total: $30
- Pathway and Additional Features:
– Stone or Gravel Pathway: $100
– Mulch: $50
– Soil: $50
– Tools: $100 (bulb planter, trowel, gloves, etc.)
Total Estimated Budget: Approximately $791 (for a 20×10 foot garden; can vary based on specific needs).
Visualization of the Garden
Imagine a delightful border flourishing with abundant yellow blooms, all set against the pristine backdrop of a white picket fence. The cheerful Narcissus and elegant Fritillaria sway gently in the breeze, while vibrant tulips create a stunning carpet of colors that welcome visitors to this charming garden space. The pathway invites you to stroll along, inhaling the fragrant spring air as you admire the idyllic beauty.
Tag Summary
1. Design Title: Lemon Drops Along the Picket Fence
2. Type/Category: Flower Border Garden
3. Season: Spring
4. Estimated Budget: Approximately $791
5. Sunlight Requirements: Full Sun
6. Size: 20×10 feet
7. Plant Characteristics: Bulbs, Perennials
8. Special Features: Border Design, White Picket Fence
9. Purpose: Aesthetic Appeal, Welcoming Atmosphere
10. Aesthetic Style: Charming Garden
This garden reimagines the joy of spring with “Lemon Drops” elegantly framing a beautiful picket fence, inviting all to enjoy its vibrant colors and delightful presence.
