Ideas for aromatic groundcovers that have high foot traffic tolerance and can be planted within the front lawn. MUST be sure the ground cover recovers after low mowing. Creeping Thyme is one of the top choices for a fragrant, walkable lawn alternative. It forms a dense, ground-hugging mat that withstands moderate foot traffic well and releases a heady herbal scent when trodden on. Varieties like 'Elfin' and 'Red Creeping Thyme' are known for their resilience. White Clover, often considered a "weed" in traditional lawns, is actually an excellent, aromatic, and durable addition that also improves soil health by fixing nitrogen. Roman Chamomile can handle foot traffic, which is even encouraged as the pressure helps the stems root and form a soft, fragrant carpet. It's a great option for an area you might lounge in. Corsican Mint has a very strong fragrance but prefers more moisture and can be less tolerant of extremely heavy, constant foot traffic compared to thyme. It is ideal for planting between stepping stones. Mazus (Mazus reptans) is another option that forms a tight mat of deep green foliage and can handle light to moderate foot traffic, thriving in sun or part shade. These pl...
6 ft. H x 3 ft. W Metal Planter Box with Trellis Black (from Home Depot & some come on wheels for pulling inside in winter) – Maybe to use as privacy screen on upper deck and to plant a cold-hardy clematis or a Hydrangea anomala subsp. petiolaris? More Info: https://extension.umd.edu/resource/vines-maryland-gardens/ And this cold-hardy Clematis grower’s page: https://www.hummingbirdfarm.net/?fbclid=IwY2xjawKCdhtleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFOSGtTT2kxQWVJbFRXY3kxAR6lhTgrXtUDBHAvqydpq5T8MZekCOmtqsbt9BWehV22dbYafNf1Hde1RYHbSg_aem_77aZnZ-GdPTaTFR9mHMwTQ
Convert the old swing set to a chair hammock swing set (measure to see if the set accommodates three swings) using hammock swivel hardware kits. I’ve added all items to my Amazon cart/list. And, maybe plant some climbing flowering vines (Clematis?) around the base of the swing set. The post with the idea is here: https://prettyhandygirl.com/grown-up-swing-set/
8 Stunning Native Plants That Are Hummingbird Magnets - from https://www.marthastewart.com/native-plants-to-attract-hummingbirds-11774944?tag=garden&hid=7841eade8eb5af4c8dd34409e7405f2d1dc10a07&did=18912141-20250816&utm_campaign=msl-martha-stewart-living_newsletter&utm_source=msl&utm_medium=email&utm_content=081625&utm_term=AM&lctg=7841eade8eb5af4c8dd34409e7405f2d1dc10a07&lr_input=ebd27f25671e332d537c791acf97ad253b31c92e42374d214ea034e5d6ba0e2e
Scandinabian garden color combination: mature tree, wooden fence, grass, light gravel and liight colored raised planters. https://edwardgeorgelondon.com/how-to-design-a-scandinavian-garden/
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