Garden Planning

Tired of losing your favorite plants to deer? Here's a collection of beautiful, proven performers that Bambi tends to skip... Most gardeners fighting deer damage make the mistake of focusing only on what deer won't eat. But the secret to a truly beautiful deer-resistant garden is choosing plants that look great together while naturally keeping deer away. These selections combine fragrant herbs, fuzzy leaves, and protective compounds to create gorgeous gardens that deer avoid. The best part? These plants aren't just deer-resistant - they're garden workhorses. Lavender and salvias bloom for months, peonies last for decades, and evergreens like boxwood and juniper provide year-round structure. Plant them in generous groups, using thorny varieties like barberry to protect more vulnerable plants. Remember: While no plant is 100% deer-proof, these tough performers give you the best chance at a beautiful, low-stress garden. Save this guide for spring planning! #gardendesign #gardening #gardeninspiration #gardenplanning #deerresistant #landscaping #lowmaintenancegarden

Hot pink meets wild cottage planting. A masterclass in mixing colors without chaos by @patthana_garden... Most gardeners are afraid to mix bold colors. We worry it will look messy or clash. But these examples show us how to be brave with color. Red, orange, and hot pink create a garden that feels exciting but still put together. The secret is in how the colors are arranged. Instead of single plants, we see big sweeping groups of each color. This allows each color to hold its own while complementing its neighbors. The pink chair isn’t just lucky placement either. It ties together all those pink flowers and gives your eye a place to rest among the flowing plants. Plant Spotlight: Monarda (rich red spikes that grab attention) Crocosmia (bright orange flowers that light up the garden) Foxgloves (tall pink spires that add height) Verbena (purple stems that float above it all) Photo: @patthana_garden #gardendesign #gardening #gardeninspiration #gardenplanning #cottagegarden #naturalisticplanting #perennialgarden

Looking for a plant that thrives on neglect? Lavender might be your perfect match! This Mediterranean beauty brings months of purple blooms, heavenly fragrance, and drought-tolerance to any sunny spot. It’s perfect for gardeners who want big impact without constant watering. And the pollinators absolutely love it! The best part? Those silver-gray leaves keep your garden interesting all year, even in winter. Pro tip: Think Mediterranean - sunny spot, lean soil, and don’t love it to death with too much water. Have you grown lavender before? Share your favorite tips and tricks in the comments! #gardenplanning #gardening #lavender #droughttolerant #lowmaintenanceplants #gardeningtips

A cottage garden that stops you mid-scroll... Swipe to study every angle of this garden masterclass by @lucy.from.the.forest. From climbing roses in both pink and deep red against those duck-egg blue shutters, to the thoughtful mix of textures at every level. What makes this garden sing: The perfect high-low mix: climbing roses, foxgloves, and delphiniums for height That dreamy color palette: pink climbing roses, red ramblers, purple salvia, and soft blue delphiniums Year-round structure: boxwood spheres and well-placed evergreens Smart container placement: glazed blue pots and window boxes add extra layers Those transitional spaces where plants spill onto pathways, softening hard edges This is cottage garden design at its finest - where every view frames a perfect moment. Notice how the lawn edges are kept neat, creating a calm contrast to the abundant borders. The mix of permanent plantings and self-seeders creates that coveted ‘planted by nature’ look. Save this for spring planning inspiration. A garden like this reveals its secrets in layers - from the foundational evergreens to the seasonal performers. 📸: @lucy.from.the.forest #gardenplanning #flowergarden #gardenideas #gardeninspo #gardendesign #cottagegarden

December Garden To-Dos: Consider this your permission slip to putter around the garden when you need a break from holiday chaos 🌿 While everyone else is decking the halls, smart gardeners are mulching their perennials and dreaming up next year’s garden plans. (Plus, organizing the garden shed is a perfectly valid excuse to escape any holiday stress, just saying 😉) Here’s your cozy winter garden checklist: Outside tasks: Tuck perennials in with extra mulch Move tender potted plants to shelter Check on trees after snow Rake those last stubborn leaves into compost Inside projects: Start amaryllis & paperwhites for winter blooms Order seeds while sipping hot cocoa Sketch out spring garden dreams Clean those garden tools (finally!) Don’t forget: Protect irrigation systems before deep freeze Clear gutters (one last time!) Cover tender plants from frost Save this handy guide for later so you don’t lose it in the feed! What’s first on your December garden list? Drop a ❄️ if you’re joining me in some winter garden prep! #garden #gardentodos #gardenplanning #gardendesign #winterinthegarden

Stay sane this winter garden friends! Remember, garden planning season is just as important as growing season. And your plants are tougher than you think! (Although that won’t stop us from obsessively checking the frost forecast) #GardenLife #GardenHumor #PlantPeople #GardenPlanning

In April, rosannacastrinigardens’s garden becomes a canvas of colors 😍 . . . #gardenplanning #garden #colorfulgarden #gardenideas #gardeninspo #gardendesign

Who’s missing their June garden?? Beautiful perennial sage, catnip, and California poppies in full bloom from June in the incredible garden of @havenpaatranemosevej . . . [📸: @havenpaatranemosevej] #gardenplanning #garden #cottagegarden #flowergarden #sage #catnip #californiapoppies

Step into the breathtaking garden of @den_naturlige_have! 🌸 What is your favorite element of this beautiful garden? . . #gardenplanning #gardenvibes #mygarden #gardenideas #gardeninspo #gardendesign

What would you do different? 📸: @stefano.marinaz #garden #gardening #gardendesign #gardenplanning #gardeninspiration

Embrace the Water Garden Vibe! 🌸 Check out the dreamy white blooms of Camassia leichtlinii ‘Alba’ paired with the soft pink beauty of Allium unifolium. Perfectly at home in wet meadows and streamside spots, these blooms bring a splash of elegance to any water garden! . . . [stunning garden by @water_meadow_gardening] #gardenplanning #watergarden #mygarden #gardenideas #gardeninspo #gardendesign #watergardenvibes

No words for this one 😍 @1995le_jardin_secret is a magician #Garden #rosegarden #rose #gardensofinstagram #gardenplanning #gardeninspiration