Naila Green Garden Design - A Traditional Herbaceous Border Design

Herbaceous borders either side of a hoggin path in July

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Deep borders either side of a 'hoggin' path

Above. Herbaceous borders work well on either side of a path, as the perspective effect gives a sense of depth. Lavender edging associates well, contains the profusion of flowers, and ensures some winter interest.

Bulbs such as Lillium regale add colour and scent

Bulbs, such as Lilium regale, here with Delphinium 'Piccollo', take up little room but can be relied on to add colour and scent

Welcome
English Roses, such as 'Ferdinand Pichard' flower all summer

Above. English Roses, such as Rosa 'Ferdinand Pichard', have the shape and scent of a true old-fashioned rose, but flower all summer. They are a great addition to the herbaceous border.Below. Looking back at the herbaceous border shows how repeating plant groups, and a restricted pallette of colours, creates balance and a sense of order.

 

Lokking back up one side of the herbaceous border