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006 | The 4-season garden (so it never feels “empty”)
From the Garden: Even though we still have snow, my mind keeps wandering to spring. Just a little while ago, I heard the first little birds in our garden… and it honestly surprised me how much that changes the mood. The light is different now, too, not warmer exactly, but more present. Like the ...
Feb 28, 2026 garden design thinking garden structure observation & noticing seasonal garden thinking the garden blueprint winter garden working with local conditions
005 | Designing With Your Site, Not Against It
From the Garden: Listening Before the Season Begins Right now, many of our gardens are still resting under snow. The ground is frozen, the beds are quiet, and for most of us, even seed sowing feels a little too early. And honestly? That’s perfectly fine. This part of the season isn’t about doing...
by Sari Lampinen MSGLD — Feb 04, 2026 confident plant choices garden confidence garden design thinking seasonal garden thinking site-led design the garden blueprint understanding your site
004 | Winter Magic: Designing Gardens for All Seasons
  From the Garden: Window Views and Winter Charm As the holiday season unfolds, I’ve been reminded of how much our gardens still have to offer, even in the quiet hush of winter. Though the days are shorter and we spend more time indoors, our connection to the garden doesn’t disappear—it simply c...
by Sari Lampinen MSGD — Nov 30, 2024 winter
003 | Fall into Winter: Perennials for Design and Wildlife
From the Garden: Embracing the Beauty of the November Garden As November rolls in and the first frost settles on the garden, I’m reminded of a perennial debate among gardeners: to cut back or not to cut back the flowering perennials for winter? Some prefer the clean, tidy look of neatly trimmed ...
by Sari Lampinen MSGD — Oct 26, 2024 fall perennials wildlife
002 | Autumn Glow: Cozy Gardens and Colorful Foliage
From the Garden As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, October brings a special kind of beauty to the garden. Have you noticed how the foliage glows with rich reds, oranges, and yellows, creating a stunning tapestry of color? It’s the perfect time to celebrate the end of the growing s...
by Sari Lampinen MSGD — Sep 28, 2024 fall fall colors garden pavilion spring-bulbs
001 | Timeless Fall Flower Beds and Shopping for Spring Bulbs
From the Garden: September's Seasonal Charm Are you someone who embraces the magic of fall? The kind of person who feels energized by the crisp air, ready to dive into new adventures with sharpened pencils in hand? For many, fall is synonymous with back-to-school season, a time of fresh beginnin...
by Sari Lampinen MSGD — Aug 31, 2024 fall flower bed ornamental grasses spring bulbs

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