This garden design illustrates the layering effect that brings native plants together in a natural setting.
| Designing the New American Garden . . . | ||
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This garden design illustrates the layering effect that brings native plants together in a natural setting. |
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"Ornamental grasses have found a place in many home gardens, partly as a result of the ‘New American Garden’ movement in the 1980s. Their attraction lies in form and pattern, and when allowed the space to show off their almost sculptural habits of growth, they are superb performers." | The extensive list of perennials reflects the native American setting. |
| There are many elements from other design styles. The cottage garden concept is noticeable but the New American Garden design is bolder and less controlled. |
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