@GardenerSuze thank you, that is reassuring. Thankyou for highlighting pruning requirements too. I will make a note on my calendar about when to prune. Some plants almost require it and others don't always and that is something I am still learning about - I may seek further advice when the time potentially arrives!
Those other hypericums sound interesting, thankyou. I hope there will be some sun soon, as the rain and dullness has been dominating for a while. I think most of my plants should be attractive to pollinators, so I am looking forward to seeing more pollinating insects visiting this year. Then, as soon as I can view the garden in sunshine, I will check all angles to make the most of the sun's rays falling on each area ( it passes above and below various tall plants in mine and neighbouring gardens) and this is the part that has to be checked almost every 20 minutes in order to maximise the time each area receives the direct sun.
Another thing that is unpredictable is the growth rate ( height but even more so, the spread) of plants over time. I suppose that is what can make gardening a nice or not surprise later on!
Thanks for your thoughts on herbaceous plants and planting in sets of 3 or 5. Yes, this is something I have not done, but it could give more cohesion. There may well be some spaces at the front of this area I am currently planting,band maybe between the current planting so I will make a note about for later. Spring seems to have sprung at last!
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@clematisdorset Iv'e been out in the garden today enjoying the sun. Making notes of when to prune and feed is always helpful. I have a notebook that goes with me everywhere when visiting gardens. I also use the calendar.
Spatial awareness in a garden can be difficult. Growth rates vary. I went to a charity talk by Cleve West. He planted grasses around a water feature in a French Garden. The idea was they should reach a certain height so that the feature [which I think was on a drive] could still be seen. He visited at a later date to find that the grasses were a foot taller than they would normally grow and the feature was hidden.
If you do decide to go with some 3's and 5's you can also add just 1 of the same plant further along. You can also create a ribbon front to back. Some height at the front from open loose growing perennials also adds interest Shouldn't be an expensive investment with some forward planning as perennials can be lifted and split. Suze
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@GardenerSuze, sun at last, that is good! Same here! Oh no re Cleve West's water garden with grasses! I can just imagine! I suppose cutting grass would ruin it, depending on type and time of year.... The only grasses I have are bamboos, for screening purposes and for the lovely sound in the breeze. Plus birds enjoy the extra cover. I do love gardens with grasses, can be so elegant. I like your ribbon idea with perennial planting, it could add a gently meandering feel to things.
I have planted the viburnum and hypericum and kept the loropatelum in its designated place in a temporary pot, so the planting is in progress...here, viburnum and hypericum next to the potted camellias and other pre-existing plants.
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@GardenerSuze thanks, it has been nice, I agree. It feels a relief to have got started and it looks better as the pots start to diminish. Birds singing etc, all a tonic.
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Those other hypericums sound interesting, thankyou. I hope there will be some sun soon, as the rain and dullness has been dominating for a while. I think most of my plants should be attractive to pollinators, so I am looking forward to seeing more pollinating insects visiting this year. Then, as soon as I can view the garden in sunshine, I will check all angles to make the most of the sun's rays falling on each area ( it passes above and below various tall plants in mine and neighbouring gardens) and this is the part that has to be checked almost every 20 minutes in order to maximise the time each area receives the direct sun.
Another thing that is unpredictable is the growth rate ( height but even more so, the spread) of plants over time. I suppose that is what can make gardening a nice or not surprise later on!
Thanks for your thoughts on herbaceous plants and planting in sets of 3 or 5. Yes, this is something I have not done, but it could give more cohesion. There may well be some spaces at the front of this area I am currently planting,band maybe between the current planting so I will make a note about for later. Spring seems to have sprung at last!
Spatial awareness in a garden can be difficult. Growth rates vary.
I went to a charity talk by Cleve West. He planted grasses around a water feature in a French Garden. The idea was they should reach a certain height so that the feature [which I think was on a drive] could still be seen. He visited at a later date to find that the grasses were a foot taller than they would normally grow and the feature was hidden.
If you do decide to go with some 3's and 5's you can also add just 1 of the same plant further along. You can also create a ribbon front to back. Some height at the front from open loose growing perennials also adds interest Shouldn't be an expensive investment with some forward planning as perennials can be lifted and split. Suze
Oh no re Cleve West's water garden with grasses! I can just imagine! I suppose cutting grass would ruin it, depending on type and time of year.... The only grasses I have are bamboos, for screening purposes and for the lovely sound in the breeze. Plus birds enjoy the extra cover. I do love gardens with grasses, can be so elegant.
I like your ribbon idea with perennial planting, it could add a gently meandering feel to things.
I have planted the viburnum and hypericum and kept the loropatelum in its designated place in a temporary pot, so the planting is in progress...here, viburnum and hypericum next to the potted camellias and other pre-existing plants.