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Gardening with<br />
Shannon<br />
Our Franklin area is green and beautiful, especially after all<br />
this rain we have had. The air is <strong>co</strong>oler and those s<strong>co</strong>rching hot<br />
days are behind us. There is no need to worry about those daily<br />
waterings anymore. So, yes that’s right, it must be planting time.<br />
At the moment we are enjoying the past generations, foresight<br />
and their strong interest in gardens and recreational areas. We all<br />
have a responsibility here; we must be doing our part planning,<br />
preparing and planting for our future.<br />
Just imagine how our everyday living would be like without the<br />
lush greenery of trees and plantings, not a nice thought is it?<br />
So yes, it is time to get out the spade and head for the garden.<br />
But first I re<strong>co</strong>mmend some foresight and planning. What are<br />
the trees or shrubs being planted for? Is it screening for privacy?<br />
Future shade trees? Architectural style? Flowers? Or fruit?<br />
There is a big list but here are a few of the main <strong>co</strong>nsiderations<br />
when planting:<br />
- how big will the plants grow?<br />
- should it be evergreen so there’s no big dropping of leaves? Or<br />
should the plant (tree) be deciduous so there’s no blocking of the<br />
winter sun?<br />
- what plants look great together? (remember foliage <strong>co</strong>lours and<br />
textures)<br />
- what <strong>co</strong>nditions does the plant like? (wet, dry, <strong>co</strong>ld or hot)<br />
Yes, it all starts with planning. A design will often save you<br />
dollars over time because your have a plan in front of you to work<br />
towards or get a price from. Different stages of the garden can be<br />
worked on at a time and when the entire garden is finished it all<br />
ties in together and you’ll be delighted with the out<strong>co</strong>me.<br />
When a designer looks at your property they should listen to your<br />
likes and dislikes, and also what the garden or outdoor living area<br />
will be used for.<br />
Now it is autumn it is a good time to get started on planting and<br />
sowing lawns. The soil temperatures are still warm and there<br />
is plenty of moisture that helps to establish tree and shrub root<br />
systems, hence the rapid plant growth seen.<br />
So, yes if you want to help keep Franklin Green now’s the time<br />
for planting.<br />
Happy Planning and Planting till next time!<br />
Shannon Chisnall<br />
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