Garden 1 – Viva Vegetables -1305 Southwest Logos Drive Lee's Summit MO 64081

This garden perfectly demonstrates that fruit trees, native plants, perennials, and annuals can co-exist beautifully in a compact, suburban space. Winding around the house and patio are colorful impatiens, heuchera, hosta, liriope, decorative containers, and flowering bushes. Behind the house are fruit trees and raised beds filled with cantaloupe, tomatoes, and peppers, framed by an expansive view of a farm field.

The garden owner opened the original tree line on the property to capitalize on the view while preserving the natural setting and habitat for the wildlife in the area. Butterfly milkweed and other natives were planted to provide additional food sources for the birds, bees, and butterflies, and for the added benefit of pollinating the vegetables and fruit. To keep wildlife from feasting on the fruit and vegetables in the beds, the garden owner uses windchimes, spinners and fabric.

Square foot gardening allows the garden owner to grow a variety of vegetables in a smaller space. Raised beds, paths, and pavers make planting and harvesting vegetables easier for gardeners of all ages. This garden owner’s desire to create a wondrous space for people and nature has created a bounty for all to enjoy.

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