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shrub, in small groups (three, fi ve or seven), tend to be less<br />
formal and feel more relaxed. in contrast, even numbers<br />
of a shrub, laid out symmetrically, will add formality, as<br />
will rows or edgings of dwarf shrubs.<br />
Interpreting your personal style<br />
if an informal, colorful cottage garden-style appeals<br />
to you, think carefully about viewing distances. some<br />
cottage gardens contain only one of each plant. This can<br />
seem chaotic and often has less visual impact from a distance<br />
but when viewed at close range (a nearby bench or<br />
path) can be fascinating.<br />
For a larger cottage-style bed that draws attention from<br />
a distance, place odd numbers of the same dwarf shrubs<br />
in casual groups (three of one shrub here, fi ve of another<br />
shrub there) throughout the bed. Then add a single multitrunked<br />
contrasting shrub as a focal point.<br />
For a more formal, organized or traditional look, a low<br />
hedgerow of tiny evergreen shrubs edging the front of the<br />
border might tie things together nicely, and a row of larger<br />
(but still dwarf) evergreen shrubs at the back could provide<br />
a nice backdrop for annuals and perennials. if you<br />
want these hedges formally trimmed, you’ll need to do<br />
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shrubs<br />
CouRTesy oF eLAinA KyRouz<br />
Coleonema ‘Sunset Gold’ and Polygala ‘Petite Butterfl ies’<br />
pair well in the border space at a local nursery.
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