![]() ![]() Where structure plants can help provide a clear visual interest until about autumn, filler plants are typically only used for their flowers, foliage and color. The 70 percent rule and matrix plantingĪccording to Oudolf, perennials fall into two categories: filler and structure plants. By planting grasses in masses, you are able to create a soft, blurred background for the other plants present. Much like the glow of candlelight can set the mood and ambiance of a fine dining experience, Oudolf says grasses set the mood in a garden. It doesn’t have to symbolize something dead, forlorn and forgotten.Īnother popular method Oudolf implements is mixing flowering perennials and grasses to create hazy swaths throughout the landscape. This is where some of your customers may need a bit of convincing but take your time and try to get Oudolf’s point across to them: don’t fear the color brown in a landscape. ![]() ![]() As we said earlier, the lifecycle of plants isn’t meant to be forever, but don’t grab the pruning shears just yet. ![]()
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