Never heard of a Moon Garden, don’t worry you are not alone.
Moon Gardens are spaces that are designed to be enjoyed in the evening hours. These spaces are growing in popularity especially with the busy work schedules we all maintain. They are the perfect place to go on an evening stroll, a place for quiet meditation or to enjoy an after work cocktail.
Moon Gardens consist of mainly silver foliage and white flowering plants. Fragrance is also incredibly important when choosing plants. There are also many types of plants that only bloom in the evening hours. Some appropriate plants include:
- Artemisia
- Lamb’s Ear
- Oriental Lilies ‘Casa Blanca’
- Hydrangea ‘Annabelle’
- Echinacea ‘White Swan’
- Lily of the Valley
- Hyacinth ‘Carnegie’
- Clematis ‘Sweet Autumn’
- Magnolia ‘Royal Star’
- Anemone sylvestris
Other aspects of Moon Garden design that should be considered are the addition of sitting areas or water features. These are both welcome elements in Moon Gardens as they can provide a relaxing environment through the use of comfortable seating, the sound of running water and the reflection of moonlight through the use of reflection pools or fountains.
There is nothing like spending a beautiful Vermont summer evening out in your yard. By adding a few of these Moon Garden elements into your landscape, you can extend the use of your garden well into the evening.
