Watch My Herb Plot Grow, Part One


My garden is a mixture of vegetables, herbs and flowers. It is without a strict design, open to all possibilities. It contains a number of plots surrounded by grass paths. Recently I have freed up one plot that used to be filled with asparagus. In order to save space, I was able to move the asparagus and incorporate it into one plot instead of two. This presented the possibility of making a second herb plot, which I have decided to do.

Plot Description:
This plot is an approximate 9" square with one rounded corner. I have placed a brick-like circle in the center and planted a 'medallion' red rose that I received for Valentine's Day. Behind the rose is a small birdbox mounted on a y-shaped stick. These two elements I hope will give it a focal point and some height. There is a rosemary standard in one corner. I have placed step stones radiating out in four spokes from the circle. There are table and chairs in front of the plot, so it will be a perfect place to sit and get some inspiration from a beautiful and fragrant herb garden. To see bigger pictures, go to this page.

Soil
The soil was in fairly good shape a sandy loam with a little clay, but it needed some nutrients and more organic matter. I have incorporated compost and will probably add more on top at a later date. Mulch in the form of pine bark will probably be used for cosmetic purposes and to hold in moisture.

Climate
This plot is located in coastal North Carolina, zone 8. The last frost will be around April 7-15, and then there will be much work to do!

Sun
This plot gets full sun all day, so this will rule out any shade-loving plants.

Water
Watering is no problem since this plot will be watered as needed with the rest of the garden.

My Vague Plans
Right now my plans are vague. I don't have a big budget, so I will grow plants from seed and propagate plants from ones I have to some extent, but I would like to purchase a few new ones also. If there is to be a theme, it would lean toward "fragrant" and "flowers". I tend to lean towards functionality, but beauty and design will play a part too.

Reference
I will be referring to three books to get inspiration:
1. 'Heirloom Country Gardens' by Sarah Wolfgang Heffner
2. 'Country Garden Planner' by Darrell Trout

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