An oasis in the suburbs. Birds, butterflies, cats and other critters are always welcome. They can sense the harmony there and get along peacefully. Traute designed and planted this naturalized landscape using a very inventive approach. Traute knows that the foundation for any garden is healthy, active soil and has been amending it for years to achieve this bountiful harmony with nature.
Companion planting is used throughout.
Micro climates are taken full advantage of. All areas are put to use, there is no wasted space. Apples, plums, small fruits and Nanking cherries are among the plants grown. Herbs, vegetables, flowers - the list grows on. The remains of a chopped up concrete sidewalk are used to line a garden bed on the outside of a hedge.