GREAT QUESTION! It is a fact that the Number One reason gardens fail to thrive is due to the lack of a plan. But before launching into why it is worth having a plan, let’s first define what a plan is:
A plan is a tangible, visual design document showing the overall layout of the garden and locations of plants and other landscape elements. A plan is a vital and necessary communication tool used to outline deliverables, leaving little room for “open interpretation” and ambiguity.