Every garden should include some clever landscaping ideas with evergreens. They're the most hard-working shrubs and trees, and will really earn their place in your scheme. They add year-round interest and structure, which makes them especially important over winter. They are generally a low-maintenance option too. Whether you decide to mix them in with your planting or let them be the focal point, you won't be disappointed.
Factor in from the get-go
Structural evergreens form the backbone of the garden, providing a framework that will let other plants shine. 'When designing any garden, you want a high percentage of evergreen plants that hold their structure through winter,' says award-winning garden designer Kate Gould. 'Ideally, 50-70% of the planting would be evergreen.' By nature, evergreens are often quite dense, which also makes them a great choice for topiary.
Create year-round structure
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