Planting from the PRAIRIE

For high impact and low maintenance, take inspiration from wide open spaces

- CHRIS MORLEY

Meadow marvels

Prairie planting – mixing bold blocks of perennials and grasses, is the North American equivalent of a wildflower meadow. This style has become super popular with gardeners and designers – and with good reason. It’s colourful and dynamic, provides a long period of interest, is low maintenance (once the plants have established), and will bring birds, bees and butterflies into the garden. What’s more, you can achieve the look even in a small space.