Design and Select Plants and Materials

What happens here

With the aesthetic in mind, proceed to a detailed design phase. Draw a scaled plan of your property, marking existing structures and features. Outline the precise shapes and sizes of garden beds and pathways. Select specific green plants (such as boxwoods, ornamental grasses, or small evergreen shrubs) that fit your local climate (USDA Hardiness Zone), mature size, and light conditions. Choose a dark mulch (like black or very dark brown shredded hardwood) to provide the "black" contrast. Decide on sod type suitable for your region. This step focuses on specifying *what* will be used and *where*.

Goal: Create a detailed landscape plan and procure all necessary plants and materials.