This is a collage of various gardens in my yard. It is about a quarter acre lot, and when we built, we asked that as many trees as possible be left standing. Thirty years later, I have landscaped every nook and cranny. The front yard is mostly sun all day, the back is shade, with a few hours of light here and there. It has been quite a learning experience for me to find a variety of plants that thrive in zone 7, sometimes in total shade!

Potted annuals add color to the pond seating area

Under a huge holly, various perrenials add color and testure

Flagstone path to the other end of the back yard

Porcelaine berry vine loves the morning sun and afternoon shade

Front yard with Rudbeckie in full bloom

Pond with Marsh Marigolds in pots and Hardy Water Lily

By fence, ferns, Camelia, Vine Maple