Cottage Garden Design with Patio

Pyrus calleryana

Plant in well-drained soil, providing full sun exposure. Water regularly during dry periods, especially when young. Prune in late winter to maintain shape and remove crossing branches. Expect white blooms in early spring.

Cupressus × leylandii

Plant in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil. Water deeply once a week during establishment; drought tolerant once mature. Prune annually in late winter or early spring for desired shape and density. Non-flowering evergreen.

Hydrangea macrophylla

Plant in partial shade with moist, well-drained, acidic soil for blue flowers. Water deeply two to three times a week during summer. Prune after flowering to remove spent blooms and shape the plant. Blooms from late spring through fall.

Rosa (Climbing Group)

Plant in full sun (at least 6 hours) in rich, well-drained soil. Water deeply when the top inch of soil is dry. Prune in late winter to remove dead wood and shape, and deadhead regularly during bloom. Expect blooms from late spring to fall.

Rosa (Shrub Group)

Plant in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil. Water consistently, especially during dry spells. Prune in late winter to early spring to remove dead or weak canes and shape; deadhead to encourage rebloom. Blooms from late spring to fall.

Delphinium elatum

Plant in full sun to light shade in rich, well-drained soil. Water regularly to keep soil moist but not waterlogged. Stake tall varieties and deadhead spent flower stalks to encourage rebloom. Blooms in early summer, with potential for a second flush in late summer.

Achillea millefolium

Plant in full sun in well-drained soil; tolerates poor soil. Water sparingly once established, as it is drought-tolerant. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms and trim back foliage as needed. Blooms from late spring through fall.

Salvia nemorosa

Plant in full sun with well-drained soil. Water moderately; established plants are drought-tolerant. Shear back after the first flush of flowers to encourage rebloom. Blooms from late spring to fall.

Buxus sempervirens

Plant in partial to full sun with well-drained, neutral to alkaline soil. Water regularly to keep soil moist; avoid overhead watering to prevent fungal issues. Prune in late spring to early summer after new growth hardens off to maintain shape. Evergreen foliage, inconspicuous blooms.

Hemerocallis (hybrid)

Plant in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, fertile soil. Water regularly, especially during flowering, but tolerates drought once established. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering. Blooms from late spring to late summer depending on variety.

Spiraea japonica

Plant in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Water consistently during dry periods, especially when young. Prune in late winter to early spring to maintain shape and encourage new growth. Blooms from late spring to summer.

Rhododendron (Evergreen Azalea Group)

Plant in partial shade with acidic, well-drained, organic-rich soil. Water deeply once or twice a week, keeping the soil consistently moist. Prune immediately after flowering to shape the plant and remove spent blooms. Blooms in spring.

Various species

Plant according to specific species needs; generally prefer well-drained soil and adequate sunlight. Water regularly during establishment. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage new blooms. Bloom times vary greatly by species, typically spring through fall.

Phlox subulata

Plant in full sun to light shade in well-drained soil. Water regularly until established, then it is quite drought tolerant. Shear back lightly after flowering to maintain a dense mat. Expect abundant blooms in early to mid-spring.