Connie and Keith's front lawn is our first project. On a Saturday morning in April, we started measuring and planning for this edible make-over... with lots of help from our friends, especially Ocean Love, age three! Since the front lawn is right on the street, we will have to consider ways to shield the garden from traffic and from unwanted dogs, cats, and critters.
Leveling somewhat the lower part of the lawn and building a small retaining wall will help to keep more water around the plants. The two ornamental trees will be pruned and thinned out so that more sunshine can come in. Some of the vegetation at the left side of the house will be taken out to allow more room for vegetables. We will be calling local landscapers to help us and advise us on the general structure of the garden, and how to bring it all together esthetically.
On Connie and Keith's wish list are a new pathway and a fence in front of the right, first floor window, for privacy.
