The Play of Light and Shadows
Winter strips everything down to the bare essentials and often adds a coat of white in the process. Most people plan their gardens with shapes that are full of color, striving to maximize excitement during the spring and summer months. New England winters are quite long, often providing cold temperatures for five to six months of the year and generating a landscape devoid of rich color. Consider the elements of a garden as they appear throughout the year.
Viewer Tip: Stuck inside? Late winter is a great time to start thinking about spring gardening projects. The New England Wild Flower Society recommends planning some elements in your garden which will retain shape, cast shadows and provide interest when set against the snow. This can be the shape of a tree, a clump of grass, a fascinating shrub or a vine on a trellis. It is surprising to see the variation in color and texture available in just the bark of trees.
Season: Winter
This information is provided by the New England Wild Flower Society. Learn more: www.newenglandwild.org.
