I am not a formal garden person and I learn as I go but I am not sure exactly how to describe my garden. I garden under pines and oaks and have a wee bit of sunshine which I tend to overplant in just because there is so much that I want to grow. Most of my yard is hostas, ferns and impatiens but I would love to learn how to make it more of a "cottage" garden, I think? Any ideas for me out there.
What exactly is a cottage garden?
http://davesgarden.com/forums/t/677729/
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