Departing from the norm

My yard is infamously disheveled. The grass is usually mowed, but that's about it. The landscaping (used in the loosest sense of the word) is non-existent, save for one barely-hanging-on evergreen clematis and a 2-year-old hydrangea.

I'm going to spend the summer rehabbing my front yard. It will take some time, especially because I'm broke. BUT, with a little help from my dad, my boyfriend and the Lowe's credit department, I should be able to get the front yard in decent shape. I'll be sure to post some before pictures prior to starting. The plan now is design, edit, budget, source material. I have a few plants in mind, and some ideas, but I want to keep it neat and informal. I'm thinking a modern take on French/European country gardens. I like the whimsy, but don't want it to look messy. Stay tuned for updates...

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