I Am Making An Easterly Facing Raised Border Forward Of A 1.5m Hedge And Looking For Planting Ideas.

Question

Hoping to achieve colour from spring through to autumn. Border will meassure 10ft x 18” Looking for plant ideas that will provide interest as well as colour

Answer 1

Start with low-growers like aubrieta and heuchera near the front—they’ll give early color and ground-level texture. Mix in geums and salvias through the middle for a long summer run, Near the back against the hedge, use penstemons and coreopsis for height and late color, and tuck in a brunnera or astrantia for some shade-tolerant charm and a softer contrast. Keep it deadheaded and well-mulched. Here is an article that can help with planning and designing:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/vgen/raised-vegetable-gardens.htm