Elm Tree Garden

The variegated elm arrived at Mooseys in 2001 as a rather large tree. Firstly it was planted in the grass by the woodshed. I laid a curcle of stones to show the shape of the new garden.

The New Elm Tree Garden

Almost immediately a well dug and planted garden appeared around it! Excess orange daylilies were given a permanent home, and the space between tree and fence was filled with several large grasses.

Some reject roses, a regulation red flax and a border edge of low perennials like Heuchera and Bergenia were added, and suddenly the new garden was finished.

The Elm Tree Arrives - 2001

The tree is forgiven for suckering, and the whole garden seems well balanced - as if it has always been here! A big thanks goes to my friend Tonia who asked if her variegated elm could find a good country home here - it certainly has!