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.

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 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!