Garden Plans > 2015: Madison's Garden

About this Garden Plan

The goal of this home garden is to provide peace and beauty to my daily life. The majority of the varieties of the plants are intended to be used in tea production or tea flavoring in the case of the lemons. There are also some varieties that have multifacited uses in that they can be used in making tea but can also be made into lotions, soaps and fragrances.

Plan Type, Soil and Location

Garden Location: 31B Springbrook Drive Belfast, Maine 04915
Garden Size: 35' 11" x 17' 11"
Garden Type: Home garden
Garden Layout: Other layout
Sun or Shade: Partial Shade
Garden Soil Type: Good soil

Plan Notes

Garden Plan

Plant List

 PlantNumberSpacingSpacing in RowsNotes
Apricot (Dwarf) 19' 10"9' 10" x 9' 10"There was not an option to select a variety for this plant.
Basil
 Genovese
107"5" x 9"In Italy, this variety is considered a sign of love.
Calendula
 Dark Orange
1811"9" x 1' 11"This vareity has the ability to be turned into soothing lotions and teas.
Chamomile
 Roman
611"9" x 1' 3"I chose this variety for its specifically strong ability to ease anxiety.
Chives
 Staro
57"5" x 9"This is the best variety for freezing and drying.
Cilantro
 Calypso
67"5" x 9"This variety has a slightly stronger flavor.
Cover Crop
 Winter Rye
2455"3" x 7"This variety has a well-developed fibrous root system that reduces leaching of soil nitrates. The top growth provides soil cover and suppresses weed
Cover Crop
 Afghani Sesame
4265"3" x 7"This vareity is often used as a tea medicine. So, planting it would accomplish my goal of improving the soil as a cover crop - and also heighten the diversity of my teas.
Echinacea
 Pink Shimmer
41' 1"11" x 1' 3"I chose this vareity because I appreciate it's pink and shimmery attributes.
Lavender
 Ellagance Purple
101' 3"1' 1" x 1' 7"II chose this variety of Lavendar for its height and vibrant color.
Lemon (Container Grown) 41' 11"1' 11" x 1' 11"There was not an option to select a variety for this plant.
Lemon Balm
 Lemon Balm
21' 11"1' 11" x 1' 11"I chose this variety for it's particular flavor.
Mint
 Orange
287"5" x 9"Similar to other varieties of mint, Orange mint is a natural attractant of pollinating insects such as bees and butterflies. An oil extracted from Orange mint is commonly utilized for its aromatic properties and adding scent to perfumes and soaps.
Monarda
 Panorama Red Shades
611"11" x 1' 7"This variety attracts butterflies and can be used to make tea
Nectarine (Dwarf)
 Hardired
19' 10"9' 10" x 9' 10"There was not an option to select a variety for this plant.
Orange (Container Grown) 41' 11"1' 11" x 1' 11"There was not an option to select a variety for this plant.
Oregano
 Greek
27"5" x 9"Variety with the strongest aroma.
Parsley
 Titan
285"3" x 9"This is one of the best varieties of parsley in terms of yield produced.
Phacelia
 Bee's Friend
965"5" x 5"This variety attracts bees, improves soil composition and is a strong addition to composting efforts (thus its placement directly next to the composting station).
Rosemary
 Tuscan Blue
127"7" x 7"Foliage can be used as a flavorful spice in cooking.
Sage
 Common
111"11" x 1' 3"This is the most tried and true version of sage. I have no desire for anything mroe specific than the typical attributes of sage.
Scarlet Sage 3211"11" x 11"I chose to include this particular variety because I was interested in adding more vibrant red colors and exotic textures to this bed.
Strawberry
 Jewel
81' 7"1' 5" x 1' 11"The fruits of this variety are large, well shaped, easy to pick
Sunflower
 Sunbright (F1)
6811"11" x 11"After reviewing several varieties of sunflowers, I settled on this one for its height and appearance - especially the vibrancy in its color.
Tarragon
 French
11' 3"1' 3" x 1' 7"I chose this specific variety for its appearance.
Valerian 12' 11"2' 11" x 2' 11"I chose to plant this flower because once it is dried and turned to tea, it is supposed to have many medical benefits including a cure for sleep disorders such as insomonia.
Wheat
 Common Winter Triticale
5623"3" x 3"Its less likely than barley or rye to become a weed and is easier to kill.

Planting Times

Plant List key
 PlantJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Apricot (Dwarf)
Basil
 Genovese
Calendula
 Dark Orange
Chamomile
 Roman
Chives
 Staro
Cilantro
 Calypso
Cover Crop
 Winter Rye
Cover Crop
 Afghani Sesame
Echinacea
 Pink Shimmer
Lavender
 Ellagance Purple
Lemon (Container Grown)
Lemon Balm
 Lemon Balm
Mint
 Orange
Monarda
 Panorama Red Shades
Nectarine (Dwarf)
 Hardired
Orange (Container Grown)
Oregano
 Greek
Parsley
 Titan
Phacelia
 Bee's Friend
Rosemary
 Tuscan Blue
Sage
 Common
Scarlet Sage
Strawberry
 Jewel
Sunflower
 Sunbright (F1)
Tarragon
 French
Valerian
Wheat
 Common Winter Triticale



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