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Because of the yard's exposed corner location, [David Michener] planted hedges of yew, arborvitae, mock orange and roses. The front yard is within sight of a blinking traffic light and seven driveways or street junctions, so strategic plant placement is crucial. As summer progresses, perennials in the front get so tall they screen the yard from the sidewalk, says Michener, who lives with his partner, Wil Strickland, 56, a textile artist. Two Cardigan Welsh corgis share the household.
2. Recycle and give castoffs a creative new purpose. For example, David Michener recently rescued old billiard sticks that were being discarded: "Maybe they'll make tomato stakes," he says.5. Change plants and amend designs that don't work: "If you don't get it right the first time, then get it 'righter' the next," Michener says.See the full content of this document
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Please Keep Off The... Plants
Lawn a chore, so he ripped it up and made a garden of delights
:By Marty HairDETROIT -- David Michener got rid of his lawn, though not because he is anti-turf."I did it, but not to be virtuous," Michener says.He took out grass to make more room in his yard -- and time in...See the full content of this document
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