Peachy the Magazine May June 2015 | Page 40

Elegant Simplicity The L-shaped hornbeam hedge on the south side of the property provides privacy and a vertical element or wall to the garden. Serviceberries planted in quincunx formation at the rear of the property “define the primary garden space and create a backdrop for the specimen Jade Magnolia,” which blooms a stunning white before it has leaves. An ipe bench marks the edge of the grove and provides a place for relaxing. Looking out the kitchen window and across the driveway, perennial and herb gardens are defined by small, clipped hornbeam hedges. The paths and serviceberry grove feature stone dust, which creates contrast for the shadows and emphasizes the branching and architecture of the trees. 38 PEACHYTHEMAGAZINE.COM