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NEIGHBORLY CURB APPEAL

FRONT AND CENTER

In this north-facing front yard, the shady foundation planting dresses up the house, a 60-foot-long border runs along the sidewalk and another accompanies guests up the front walk.

SUCCULENT SHOWSTOPPER

This charming living roof succulent display adds height and color contrast to the front border. Its 14x10-inch roof has a 2-inch lip that holds just enough potting mix for this collection of shallow-rooted succulents. When he built it, Jan drilled holes in each corner to allow drainage. The weight of the planted box keeps it in place on the 4x4 post. This makes it easier to lift and move

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