Location

Upper Midwest - Chicago area. Our zone is 6a. This means my perennial plant lists should include plants that are hardy down to -10 to -5.

Soil Type

On the clay-y side. Some good loamy areas. Drainage is not great. I should try to avoid plants that need good drainage (such as Lavender). That is, I shouldn’t put them in my soil, pots, on the other hand, are a-okay.

Gardening Style

A garden will never fully mimic nature, they are wo/manmade, after all. But that doesn’t mean I can’t create a space that native plants, critters, fungi, and soil habitats can thrive. I aim for a garden that’s visually striking, cozy to walk among, and a haven for my area’s wildlife.