Shangri-La MO – Cottage Garden Landscaping

Educational Resources

Cottage Garden Landscaping for Urban Dwellers

A monochrome-centric portfolio of practical, sustainable garden designs that transform small spaces into living classrooms. Learn layering, soil health, plant selection, and seasonal care with clear, actionable guidance.

Soil & Seed: A Beginner's Guide

A compact primer on soil health, compost, and seed propagation for urban plots.

Portfolio Gallery

Curated landscaping projects emphasizing cottage garden charm, low-maintenance planting, and educational layouts.

Compact edible garden with herbs and vegetables

Edible Cottage Patch

Raised beds, herbs, compact design for small yards

Pollinator Border

Nectar-rich perennials with seasonal bloom

Shade Nook

Low-maintenance textures for partial shade

Herb Spiral

Compact culinary herbs with vertical interest

Meadow Edge

Grasses and wildflowers for texture and habitat

Shade Edibles

Foliage crops suited to dappled light

Educational Resources

Curated guides, checklists, and tutorials to help urban gardeners design, plant, and maintain cottage gardens with a focus on landscaping education.

Design principles for compact spaces
Soil health and composting basics
Plant selection by light and season
Water-wise gardening strategies

Consultation & Workshops

Private landscape planning for small lots, seasonal workshops, and virtual resources for city dwellers seeking texture and education.