The Dynamics of Plants & Landscapes (continued from page 10)
Context
Is the design for a private home, a public space or a commercial enterprise? Is the property large or small? Is the site wooded or urban, marshland or open land? “Each site has its own limita-
tions that must be considered,” Oudolf explains. He starts his design consideration by understanding the site’s role in the community and its existing environmental conditions.
Scale
What size is the project? Is it a large public garden, a new subdivision, a commercial space or someone’s backyard? Larger plants and larger groupings of plants are required for 12
large projects, Oudolf explains. “Scale is important for how big the groups are but also for how they work together as one landscape with rhythm and harmony,” he says.
The Landscape Contractor May 2018