See What We’re Planning for the Backyard in 2026

What’s that previous adage? “The highway to hell is paved with good intentions.” Nicely, name us everlasting optimists, however each January we prefer to make an inventory of our targets and aspirations for our gardens within the coming yr. In any case, a brand new gardening season is the right time for contemporary concepts and daring selections. On this episode, we dig into our plans for 2026, sharing what we’re upgrading, what we’re rethinking, and the place we’re prepared to start out from scratch.

There are plans for refreshing drained beds to utterly overhauling borders that not work (or maybe reducing down an aged stewartia tree?). We’ll additionally discuss by means of the sensible concerns shaping the season forward. Be a part of us for an sincere, behind-the-scenes have a look at how our gardens are evolving—and the way you would possibly strategy adjustments in your personal panorama.

Episode Knowledgeable: Susan Calhoun is the proprietor of Plantswoman Design in Bainbridge Island, Washington. She can also be a regional reporter for FineGardening.com.

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Danielle’s Backyard Plans for 2026

Add a useless hedge on Hospital Hill
Conceal the shade backyard propane tank
Renovate or take away: Japanese stewartia and ‘Heronswood Globe’ katsura
Go on a global backyard tour to the Netherlands

Useless hedge inspiration from the UK

Propane Tank path in Danielle Garden in 2026 — New peastone pathway by propane tank space (put in in 2025)

Overgrown trees in front of house — Overgrown timber in entrance beds (fall of 2025)

Superbloom Arnhem — Netherlands in bloom

Carol’s Backyard Plans for 2026

Edit and enhance Manic Pixie Woodland Clearing beds
Add extra native vegetation to stream financial institution beds
Add beaked yucca (Yucca rostrata, Zones 5–9) for distinction in entrance beds
Replace my backyard website plan