MY 'PEAT BORDER '

'Peat Gardens', as far as I know, were invented in Scotland. Peat blocks are laid out in more or less concentric circles to make walls of varying heights . The space between the blocks is then filled up with a mix of compost, peat and sand, to form elevated and terraced borders, with this deep and rather acid soil. This kind of landscaping is suitable for shady areas like under trees. I´ve built mine around some legged conifers. These elevated borders help, at least partially, to hide those 'legs'. In the shade of the trees the soil will remain moist for long times - but in dry periods some irrigation may be necessary. The plants are also getting a much deeper soil, than if planted amidst all the roots of those trees. Even in a very limited space - like mine is - with very little effort you get in fact a kind of miniature woodland, which can be seen (hopefully) in my photos. The first couple of years the peat blocks are not looking especially nice, but after some time beautiful natural moss ('forest type') invades - no help needed - and covers all exposed peat surfaces, this further adding to the woodland impression.

Two 'woodland sceneries' Three plant photos One more pic of the Anemone Silvestris A true forestplant: Linnéa borealis

Piling up the peat blocks

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