· Edible landscaping is simply a way of using veggies, herbs, and flowers in the garden that will perform multiple functions, such as for food, flavor, and ornamental appearance. Let's take a look at how to mix edible plants in the garden. Mixingvegetables and herbswithflowers can increase garden yields and flower production. The flowers increase nectar production, attracting more beneficial insects that protect edible plants and pollinators that increase flower production. · Consider moisture, light, drainage, and fertility when designing the edible landscape. Design principles are the same, consider texture, line, form, color when considering mixingedibles with landscapeplants. Also, think about the growth habits of both the edible and traditional landscape plants. · Discover eight easy edible plants and herbs to grow in your garden! From pole beans and lettuce to cilantro and dill, add color, flavor, and charm to your landscape. No matter your space, you’ll find hundreds of veggie, herb, and flower varieties that make great combinations. Enjoy playing matchmaker in your garden: it’s fun to see which marriages produce the best results! · But doesn't a garden composed of plants both beautiful and productive make sense? Say hello to the blended garden — or what I affectionately refer to as a cottage-potage garden — where fruits, herbs and veggies mix freely with ornamental species. To get the most enjoyment from your edible landscape design, you'll want plants that add visual beauty and taste great, too. The following are just a few examples of edibles that bring multiple benefits to your landscape and your table:
