Hi, I'm new to the group and would like to request direct information or perhaps some sites that will provide me direct information about light landscaping (versus moving a whole yard around - I'm not referring to illumination with the term "light" : - ) and flower gardens..
I have several areas in my yard that need "prettying up" or at least, a modicum of landscaping efforts. My budget is modest, but I do want it to look as nice as possible within my constraints. I'm in Zone 7 and the specific area(s) to be planted are in both full sun and partial shade. I'm planning to plant a vegetable garden which is pretty basic, so that's no real challenge.
However, I'm seeking to plant some nice flowers and/or other reasonably priced green shrubs/plants. I prefer perennials so that I'm not replanting each year and am considering some daisies as one option, but definitely want a variety. I'm looking for hardy flowers that can withstand drought and if possible, fragrant flowers.
I realize my requests are too open-ended to get much specific info. If someone could recommend a superb gardening site that offers comparative information on different plants and also planting suggestions (i.e., a landscape plan), then that would be most helpful.
Thank you in advance and I apologize if this has been asked and covered before.