How I Built a Completely New 100-Foot Garden Bed with 80 Plants for less than $150

Written By Melissa Humphries

We have a gravel driveway, and I wouldn’t dream of paving it. That gravel is country living—the sound of tires crunching, the freedom from runoff worries, the soft edges that blend right into the land. But the reality of a gravel driveway plus snowplow service? That gravel gets pushed everywhere. Into the lawn, across pathways, even over garden beds—unless you do something about it.

Hardscaping would have created a clean division between garden, lawn, and drive. But I decided to let them play together for an authentic cottage feel that still feels upscale. In Vermont…

Melissa Humphries

At Lunaria Estate, I am reviving the time-honored tradition of the Still Room—a sacred space where herbal wisdom meets modern well-being with luxury in mind. We believe true wellness is intentional, hands-on and deeply personal. There is no one -size-fits all to healing or wellbeing. It is a journey that needs constant revision and editing to be the healthiest version of oneself.

Lunaria Estate is a private residence that provides an in person platform for people who want to see what it takes for me to incorporate the following into my home: a Still Room/ blending room and a grow room for personal use. The herbs and flowers are grown at BB Lane Gardens, where tours can be arranged.

https://www.lunariaestate.com
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