My functional Cottage Garden Bed imbues Chaos with Purpose

One of the trickiest garden styles to pull off—at least without it looking like a botanical laundry pile—is the cottage garden. It teeters on the edge of wild beauty and utter mess. But when done thoughtfully, it’s magic.

On our woodland estate, I steer clear of harsh lines and rigid symmetry. Instead, I favor soft, winding borders that drift naturally into the woods, letting the garden blur into the forest like an old watercolor. That’s my style. And if yours

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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