But the circles formed by the edging are a totally different shape from the leaves, so the edging doesn't really get lost in the foliage. It just superimposes a whole new design on the mat, something I'm not accustomed to seeing flowers do. Anyway, it looks terrific!

Stunning gardens! I share some of your gardening challenges - gardening on a hill, deer & rock (except our's isn't gravel, there are rocks anytime you dig more than a few inches down) - you inspire me...

Thank you Liz; we can all use some inspiration now and then!

Here's a view of the front border today - lots of daylilies, roses, garden phlox, aliums, fox gloves, and coniferous shrubs.

What a lovely garden you have Mike!

I couldn't agree more about chives. They really are a wonderful addition to a perennial garden - and would make a nice companion for roses.