Mahogany Flowerbeds

A simple frame 4 ft x 4 ft using pine boards screwed together around a base of a maple tree.  Make sure the hill area around the tree is level to the actual ground base.  Fill open areas underneath with newspaper, good for keeping the ground inside and for compost for the bed.

I used regular top soil of 3 large bags per bed.  Then fill to the top with black compost bark to add the dark touch.  I stained the frame with red mahogany and gave it a very nice even coat.

Then I added the plants and statues along with some rock for scenery.

I added a clematis to both of the beds to give some vines to grow around the trees.

Added some Arabian Dahlias to bring out more colors.

Both beds have a very nice attraction to the front yard to give it a very good taste to see as people travel by and for guests to enjoy.  I hope this idea will help you in designing your front yard.