Posted by Caroline Maurer
on October 05, 2025
Are you dreaming of a stunning, low-maintenance garden filled with colorful blooms and lush greenery? Whether you’re an experienced gardener or just starting out, pre-planned gardens make it easy to achieve a professionally designed landscape without the guesswork.
We have a variety of meticulously curated downloadable garden plans tailored for sun, part sun, shade, and deer tolerance to ensure you find the perfect option for your space! Let’s explore the exceptional garden plans for sale that will transform your outdoor space into a breathtaking retreat.
Pre-Planned Deer Resistant Garden Designs
Full Sun Deer Resistant Garden Design Plan
Are you sick of deer devouring your flowers—especially when those flowers are “deer resistant plants?” Well, we have a plan for that! Our pre-planned deer resistant garden design has the most deer resistant perennials available in a 40’x20′ layout. We’ve trialed and surveyed dozens of plants and thousands of gardeners to find the best options. This cottage garden plan features
- Lavender and Catmint – Much too aromatic for deer
- Poppies – Too fuzzy for deer to enjoy
- Foxglove – This plant is poisonous to deer, so there is no chance they’ll eat it
- And more!
Stop planting a deer buffet, and enjoy it for yourself if you live in zones 4-9.
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Deer-Resistant Shade Garden Plan
Struggling with deer munching on your plants? The Deer-Resistant Shade Garden Plan is your solution! Designed to thrive in low-light areas while keeping deer at bay, this pre-planned shade garden offers beauty without the hassle. Measuring 15’x20’, it features a selection of deer-resistant perennials that flourish in shaded spaces. Key plants include:
- Black Cohosh – Tall, elegant spikes of white blooms with a woodland feel.
- Lily of the Valley – Fragrant, low-growing flowers that add charm to any shade garden.
- Hellebores – Early bloomers that provide color even in late winter.
Ideal for zones 4-9, this shade garden plan is perfect for creating a serene, deer-resistant oasis in your backyard.
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Full Sun Garden Plans
Large Full Sun Garden Plan
For those seeking a sunny summer garden filled with continuous blooms, the Large Full Sun Garden Plan is a fantastic option. This full sun cottage garden plan spans approximately 60’x40’ and is designed to provide seasonal interest from spring through fall while offering winter structure. Key plants in this pre-planned garden include:
- Peonies and David Austin Roses – Classic, fragrant blooms that add elegance.
- Coneflower, Yarrow, and Coreopsis – Providing vibrant color and attracting pollinators.
- Lilacs and Azaleas – Shrubs that enhance the garden with lush greenery and spring blossoms.
- Russian Sage and Salvia – Hardy, drought-tolerant perennials that thrive in full sun.
Compatible in zones 4-9, this garden plan ensures a show-stopping display throughout the growing season.
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Front Yard Garden Plan Full Sun Garden
Create an eye-catching entrance with the Front Yard Garden Plan, a beautifully designed full sun garden plan measuring approximately 50’x35’. This textural rose garden showcases a stunning color palette of pinks, purples, blue, whites, pale yellows, and apricots, ensuring year-round visual appeal. Some of the featured plants include:
- David Austin Roses and Peonies – Luxurious blooms with delightful fragrance.
- Salvia and Catmint – Offering soft, flowing texture and pollinator benefits!
- Lavender and Lamb’s Ear – Providing silvery foliage and aromatic charm.
- Allium and Daffodils – Adding architectural interest and seasonal highlights.
Ideal for zones 5-8 and adaptable for zones 4-9 with some adjustments, this pre-planned garden enhances curb appeal and transforms any front yard into a floral masterpiece.
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Sun to Part Sun Garden Plan
For gardeners with areas that receive both sun and partial sun, the Sun to Part Sun Garden Plan offers a perfect balance of beauty and versatility. This pre-planned garden is filled with a delightful mix of perennials, shrubs, and flowering plants, ensuring a lush and colorful display. Featured plants include:
- David Austin Roses and Coneflowers – Providing long-lasting blooms in pink, apricot, and white.
- Hyssop and Lavender – Adding fragrance and attracting pollinators.
- Soft Touch Holly and Arborvitae – Offering evergreen structure and year-round interest.
- Agastache – A drought-tolerant favorite that thrives in varying light conditions.
This garden plan is ideal for zones 4-9, making it a versatile option for different landscapes.
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Shady Woodland Garden Plans
Deer-Resistant Shade Garden Plan
Struggling with deer munching on your plants? The Deer-Resistant Shade Garden Plan is your solution! Designed to thrive in low-light areas while keeping deer at bay, this pre-planned shade garden offers beauty without the hassle. Measuring 15’x20’, it features a selection of deer-resistant perennials that flourish in shaded spaces. Key plants include:
- Black Cohosh – Tall, elegant spikes of white blooms with a woodland feel.
- Lily of the Valley – Fragrant, low-growing flowers that add charm to any shade garden.
- Hellebores – Early bloomers that provide color even in late winter.
Ideal for zones 4-9, this shade garden plan is perfect for creating a serene, deer-resistant oasis in your backyard.
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Sampler Shade Garden Plan
If you love variety in your landscape, the Sampler Shade Garden Plan is an excellent choice! This 15’x20’ pre-planned shade garden is brimming with an assortment of shade-loving flowers and greenery to keep your space visually appealing through every season. Designed for lush beauty and year-round interest, this garden plan includes:
- Astilbe – Delicate, feathery blooms that brighten shady areas.
- Rhododendron – A classic flowering shrub with large, showy blooms.
- Boxwood – Evergreen structure that provides texture and depth.
- Lamium – A charming ground cover with variegated foliage and delicate flowers.
Perfect for zones 4-9, this shade garden plan ensures a dynamic and engaging outdoor retreat throughout the year.
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Fragrant Flowers Shade Garden Plan
Who says shade gardens have to be dull? The Fragrant Flowers Shade Garden Plan transforms low-light areas into a magical woodland retreat bursting with color, texture, and delightful scents. Designed for a 15’x20’ shaded space, this pre-planned shade garden features an enchanting mix of
- Mountain laurel
- Brunnera
- Hydrangea
- And more—all chosen for their ability to thrive in shade while providing incredible fragrance.
Whether you’re looking to enhance a wooded backyard or bring life to a shady corner, this shade garden plan is the perfect solution. Compatible for zones 5-8 and mostly adaptable for zones 4-9 with some substitutions, it’s a must-have for any gardener seeking a low-maintenance, high-impact design.
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Native Garden Plans
Native Border Garden Duo
This Native Full Sun Border Garden Plan contains 100% native plants! Enjoy two in one: one plan with native grasses and perennials and the other with native perennials and shrubs.
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Border Garden Plans
Three-in-one Border Garden Plan
In addition to the Native Full Sun Border Garden plan, you can bring home three plans in one to make your foundation gardens gorgeous! This Three-in-One Border Garden Plan is are also suitable along a fenceline or all on its own as a garden bed.
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Flower Combination Guides
125 Flower Combinations for Sun
Take the guesswork out of garden planning with this easy flower pairing guide! It's a quick list of plants that look beautiful together in full sun conditions.
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100+ Flower Combinations for Shade
This cheatsheet combines so much more than hostas and ferns! It will give you tons of ideas on how to mix and match textures to achieve a balanced and visually interesting garden.
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Trifecta Planting Method Guide
Professional gardens look stunning for a number of reasons, but a big one is a ratio I like to call the Trifecta Planting Method. That entails mixing the right amount of different shapes to achieve a harmonious and visually interesting garden. This guide will teach you how and give you a list of plants to mix and match along with photos.
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Pre-Planned Garden Designs and Guides
Theres a lot more to discover in our shop! We have tons of great garden planning guides and more cottage garden plans for zones 4-9.
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Custom Cottage Garden Design
Cottage garden design in Maryland and Virtual Garden Design
Looking for a one-of-a-kind cottage garden tailored to your unique space and style? Our Custom Cottage Garden Design service brings your garden vision to life with expert planning and plant selection. We offer in-person garden design in Maryland, D.C., and Northern Virginia, as well as virtual garden design services nationwide.
Whether you want a romantic English cottage garden, a vibrant pollinator paradise, or a serene shaded retreat, we’ll craft a garden plan perfectly suited to your climate, space, and aesthetic preferences. Let us help you create a lush, breathtaking garden that flourishes year after year! Get in touch.
Why Choose Pre-Planned Garden Designs?
Choosing a pre-planned garden from Maryland Cottage Gardens is an affordable way to design a gorgeous cottage garden at home! Take out the guesswork of what plant look good together or which flowers bloom when. Our plans have it all covered! Each garden plan maximizes beauty and ecological benefits while ensuring plant compatibility.
Whether you’re looking to create a colorful perennial border, a serene shade garden, or a haven for pollinators, these expertly curated garden plans for sale offer a seamless way to bring your vision to life. Browse the full collection and start your garden planning and transformation today! And of course, if you’d like a fully custom cottage garden, please reach out.
