Introduction: The Enduring Framework As blooms give way to seed heads and foliage transforms, the underlying structure of a garden reveals itself. This seasonal shift offers an opportunity to appreciate and enhance the architectural elements that form the garden’s enduring framework. Hardscaping takes centre stage during this transitional period. Consider how paths, walls, and steps create movement and rhythm through the landscape. Materials with natural variation—weathered limestone, textured brick, or hand-hewn timber—develop enhanced character as they dampen with seasonal moisture and gather fallen leaves in their crevices. Sculptural elements provide focal points as planting recedes. Whether contemporary metal installations, classical stone figures, or organic driftwood forms, sculpture offers permanent presence amidst seasonal change. Position these elements where they’ll catch low-angled light, creating dramatic shadows that change throughout the day. Architectural plants become more prominent as flowers fade. The strong silhouettes of topiary, the vertical emphasis of Italian cypress, or the…