how can you use microclimates to your advantage?

Question

that dark spot behind the shed...
that low part of the yard that never really dries out... that sunny place on top of your office building...

they are resources waiting to be tapped... how?

Answer 1

These are the places that allow you diversity in plant selection, if you work with nature rather than against it. Even within a small area, there can be large differences in conditions. Look for features within your garden that cause changes in its microclimate, and create variations. When you discover those perpetually damp spots that never dries out or a constantly sunny spot, hunt for plants with habitats similar to your own garden for lower maintenance and success at survival. Even failures at growing something in an area will help you to discover how microclimates affect your success with your choice of plants.

That low wet spot will be perfect for a plant like Queen of the Prairie (Filipendula purpurea). The sunny dry dusty spot may be perfect for Russian Sage or Lavender. You'll find there's a "perfect" plant for every spot, it's just a matter of matching up the right plant to the right spot.
Good luck! Hope this helps.

Answer 2

you can rise plants that need that particular scenary, It makes them look nicer, and if they give fruits... you can also have that advantage.