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TACOMA, Wash. - The secret to making a perfect gnome? Make sure he doesn't get too tipsy. For Tammy and Shawn Christensen, that's the most challenging part of creating garden statues from scratch.

When Dolores and Denny Zimmerman bought their new house in the Chicago suburb of Downers Grove 12 years ago, it came with two trees and a yard of rubble.

In this story, my first in a new series on creating a garden from scratch, I offer pointers on how to begin your garden journey. 1. Assess the space.

Ask the Landscaper: Tips for planning a garden from scratch R. Wayne Mezitt sheds light on what can seem like a daunting, overwhelming undertaking. For more expert advice, go to realestate.boston.com.