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Living Tree Base – Native Ground Cover

💬 A word from the landscaper

Kathy Van Rooij

"Living Tree Base is a composition designed to reveal an often neglected space. Under the constraints of shade and roots, plants find here a new form of balance, more discreet, but deeply resilient. I designed this palette as a dialogue with the existing tree: plants capable of cohabiting, establishing durably and covering the ground with precision. As the seasons pass, the tree base transforms into a living undergrowth, rich in textures and subtle nuances."

Kathy Van Rooij

Landscaper & Founder

Living Tree Base – Native Ground Cover

Planting under a tree seems impossible. Roots. Dry soil. Dense shade. And yet… Some native plants love these conditions. The Living Tree Base kit recreates a natural, dense and elegant undergrowth, perfectly adapted to shaded areas. An often bare space becomes an ecosystem. Delicate spring blooms, dense plant carpet in summer, persistent texture in winter. A garden that breathes, even in the shade.

Surface

2m²

Plants

18 plants

Exposure

Shade to dense shade

Soil type

Forest soil, dry to fresh

We precisely adjust this composition to your garden:

  • Adaptation to your actual surface
  • Spacing adjustment
  • Consideration of your constraints
  • Human validation of the composition

👉 You receive an optimized version, ready to be planted.

💡 Your kit already works perfectly without this option. It simply allows for an even more precise and integrated result.

149.00 €

✨ Why you'll love it

  • 18 selected native ground cover plants
  • Balanced and complementary composition
  • Staggered blooms from spring to summer
  • Simple installation in 1 to 2 hours
  • Refuge for wild bees, butterflies and insects
  • Transforms shade into a living ecosystem

🌱 Plant composition

Galium odoratumPulmonaria officinalisAjuga reptansVinca minor

📐 Conditions & planting

Surface

2m²

Exposure

Shade to dense shade

Soil type

Forest soil, dry to fresh

Height

10 to 30 cm

Style

Undergrowth plant carpet

Density

± 8-9 plants / m²

✂️ Maintenance

  • Watering only the first few weeks
  • Light pruning after flowering if desired
  • No fertilizer needed
  • Very low maintenance once established

📦 Kit content

  • The young plants
  • The numbered planting plan
  • A step-by-step installation guide

🌿 Plant Availability

Our compositions are made from locally grown indigenous plants, according to seasons and natural cycles.

It may happen that at the time of your order, a specific species is temporarily unavailable (cultivation delay, weather conditions, producer availability…).

In this case:

  • ✨ It will be replaced by an equivalent indigenous species
  • ✨ Respecting the same exposure
  • ✨ Similar height and structure
  • ✨ Comparable ecological and aesthetic interest

We always ensure to preserve:

  • The landscape balance of the composition
  • The coherence of flowering
  • The value for biodiversity
  • The spirit of the kit you have chosen

Each replacement is made with care, respecting our quality standards.

Thank you for your trust in nature — the garden evolves, and that's also what makes it precious 💚

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Frequently Asked Questions – Before Planting

🌱 Is it really suitable for my garden / balcony?
Yes — our kits are specifically designed for urban and semi-urban spaces: balcony, terrace, small garden, wooden planter or window box, border edge. Each sheet clearly indicates the ideal exposure (sun, partial shade, shade). If in doubt, you can write to us before ordering.
🌸 Will it really look beautiful?
Yes — and sustainably. Our compositions are structured (balanced heights), designed for staggered flowering, and aesthetic even outside flowering (foliage, silhouettes). You're not just buying plants: you're buying a coherent and evolving landscape composition.
🐝 Does it really attract pollinators?
Yes. We select species recommended by Natagora for their ecological interest. Result: wild bees, butterflies, hoverflies, natural auxiliaries. Even a few square meters can make a difference.
🪴 I don't have a green thumb. Is this for me?
Yes. Our kits are designed for motivated beginners, urban gardeners, and people who want natural without complexity. You receive: a clear planting plan, simple maintenance tips, a robust and hardy palette. Maintenance decreases significantly after the first year.
💧 Will I have to water all the time?
No. Indigenous plants are adapted to our climate. After installation: regular watering the first few weeks, then only during dry periods. They consume much less water than classic horticultural annuals.
🌡 What about heat waves?
Our compositions are more resilient than exotic plants. In containers: deep but spaced watering, mulching recommended, avoid containers that are too thin in full sun. We provide all recommendations in the care sheet.
📦 What exactly do I receive?
Depending on the kit: the selected plants, a planting diagram, a clear care sheet, our installation tips. Potting soil and containers are not included (unless specifically mentioned).
📅 When is the best time to plant?
Ideally: autumn (best rooting) or spring (also very good). You can plant frost-free almost all year round.
♻️ Where do the plants come from?
We prioritize local producers, cultivation without heavy treatments, species adapted to our soils. Our approach is consistent from selection to planting.
🌾 What's the difference from a regular garden center?
At a garden center, you buy individual plants. At Atelier Symbiose, you receive a coherent composition, ecologically designed, aesthetically balanced, adapted to your exposure, with support. It's a turnkey project.
💚 Why choose Atelier Symbiose?
Because you're not planting for a season. You're installing a living, sustainable, and elegant ecosystem. An aesthetic gesture. An ecological gesture. A local gesture.
🚚 How does delivery work?
Each order is carefully prepared by hand: selection of the best plants, protection of roots and foliage, preparation of your planting plan and advice sheets. 📦 Shipping within 3 to 5 business days. Delivery costs cover protective packaging, logistics preparation and shipping. The amount is calculated automatically based on weight, size and delivery address. 🌱 Plants are fragile living beings requiring adapted packaging and fast transport — that's why costs may be slightly higher than for standard items. 📍 Delivery zones: Belgium 🇧🇪 and France 🇫🇷 (some regions). Upon receipt: unpack quickly, water lightly if necessary, install or place away from direct sunlight. Plants may appear stressed from transport — they usually recover very quickly. 📩 Problem? Contact us within 48h with a photo. We will always find a solution.