Might want to try the landscape design forum on this site. I think some of the folks over there are using some of these programs.

There are several programs but they aren't cheap. I also note that many are not that user friendly. There was discussion on this subject in the landscape design forum a year ago. Better Homes and Garden has also a free online program but it's very awkward. Wouldn't you find it easier to simply get a graph paper and plot down your home, location of the permanent structures, etc. I finally did my plotting down this way, and it sure helped for easy reference. You can get tracing paper and superimpose it on the grid to let you freely draw plants over it.

From About.com You can find out more information at www.dollwear.com, or e-mail Margaret Wolfe-Wilson, dollady45@adelphia.net for purchasing information. Hope this helps!

Well folks, I finally found a site that told me how much the program cost.............well let's just put it this way..........I WON"T be getting that one hahaha ($1,200) yipes! I had no idea it would be that much. I think this program is designed for people who are in business. Too pricey for my budget. After checking into some more sites I did find that there are other programs that are nowhere near that expensive, although still between $200-$300. The concept is still exciting to me. I'm wondering if I could do something similar using something like Paint-Shop Pro?