For those who think that edible landscaping is too big a hassle for them and vegetables in the front yard is a little too risque...here is an idea. Herbs and  in particular grow well in pots. Placed as accent pieces on the porch or in distinct places in the yard they are quite attractive.

Growing a pot with purple, sweet and peppermint basil can be stunning. Add hanging baskets of cherry or grape tomatoes in red and yellow along with a pot of mesclun (mixed lettuces and greens) and you can grow wonderful fresh salads as well as saving money at the grocery store.

Ornamental cabbages make stunning borders. Grapevines over a trellis provide summer shade as well as delicious, healthy, healthy fruit. Artichokes are amazingly large plants and quite a stunning accent plant if you have room for one or two plants. A little creativity can lead to a beautiful and interesting low care landscape that gives you food for the table as well.