Top tips for garden design
Top tips for garden design
Whether your starting a new garden or revamping your existing one these tips will help you push your garden design to the next level
Paint Your Fence
Painting you fence can have a huge impact on your garden. You can add a splash of colour, pale colours will make your garden feel bigger, brighter and have a calming effect, and dark colours can create impact and contrast
Shape Your Lawn
Lawns don't have to be boring rectangles running from fence to fence! Circles and ovals can make your borders feel larger and boundaries further away, while less formal curved shapes can feel more natural. For more formal designs consider the size and shape of your lawn and if it could be divided into more than one lawn or have a planting area in the centre
Patio Slab Size
Choose your patio slabs based on the size of the area they're covering, small slabs and tiles will make a smaller patio feel larger
Seclude Seating Areas
Add some privacy, shade and interest to seating areas by partially screening them, bordering with taller plants and using climbing plants on boundaries. You can also use these to frame the view you see from a seating area and highlight the stronger areas of your garden
Use Reflections
Water bowls and ponds are great for reflecting light into areas of your garden. Mirrors on boundaries can also help smaller gardens feel larger
Shape Borders
Like lawns, consider the shape and depths of your borders and planted areas. You can use them to create winding paths, divide areas and dictate the formality of your garden
Design For All Senses
Gardens are a treat for your eyes but you can take yours to the next level by incorporating elements of sound and scent. Running water is an obvious choice, but grasses and shrubs in areas that catch the breeze can add a rustling sound and encouraging wild birds are great too. Include plants for their scents as well as their looks and plant them near seating areas and path
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Feel the buzz of a bee pollinated garden!
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Caring for your indoor plants
Houseplants, as well as looking pretty, have many health and psychological benefits including reduced stress levels, blood pressure and breathing problems to name just a couple. Follow the advice below to get the most from your indoor plants:
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Design hacks for your dream urban garden
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