Garden Beauty: Doing More with Less
A small garden that is overcrowded with shrubs may leave no space for comfortable outdoor relaxation. Furthermore, this tends to detract from any view that may exist.
You can solve this problem by clearing the clutter, providing clean lines and shifting focus to a picturesque view.
Let's say we have a small 25 by 50 foot space. We can begin by removing the plantings that are crowding our space and then elevating the patio at the rear. Low walls accentuate the area and can be used as seating when entertaining guests. By doing this we can eliminate the need for bulky furniture- really opening up the space.
Fashion a 10 to 15 foot long pond to serve as the centerpiece of your space and pave the area with gravel. Then, frame the perimeter with shrubs that are maintained with minimal care and use small trees that won't obstruct your new, gorgeous view.
When dressing a small garden, remember to maximize the details. Use quality materials, accessories and small plants.
Boring walls can be brought to life by adding vines. For instance, a Boston ivy's foliage transitions from yellow to orange then to red. Through each transition your walls will look new and enjoy added style and character.
A great choice for any tight space is to give your pots a streamlined look by choosing an attractive container for a single shrub. Place a container that matches your wall's hue as a shrub border. For example, create a water-filled birdbath that not only looks nice but will actually draw birds that will add beauty in sight and sound to your garden.
Small trees like the 'Butterfly' that grows up to 7 feet should be used to accent your garden. These trees, which have small bluish greens leaves with a white edge, make a charming addition. So if you are thinking about redoing your garden remember that you can do it for a lot less than expected.
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