How to Arrange Flower Gardens
Flower gardens are a beautiful addition to any type of landscape. A flower garden doesn't have to be very big to add character. It also does not have to be very difficult or complicated, usually the more simple the garden is the more appealing. Starting with a sketch and building your plan is the most exciting part.
- Map out how the sun hits you’re soon to be flower garden. This will be very important as you do not want to place flowers in full sun if they require shade. You will ensure the life of your flowers by following their sun preferences.
- Place the flowers that are taller towards the back of your flower bed. This will guarantee that smaller flowers are not overtaken by the taller larger flowers. You will also want to place the warmer shades of flowers in the back. Flowers such as reds and oranges can sometimes drown out the cooler colors such as blues and yellows of other flowers.
- Plant flowers with like colors closer to each other. If you need help with this look at a color wheel and that will give you an idea of what colors will go together. This will make your flower garden look more pleasant and uniform. Your eyes will not be drawn to one particular area but you will be able to see the flower bed as a whole.
- Plant your flowers in an arrangement that is appealing to you. Do you want to stay with a traditional look and place your flowers in rows? Do you want your flowerbed to be very informal and not have a set pattern? This is your decision, and as long as you follow these general guidelines you should have a beautiful garden in no time.