How to Design English Gardens
If you have ever been to England, you probably noticed the lovely gardens. You do not have to live in England to enjoy beautiful gardens. You can design your own English garden right in your own backyard. An English garden looks fantastic if you are attempting to create a cottage feel to your home.
- Choose the colors you want in your
garden, but keep the main colors or theme of the garden to no more
than four. Make sure the colors you choose are contrasting, such as
perennial blooms with opposite colors. Use darker and lighter colors
as they compliment each other well. - Keep in mind that English gardens
are typically free flowing, but your garden should have some
structure to it as well. To create this look, you will need to group
your various flowers, however, the width or the height should not be
symmetrical. Rather, create the balance within the garden bed itself
with the different flower choices as well as their texture. - Borders are extremely important
when creating an English garden. The border should be at least three
feet in width or wider and curve with some narrowing areas. - Remember that for an English
garden, you will need to use some amount of accessories. This is
normally at the entrance of your garden. You can place a trellis
with vines makes a wonderful entrance into your English garden. You
can create your English garden that will impress your neighbors and
friends. Expect them to ask you for help with their own garden
plans!