Tag: design
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When Miranda Perrett commissioned Butter Wakefield to redesign her Chelsea townhouse garden, her brief was for a natural look, with plenty of greenery to soften any hard landscaping: ‘We look out at the garden constantly, so I wanted something that looked good all year and was gentle on the eye, very natural and not too…
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There are many ways to approach the design of a narrow backyard, and this garden is a lesson in how much can be achieved in a small space. There is an abundance of textures, features and backyard ideas to enjoy in this urban garden, including patterned paving, feature trellising and integrated lighting, while the planting…
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When designer Collette Dinnigan purchased her homestead in Bowral, NSW, in 2018, the garden wasn’t at all remarkable. “There were a few hydrangea bushes and some well-established trees,” she recalls of the two-hectare property. However, while she wasn’t well-versed in garden design at the time, she ploughed ahead and tapped into her intuitive style to create…
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Use these tips to make a big impact in your landscape with beautiful spring-flowering bulbs. With a little strategic planting, you’ll be able to enjoy these colorful plants for years to come. Add Pockets of Color Credit: David Goldberg It’s easy to create bright, eye-catching accents by tucking small groups of bulbs among perennials, shrubs,…
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16 expert tips and tricks for a small garden Becky Luigart-Stayner “Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links.” Even the smallest outdoor spaces can have a big impact. With thoughtful design and strategic planting, you can create a garden or balcony that feels like your own personal…
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The concept of the paradise garden dates back thousands of years, with historical examples found in Persian, Mughal and Andalusian designs. These gardens were intended as places of peace and reflection, sanctuaries with flowing water and rich in flora. In contrast to naturalistic gardens that are popular today, paradise gardens are deliberate, with planned pathways,…
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What is homesteading? It’s really a mindset—a desire to be self-sufficient. Learn more about growing in a large vegetable garden or on a small farm. Plus, here are three sample garden layouts to get you started. What is Homesteading? The word “homesteading” comes from The Homesteading Act of 1862, which encouraged settlement of the Great West by giving away…
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Key Takeaways • A garden design that feels timeless is one that suits your home’s architecture, while still meeting your everyday needs. • Perennial borders that rely on soft-colored flowers always feel classic. • Using aged materials and allowing mature trees to remain help give a garden a timeless quality. When Karli and Jim Hagedorn…
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Looking for Zen garden ideas on a budget? This garden style is all about bringing tranquillity into your outdoor space. Luckily, many of the best Zen garden ideas involve materials which are cheap to source – think gravel, cobbles and sand – and it’s a minimalist concept, meaning you won’t have to worry about splurging…
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Garden owners are frequently found hunting for design ideas for awkward corners. In my experience, almost every plot has at least one of these problematic spaces, so it’s not surprising that we all seek innovative solutions for our yards. Overlooked and underused, outdoor nooks can quickly become unsightly, clutter hotspots, especially if they don’t have…