Few gardeners are satisfied with merely having flowers, shrubs, trees and lawns in their garden.
Even the smallest of gardens can be given some additional character and appeal by adding one or more of the following features.
A strategically sited pergola entwined with wisteria, clematis or honeysuckle makes a perfect roof for a patio or can easily transform a simple pathway.
That garden path, whether it be winding or straight, will certainly become more memorable if it leads to an exciting and attractive display or garden feature such as an ornamental pond, or such as a fountain which only comes into view after the sound of water is heard on your approach.
Smaller features could include a variety of stone statues or figurines shaped in the form of animals or leprechauns.
For others a garden bench situated in a tranquil and shady part of the garden would be more to their liking, providing a scenic and restful place for them to be able to read their favorite book without any interruptions.
Perhaps a bird table would make an ideal addition to your garden while at the same as providing you with plenty of joy from feeding the birds and watching them congregate to their table to feed and play.
Other interesting garden features could include a brick barbeque with a large grill for preparing food along the top, and a metal tray underneath to hold the charcoal.
Alternatively you could use something even more versatile for a garden feature such as a clay chiminea, positioned close to the patio where it could offer heat and light during those cold dull evenings, or for burning aromatic wood to keep mosquitos and bugs away.
Even the smallest of gardens can be given some additional character and appeal by adding one or more of the following features.
A strategically sited pergola entwined with wisteria, clematis or honeysuckle makes a perfect roof for a patio or can easily transform a simple pathway.
That garden path, whether it be winding or straight, will certainly become more memorable if it leads to an exciting and attractive display or garden feature such as an ornamental pond, or such as a fountain which only comes into view after the sound of water is heard on your approach.
Smaller features could include a variety of stone statues or figurines shaped in the form of animals or leprechauns.
For others a garden bench situated in a tranquil and shady part of the garden would be more to their liking, providing a scenic and restful place for them to be able to read their favorite book without any interruptions.
Perhaps a bird table would make an ideal addition to your garden while at the same as providing you with plenty of joy from feeding the birds and watching them congregate to their table to feed and play.
Other interesting garden features could include a brick barbeque with a large grill for preparing food along the top, and a metal tray underneath to hold the charcoal.
Alternatively you could use something even more versatile for a garden feature such as a clay chiminea, positioned close to the patio where it could offer heat and light during those cold dull evenings, or for burning aromatic wood to keep mosquitos and bugs away.
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