- Cottage Flower Garden Ideas
The cottage landscape aesthetic never truly goes out of style. But this semi-wild, bountiful trend is particularly popular right now.
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To pull off this look, plant flowers close together. One strategy that works great is to build a base of flowering perennials and fill in the small gaps each year with annuals. It’s better to overfill a small flower bed than to leave a large one half-empty.
A cottage garden design should be just as much about function as it is attractiveness. Traditionally, these gardens include an equal mix of ornamental and edible plants (herbs, vegetables, and fruit). On that note, plant some native, pollinator-friendly flowers to create a quaint butterfly garden.
2. Balcony or Rooftop Flower Garden Ideas
Not everyone has the luxury of a yard. But with a green thumb and some thoughtful design, balcony gardens can be just (or even more) beautiful.
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If space is a limited resource, opt for rail-mounted, tiered, or hanging planters to get the most from the available square footage. Don’t forget to add some floral intrigue to your balcony’s staircase or any other architectural elements.
Large rooftops or balconies can easily get away with perennial garden containers. Use flowering shrubs to frame the space, either positioned along the balcony’s edge or around your outdoor furniture. Ornamental trees are also an option.
13. Patio Flower Garden Flower Garden Ideas
If your backyard doubles as an outdoor living space, you might not want to make your flower bed the star of the show. Instead, you can place some potted flowers around your patio or frame the main area with a border garden.
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If your patio features a pergola, trellis, or connects to a gazebo, don’t waste that vertical space. Hang potted plants or train your favorite blooming vine to spread some color overhead, as well.
You can replace a boring foliage hedge with extra-large hydrangeas or rhododendrons. These plants can add much-needed privacy to a patio or pool area. Unlike most traditional hedge shrubs, though, you’ll need to consider petal cleanup at the end of the season!
3. Flower Path Garden Ideas
Have you ever wanted to recreate the look and feel of the classic storybook home? All you’re missing is a colorful, aromatic flower path.
The best location for a flower path will depend on your property layout. While lining a path leading to your front door will deliver the most impact, this isn’t an option for everyone. Other great ideas include a flower-lined walkway leading to a shed, patio, or gazebo.
When it comes to choosing plants, the world is your oyster. Flowering bushes will bloom into large, privacy-granting hedges. Small flowers will create a vast sea of color your guests won’t soon forget. Either way, containers are always an option if in-ground planting isn’t.
