Gardening spaces are not only a luxury for homeowners, but they also have many health benefits. In fact, a scientific study found that nearly 65% of participants felt that gardening was the best form of leisure activity.
But here’s the eye-opener: gardening isn’t just about watering your plants daily or planting a few seeds here and there; it’s a lot more.
You need to make sure that the entire space looks clean and well-kept, your plants are not overexposed or underexposed to the sun, the surrounding decorations don’t limit your plants’ growth, and the list goes on.
If you’re looking for some creative ideas on how to decorate your garden space, then this piece can be of great help.
Build an arch
You must have seen an arched trellis in a lot of filmy gardens. But, this can be a reality without you having to spend a bomb. In fact, when installed, it also serves as the perfect divider between your home and backyard.
For the perfect arched trellis, cover the arch with leaves and vines. You may even add small flowers to brighten it up. Try to plant at least one crop on each side, but make sure that the seeds aren’t overcrowded.
You can also use the arch as a focal point for making speeches or hosting intimate gatherings when guests come over.
Make a garden island
Building a garden island is a time-consuming task, but once done, it will give your garden a magical appearance.
All you have to do is buy pots in different colors and materials. Arrange the pots in a way that the largest ones are at the back and the smallest are right in the front.
You can create an illusion of a waterfall using vines and other creepers. Since the island will be viewed from all four sides, you can also plant tall, full plants in the center to grab attention.
You can further accessorize the area with some metal decorative pieces built with the help of DXF files for CNC machines.
Install contemporary lights
If you already have gardening-specific lights, consider replacing them with something aesthetic that can do both jobs – brightness and appearance!
For example, you can set up an outdoor table and some chairs for a dinner party. Install fairy lights or hanging lanterns nearby and use them while eating dinner outside or even while gardening at night!
These lights can also help you see better in the dark so that guests don’t trip or fall over. You can also use candle lamps, but make sure to keep fire extinguishers handy.
Craft a sun catcher
You’ve heard of wind-catchers, but have you heard of sun-catchers? Well, they’re almost the same, except that sun-catchers look brighter and more cheerful! The best thing about sun-catchers is that you can make them all by yourself with only a few materials.
Take a block of wood and carve a sunflower. You can also carve any other flower of your choice. Next, paint it using acrylic paints. You may even add a coat of paint-shine to make the flower look glossy.
Finally, hang strings of beads or colorful glass from the flower to complete the look. Hang the sun-catcher from a pole in the garden, preferably at the center.
Make space in the garden
Sure, installing different things in the garden can make it look beautiful. But the entire garden will look cluttered if you fail to manage the space wisely.
So, when you’re revamping your garden space, start with decluttering.
Further, make choices depending on the size of your garden. For example, if you have a small garden or backyard, don’t choose large garden sculptures. Similarly, if the garden is too big, a few small lanterns or decoration items won’t be enough.
Use garden scents
Your garden may emanate different kinds of smells, some of which may not be so pleasant as that of rotten leaves. This will not only be a turn-off for you but also for any guests.
To prevent this, you can plant fragrant flowers like honeysuckle or jasmine along the garden path. If you have a small fountain or water body, put garden-friendly air fresheners around it.
Just like room fresheners make the room feel more airy and comfortable, garden scents make the outdoor space more inviting.
Conclusion
While these may be some of the most efficient ideas, it’s not all. There’s so much more – like you can add splashes of colors using ceramic decorations or add faux grass for stepping stones.
Whatever ideas you choose from this list or outside – remember to always treat your plants well. Just like you, they also need love, care, and nourishment.