Beauty and Harmony In All Seasons

Creating a garden so that all the features appear to belong together is on-going and constantly developing.  When selecting your favorite plants, pots and garden decor, harmony can certainly be achieved by following some basic gardening tips.  First, choose a color theme that complements the color and style of your house; color creates visual interest but too much color without unity can be distracting.  Next, plants with similar color, shape, or style can be arranged in repeating patterns to increase visual interest. Grouping similar plants and colors together also helps display uniformity.  Be sure to choose shape, height and style of plant that works well with the designated area of the garden; this will reduce the amount of care required as the plants mature.  Finally, choose a variety that work will in spring, summer and fall.  Robust colorful variations will ensure your outdoor space is appealing and has a nice harmonious look throughout the seasons.

Your Garden from the Window!

As summer approaches there may be days in which we can only gaze outside to take in the beauty of our backyard garden from the comfort of the air conditioning, so your outdoor space must be visually interesting and strategically located.  Make those things that are most colorful and inviting, your favorite outdoor pieces, the focal point from a rear window or sliding door.  Beauty is define differently by each individual, but your garden is defined by you, so identify what you want to communicate or what you may want to use to create a mood or initiate conversation.  Is it the rustic look with vintage decor or the bright vibrant colors that contrast the natural hues that are your personal touch?  Enhance the beauty of what nature has already provided whether you are right inside looking out or actually relaxing outdoors.  Look at these beautiful examples of what others see as they gaze out their backdoor or rear windows!