Whose garden couldn’t use a bit of a facelift from time to time? Here’s an article with some great tips for taking your garden space to a new level.
Renovate Your Garden and Create Your Own Whimsical Place
Aside from boosting your home’s appeal, a magical garden will provide you with a soothing haven where you can escape the hustle and bustle of the urban city and reconnect with nature. With a creative approach and a few enticing ideas, you can renovate your garden and give it a whimsical flair.
Make a meandering garden path
Whether your garden is right outside your backdoor entrance or a bit further in the back, a meandering path will set the magical tone for your sanctuary. You can use simple concrete pavers or gravel for your garden path while bricks, stones or flowers can line it. Make sure to add a few solar lamps that will illuminate your path at night.
Set up a tranquil sanctuary
You should have the perfect spot in your garden where you can simply sit back and enjoy it. It can be a set of comfy chairs or an entire lounge area, but the important thing is for you to be surrounded with nature. You can repurpose some of your old furniture, add several cosy additions, such as cushions and blankets, and set up a small table. You can experiment with the design, go with a specific style or theme, and even create an outdoor dining area. Setting up a hammock will truly cosy up your entire garden. This will be your relaxation zone where you can soak in the magical spirit of nature.
Add some shade for a cool atmosphere
When designing your cosy and peaceful sanctuary, you should make sure that it has enough shade. Not only will it keep you comfortable during those hot summer days or protect you against rain, but it will also protect your outdoor furniture. Sun umbrellas can be a casual addition, but they don’t cover a lot of space. Introducing quality shade sails is a more functional and durable solution that will cover more area, so you can go with a more spacious lounge design. Furthermore, you can find a custom sail design that will fit into your garden style.
Install whimsical lighting
Lighting is a crucial element for creating a whimsical atmosphere in your garden haven. With the right fixtures, you can create an ambience of romance while also accentuating your garden features. For a truly magical vibe, you can place fairy lights in your trees. They will subtly accentuate the leaves and natural forms while also introducing a feeling of comfort to your garden. Small solar fixtures dispersed around your garden will also add to its mood and create a wow effect.
Colour it up
A lush garden filled with colour truly comes to life. You can introduce various flowers and plants, including evergreen species that will embellish your garden all year round. Combining flowers of different size and colour, such as peonies, oriental lilies, hollyhock, alliums and others, will add to the magic of your whimsical garden. Furthermore, you can also use colourful planters to energise your garden sanctuary or paint simple stones and use them to line your garden. Your lounge space can also feature pops of vibrant hues used for accent details and lovely decorations.
Introduce quirky planters
Experimenting with planter designs can help you give your garden a quirky vibe. You have a range of unusual options, from an old bathtub to simple plastic bottles and containers. An old bicycle with a basket can also be a magical flower planter that will work as a mesmerising focal point, as well. Aside from helping you create a whimsical effect, these ideas will provide you with an opportunity to recycle old items and give them a new purpose.
Welcome a water feature
Introducing a water feature to your garden will give it a Zen-inspired vibe. The sound of water can invite serenity to your garden and help you relieve stress. You can design a small pond or add a fountain. Not only will this create a soothing atmosphere, but it can also be used as the stunning focal point of your whimsical garden.
Design a garden within your garden
If you’re a nature lover or have a green thumb, you should consider creating a garden within your garden. This can be a vertical garden used as a privacy screen for your outdoor sanctuary. Another popular option is to create your own edible garden. If you don’t have much space, you can just use a vegetable trug and plant your own salad or beetroot. This will provide you with completely natural, organic veggies that your whole family will love.
Renovating your garden can be an exciting project that will help you create a magically whimsical outdoor sanctuary.