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Have you ever looked out at your garden and wished it was a little more visually enticing? It’s easy to assume that it takes a huge amount of time, effort and a fair bit of cash to create a spectacular outdoor space, but this isn’t always the case. If your garden is more bland than beautiful, here are some eye-catching features that can instantly transform your yard.
Water Features
Water features have an incredible impact on the aesthetic of your garden, but they can also create a very relaxed and therapeutic ambiance. Adding a small fountain, or other water feature, can enhance any space, from a compact, low-maintenance yard to a sprawling back garden, there are many options available. Channel the opulence of country estates with ornamental statues, add a rustic touch with a traditional duck pond or go for something more modern and minimalist like a stainless steel sphere.
Have a look around garden centers, browse online galleries, and flick through magazines to get ideas. If you plan to add a pond, it’s a good idea to use the Internet to find out more about water pumps, and general upkeep and maintenance. Take great care when adding water features to gardens that may be used by children. If you have small children or grandchildren that like to visit, an added measure of security would be fence off the area.
Pergolas, Gazebos, and Garden Sheds
Are you keen to make your garden a little more interesting to look at or more versatile? If so, external structures can offer both style and substance. Pergolas look beautiful when adorned with flowers and climbing plants, and they also provide a bit of shelter during bad weather. Gazebos and summerhouses enable you to use your yard all year-round, as well as offering an attractive focal point. Garden sheds can even be turned into mini-craft rooms or a personalized “she shed.”
Planters
Contrary to popular belief, you don’t have to be a green-fingered guru to create a stunning garden. If you don’t have flower beds, or you’re not confident when it comes to sowing seeds or planting bulbs, garden planters are an excellent investment. You can choose from crates, boxes, buckets, tubs or even quirky items like wheelbarrows, baskets, or watering cans to display flowers and plants and add color and vibrancy to your outdoor area.
Garden Seating
Many of us enjoy spending time in the garden, and there’s nothing more relaxing than kicking back with a good book or a refreshing drink at the end of a busy day. If your garden furniture has seen better days, or you’re relegated to the lawn every time you fancy chilling out in the backyard, why not treat yourself to some new seating? Go for a chic sofa set for a modern yard, a retro picnic bench for a more traditional look or some oversized bean bag chairs and hammocks for a tranquil outdoor oasis. Adding some outdoor lighting will finish the look.
Can the look of your garden improve with a makeover? If so, there are endless ways to transform the design and add visual appeal without overhauling the entire yard or taking on a massive project. If you’re looking to revamp your yard, hopefully, this guide has given you some ideas and inspiration.
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