Check out these stylish options that define your outdoor space.
Finding the right balance between privacy and an imposing wall or fence can be tricky. It’s best to consider options from the beginning rather than looking for a solution after you’re done gardening. If possible, set boundaries and responsibilities by looking at your house deed and discussing issues with your neighbors early. When finished, you can install the fence and erect the walls without damaging the new plantings. This will give your garden a chance to grow and will smooth out additional rows as early as next spring.
A wide plank. A warm-toned cedar fence provides a relaxing backdrop to this romantic outdoor space. The wide wooden planks with large gaps in between create an effect that is less lively than the narrow styles and better suited to this cottage style planting.
Dry stone. The gentle curves of the pale Cotswold stone walls easily offset naturalistic plantings. A floating bench made of the same wood as the deck is integrated into the wall structure.
Garden Wall: A dry stone wall is still in the garden
Monochrome. An all-grey palette allows lush greenery to take center stage patio retreat. Walls and hedges painted the same color, along with matching pavers, unify the design and boundaries of the garden.
Living Green. Explore the empty vertical space of a small courtyard with high walls. Layers of wall-mounted troughs are filled to the brim with foliage to create a vertical garden. Exterior lighting on the long arm ensures that the display still looks great over time
Dark tones. Dark paint, which perfectly highlights the plants, is an exterior staple this year. Sultry tones also make walls recede. Choose dark gray, navy or black if you want to blur the distinction between bare concrete blocks or breathe new life into an old fence.
The magic of the Mediterranean. Tall walls take advantage of the available space on this cute patio. There is also a fireplace to warm you up on chilly evenings. A clump of lavender creates a fragrant oasis, and piles of pallets neatly organized with custom glass tops serve as rustic tables for cozy corner benches
Beautiful bricks. Aged brick walls glistening with flowers and warmed by the sun create a delightful atmosphere for al fresco dining. This charming garden keeps it simple with ‘Annabelle’ hydrangeas and neat boxwood balls in terracotta pots.
Built-in bench. You will fall asleep to the gentle sound of grass as you relax in this spacious nook. Using the same material for the fence and sofa in this garden will achieve maximum cohesion. The contrast comes in the form of climbers and other informal plantings along the bench tops that balance angular lines.
There are many plants. One of the best things you can do to create a feeling of isolation among the greenery and flowers in your garden is to shade heavily planted hedges and walls. After all, who wants the boundaries of space to draw more attention than flowers?
Let us know: Do you have a nice garden wall, new or old? I’d love to see your photos in the comments below.
