It is logical to assume that the exterior landscape and design of a home is a reflection of what might be inside the house. In other words, if a garden is a cluttered mish-mash of fountains, yard ornaments, bird feeders, and statues, then it is a safe assumption that the inside of the home is cluttered and decorated inappropriately and ostentatiously, as well. Conversely, a neat landscape with edged lawns, symmetric flowerbeds, and gardens with understated, creative decor allows us to know that the inside of the home is just as beautiful.
When decorating your garden, choose to place items using the same logic that you might use when decorating your home interior. Since you probably create balance in your home with appropriate accessories, pictures, and furniture, extend that balance to your garden through creative decorating. Follow these suggestions for creative garden decorating:
Strategic placement of planters, statues, painted rocks, bird houses, hummingbird feeders, and urns can turn your garden into a respite from your busy world, while you pause to stroll through or sit and rest. You can even use in-ground or overhead lighting so that you can use your garden at night.
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2016-01-11 16:45:12
penny love-lipinski
Great idea to re-use wheelbarrows for mini gardens..I have 8 in my backyard..geraniums always a lovely display..placed one near my vegie boxes..excellent for mint!
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