Nothing relaxes the senses better than relaxing outdoors - and if you are one of the lucky owners of a garden, you are faced with a big challenge, especially in spring - namely the harmonious organization of the outdoor area. We try to support you in the task and take a closer look at the 20 basic elements so that you can design the perfect garden.
1. Design the dream garden – plan like the professionals
If you want to design your dream garden, you should plan it in detail. It's worth itto use a garden planner– and to clarify the planting of the individual areas in advance. Create a sketch and mark what you have planted where - so that you can orientate yourself according to the flowering period and overwintering. Our tip - combine flowers that bloom in spring with those that bloom in summer - this way the outdoor area will always look colorful and beautiful.
2. Lay out the garden path
You already have detailsthe flowerbedsplanned and can't wait to start gardening? Now there is only one important task left before you start planting the garden with enthusiasm - namely laying the garden paths. There are different variants to choose from - but you definitely have tothe style of the garden pathcoordinate with the garden style. An English garden will look cozy with a gravel path, paving stones fit perfectly with the Japanese style and a country-style design will be better accentuated by the stone paths.
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Natural stone slabs lead to a garden bench
3. Water features
The flowing water is known to calm the senses and has a relaxing effect - that's whyWater features are an important elementfrom any outdoor area. If the property is large enough, it is worth creating a garden pond. If there is not enough space for this, you can invest in a well. If the garden is on a hill, you can build a waterfall.
4. The rock garden in the spotlight
The rock garden has been trendy for several years - the easy-care design is just one of the reasons why more and more people are creating a Japanese-style garden corner. Basically, larger and smaller stones are combined according to certain rules. You can find out more about this in ourArticles about the rock gardenread.
5. Trees for shade
The trees are another important element - they can provide shade, produce fruit or simply add pizzazz to the garden. You can find out which trees are suitable for your garden in ourArticles about tree speciesexperience.
6. Display flowers creatively
Even if you want to create a beautiful, colorful garden, it is worth leaving free space for houseplants and potted plants. Creatively arrange a small corner and place yoursFavorite flowers on display.
7. Design the lawn
If you have a larger property, it is worth itSpace for a lawnto be released. Basically, the lawn is divided into two groups - ornamental lawns (decorative only) or the more durable sports lawns. No matter which option you choose, you need to know a lot about the types of lawn.
8. Create a play area for the children
The cozy onePlay area for childrenOf course, it shouldn't be missed - there are numerous variants of tree houses to choose from. However, when assembling, you should pay attention to the stability of the construction and take the safety of children into account.
9. Design a sports field in the backyard
Mini golf, football or volleyball – the choice is in your hands. You simply need to fence off the playground so that windows and flowers are not damaged by the ball.
10. Refreshing cooling on the hot summer days
DieGarden shower offers the possibilityto refresh yourself after a long day under the hot rays of the sun. In this case, tall plants or screens can provide the necessary privacy protection.
11. Design a patio – a cozy outdoor seating area
If you want to create a cozy outdoor seating area, of course you needthe right furniture. You can get an overview of the variants in our article on garden furniture.
12. Swimming pond – charming natural look
TheSwimming pondis an environmentally friendly alternative to the traditional pool. It consists of two pools - one contains special aquatic plants that purify the water. The naturally purified water is fed to the swimming pool with a pump.
13. Garden fence and wall protect the outside area
A fence or wall provides privacy and visually separates the front garden from the street and neighboring houses. Our tip –Climbing plants and tall plantsmake the fence look natural.
14. Hanging plants beautify the terrace and balcony
Beautify the patio with hanging plants. The biggest advantage – they takeSignificantly less space than flower potsand at the same time shield the seating area. Our tip – for a beautiful terrace, hang several plant pots at different heights.
15. The retaining wall and gabion for the hillside garden
Retaining wall and gabions prevent landslides and contribute to stability on a slope. You can also subtly divide the garden into several areas. Which stones are suitable for this?Construction of retaining wallsuitable, we guessed in the link.
16. Outdoor kitchen and garden grill - this is how you enjoy the summer
The outdoor kitchen and garden grill are a nice addition for anyone who likes to spend time outdoors in summer and enjoy cooking with the family.You can find instructions hereHow you can build a garden grill yourself.
17. The fire bowl – attractive addition
DieFire bowl is small, easy to move and extremely practical - so the cold evenings are no longer a problem and nothing stands in the way of a garden party.
18. Sunscreen
Whether parasol, sun sail or a beautiful pergola – the variations are practically endless. Nowadays you can find something suitable for every garden situation and every budget. Before buying, you should of course measure the available free space and, if possible, create a sketch.
19. Lighting – save electricity with a solar system
PracticalLED lightsSolar cells are trendy - and the reason for this is very simple - it can reduce electricity costs. Areas that absolutely need to be well lit - the garden path, the pool, anywhere you might trip /stairs, gabions, garden fence, taller shrubs, trees/.
