An introduction to cottage gardens
Cottage gardens are a classic style in British garden design. The
busy mixture of sweet scented flowers and quaint features creates a
homely atmosphere that cannot be beaten. Join us to see just what a
cottage garden should look like.
The beds of a cottage garden should always be informal and relaxed.
A
cottage garden breaks the rules, with plants being placed close
together and seemingly at random. In reality however it takes time and
care to design a garden that appears entirely natural.
The
garden should be full of heady aromas. Use the likes of Rosemary,
Lavender, and honeysuckle which provide great scent and colour. They
can also be cut and placed indoors to perfume the house.
A
cottage garden should always feel warm and cozy, perhaps even a little
claustrophobic. Use height such as arches, hedges, trellises, and
pergolas to turn the garden into your own enclosed haven.
You
can create an effective cottage garden in any space, from a modern
home, to a terrace house or small patio. Do not feel restricted by your
homes style.
No cottage garden is complete
without roses, in both shrub and bush form, and even climbing, perhaps
creating a dramatic arch for your entrance.