| Materials, accessories, and, of course, appropriate | | | | the appeal of the country without detracting from |
| plant life are all important aspects of a romantic | | | | the modern beauty of your home. Gazebos, quaint |
| cottage style garden design that brings elegance and | | | | foot bridges, and rustic fences can also add the |
| beauty to your outdoor space, as well as your home. | | | | charm of your country style garden. |
| Natural, twisting walkways, edged with flourishing | | | | Wildlife's Role in the English Garden |
| plants and shaded by majestic trees, thriving lawns | | | | Traditional English gardens were abundant with a |
| for relaxing and playing, and traditional county | | | | variety of insects, birds, and other wildlife that only |
| cottage style accessories create a simple outdoor | | | | complements the natural beauty of this landscape |
| living area full of beauty that complements your | | | | style. Garden accessories, like water gardens and |
| home. | | | | rustic bird baths or feeders, are one way to attract |
| Building English Garden Paths | | | | a number of species to your outdoor living space. |
| Secluded walkways with graceful curves and | | | | Certain plants and ground coverings are known to |
| abundant, free-flowing plant life are the foundation to | | | | attract wildlife like butterflies and hummingbirds. Plant |
| creating a genuine English landscape design. Garden | | | | fragrant lavender, clover, and small bushes with bright |
| paths meander through the landscape, allowing | | | | colored berries throughout the garden. Undisturbed |
| peaceful enjoyment of nature's pleasures. The | | | | grasslands and natural rock arrangements are also |
| materials used to build the walkways are the key to | | | | inviting to area wildlife. |
| a romantic, English atmosphere. | | | | English Garden Plants |
| These materials and design tips are perfect for your | | | | The country garden style is characterized by a lavish |
| English garden style outdoor living area: | | | | array of flowers, shrubs, and vines in a rainbow of |
| - Natural materials, like gravel and bark, make | | | | vibrant hues, complemented by majestic, curving |
| beautiful paths with a simplistic look. These materials | | | | trees providing relaxing shade from the afternoon |
| are inexpensive and relatively low-maintenance. | | | | sun. |
| - Stylish brick or stone pavers are a more luxurious | | | | Select a variety of country garden plants for your |
| option, lending an element of charm and grace to | | | | design, including blooms that provide color in each |
| your outdoor design. | | | | season. Some flowers and shrubs to consider are: |
| - Combine stone, gravel, and brick materials for a | | | | - Traditional country rose bushes, aromatic |
| more genuine English garden landscape design. | | | | honeysuckles, foxglove and primroses, and the |
| - Avoid formal angles and conservative patterns, | | | | native, graceful lily of the valley are excellent plants |
| integrating soft lines and curving designs that suggest | | | | for shady areas. |
| romance instead. | | | | - Potted herb gardens and planters filled with |
| The Charm of English Garden Accessories | | | | cornflowers, violas, and petunias can tolerate the |
| Your quaint English garden should be a relaxing and | | | | tranquil shade of your English garden as well. |
| tranquil place that allows you to enjoy the beauty of | | | | - Native flowers, peonies, easy to care for |
| fine outdoor living. The garden accessories you | | | | geraniums, and fragrantly luxurious sweet peas are |
| choose are an important influence on the overall | | | | other suggestions. |
| atmosphere and theme of your outdoor space. | | | | English garden landscape designs provide unique |
| Select decor that complements the free-flowing, | | | | outdoor living areas with a fun and whimsical |
| natural uniqueness of the English countryside. | | | | atmosphere. A landscape design plan that blends the |
| Green lawns with picturesque views of the most | | | | style of your home into the simple, natural charm of |
| beautiful aspects of your design are made functional | | | | your outdoor space can be perfected with the |
| with wooden garden furniture, like teak, that has an | | | | assistance of a professional landscape architect or |
| antique, aged appearance. Romantic benches or | | | | garden designer. Your design firm can also offer |
| intimate cottage style outdoor furniture, along with | | | | advice on the best country garden style for you and |
| quaint arbors and fragrantly adorned trellises, create | | | | your home. |