Garden Design Ideas

12 May 2011




garden design ideas

Garden Design Ideas UK

After a long day at work, it would really be nice to relax in your garden where there is serenity and peace. There should be harmony between your plants and other elements like furniture and your fixtures. But what are the things you need to remember in creating a beautiful, inviting and relaxing garden. Here are some thoughts for you.

In creating an inviting garden you have to determine the space it will take up. You must assess the area. Consider the size, boundary and soil condition so that we can be aware of what needs to replaced, move or retain. It is best to have a sketch of your layout. This will allow you to estimate the area where you will put your plants and your fixtures. If there are existing fixtures or furniture, decide whether to move or remove it. It should be proportion to everything you have in your garden space.

After the layout, you can start creating your garden by putting in the fixed features. Mark the areas that you needed to clear like the pathway, or where you will put your chairs and tables or where you will put your water features. In doing so, this will allow you to see the spots that needs to be filled in. Furniture that will be used should complement the other elements of your garden. Furniture like wicker sofa, coffee table set and armchair should be comfortable to add relaxing effect on your garden. If you are choosing a theme like you want it to be a tropical garden, formal garden, or Italian garden, make sure that everything complement each other to create a softer look.

Empty areas will be the next step in putting up your garden. Think of what type of flowers, shrubs, ferns and trees that you will use. Think if the plant needs to placed in a sunny area or will also live in shaded places. Use plants that will look good in any type of weather. This will allow your garden to be versatile to avoid replanting trees every now and then. Creating shapes will also affect the look of your garden. A square design will look more formal. Circle and oblong makes your space wider and rectangle creates a longer look for your garden.

And remember, the best way to create a garden that looks great is to make it simple. Complexity adds stress and we should avoid it. You can visit public gardens for you to get an idea in creating your garden but since you are creating your own garden, personal touch will definitely help in creating a relaxing garden for you and your family.

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Home Garden Design Ideas part 1


Oxo SteeL Kitchen Tool and Utensil Rack


Oxo SteeL Kitchen Tool and Utensil Rack


$9.00


Keep your favorite kitchen implements nearby and ready for use with this handy tool rack from Oxo’s stainless-steel line. Made entirely from stainless steel, the rack comes with six fully independent sliding hooks. The hooks feature an open design compatible with Oxo’s steel tools, Oxo Good Grips tools, and most other kitchen gadgets with a hole in the handle. The rack’s brushed finish wipes down …

Coca-Cola Wall Mount Bottle Opener


Coca-Cola Wall Mount Bottle Opener


$6.30


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West Bend 82386 Kettle Krazy Popcorn Popper and Nut Roaster


West Bend 82386 Kettle Krazy Popcorn Popper and Nut Roaster


$34.00


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Family Like Branches On A Tree vinyl lettering wall sayings home art decor


Family Like Branches On A Tree vinyl lettering wall sayings home art decor


$3.20


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Duck Duct Tape - In Your Choice of Patterns


Duck Duct Tape – In Your Choice of Patterns



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Umbra Wallflutter Wall Décor, Set of 20


Umbra Wallflutter Wall Décor, Set of 20


$18.75


These stylish Wallflutter wall decor dragonflies are an easy, graphic way to decorate your space. Made from lightweight, molded plastic with a nickel finish, they mount to the wall or any metal surface with simple tack-and-magnet combination hardware for endless configurations – your imagination is the limit! Set of 20 dragonflies includes four sizes ranging from 4.5″ x 2.5″ x .5″ to 5.75″ x 3.25″…

Global Treasures VERSAILLES Chateau De Versailles Paris, France


Global Treasures VERSAILLES Chateau De Versailles Paris, France


$1.99



Global Treasures VERSAILLES Chateau De Versailles Paris, France


Global Treasures VERSAILLES Chateau De Versailles Paris, France


$11.96



Global Treasures VERSAILLES Chateau De Versailles Paris, France (NTSC)


Global Treasures VERSAILLES Chateau De Versailles Paris, France (NTSC)




Fred 12-Ounce Pick Your Nose Paper Cups, Pack of 24


Fred 12-Ounce Pick Your Nose Paper Cups, Pack of 24


$8.50


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NEW! Catit Design Senses Grass Garden Kit


NEW! Catit Design Senses Grass Garden Kit


$25.99


The Catit Senses Grass Garden Kit gives you the means to grow a controlled amount of grass indoors for your cat to nibble on. The grass grown in the Grass Garden offers a natural source of fiber, which aids in digestion and prevents hairball build-up. This is an ideal solution for brining the nutritional benefits of the outdoors to indoor cats. The surrounding accu-pressure mat provides pressure point paw massage while your cat feasts. The Grass Garden is refillable when your cat has finished the provided grass. Natural source of fiber Aids in digestion and prevents hairball build-up Accu-Pressure Mat provides point paw massage

Mini Window Sill Garden garden kit


Mini Window Sill Garden garden kit


$12


How does your garden grow? Find out with your very own miniature windowsill garden. This adorable mini ceramic garden set includes two pots and a watering can, plus a tray hold them. Paint the windowsill set with ceramic paint in any design or pattern you like. There’s also a set of tiny garden tools to paint too. Soil and seeds are included. You just need to add water and place in the sunshine then watch your mini garden grow. Recommended for ages 7 and up.

Spring Garden Low Hutch


Spring Garden Low Hutch


$315


The Spring Garden Collection by Lea is crafted of hardwoods and wood products in a clean painted finish with painted accents and metal hardware. Each piece is available in white, pink, and yellow. Dainty feminine details and a fresh, versatile design make the Spring Garden collection by Lea a great bedroom solution for your child.

Spring Garden Drawer Desk


Spring Garden Drawer Desk


$656.99


The Spring Garden Collection by Lea is crafted of hardwoods and wood products in a clean painted finish with painted accents and metal hardware. Each piece is available in white, pink, and yellow. Dainty feminine details and a fresh, versatile design make the Spring Garden collection by Lea a great bedroom solution for your child.

Spring Garden Single Dresser


Spring Garden Single Dresser


$656.99


The Spring Garden Collection by Lea is crafted of hardwoods and wood products in a clean painted finish with painted accents and metal hardware. Each piece is available in white, pink, and yellow. Dainty feminine details and a fresh, versatile design make the Spring Garden collection by Lea a great bedroom solution for your child.

Spring Garden Drawer Chest


Spring Garden Drawer Chest


$598.5


The Spring Garden Collection by Lea is crafted of hardwoods and wood products in a clean painted finish with painted accents and metal hardware. Each piece is available in white, pink, and yellow. Dainty feminine details and a fresh, versatile design make the Spring Garden collection by Lea a great bedroom solution for your child.

Spring Garden Vanity Mirror


Spring Garden Vanity Mirror


$588.99


The Spring Garden Collection by Lea is crafted of hardwoods and wood products in a clean painted finish with painted accents and metal hardware. Each piece is available in white, pink, and yellow. Dainty feminine details and a fresh, versatile design make the Spring Garden collection by Lea a great bedroom solution for your child.

Spring Garden Vertical Mirror


Spring Garden Vertical Mirror


$436.99


The Spring Garden Collection by Lea is crafted of hardwoods and wood products in a clean painted finish with painted accents and metal hardware. Each piece is available in white, pink, and yellow. Dainty feminine details and a fresh, versatile design make the Spring Garden collection by Lea a great bedroom solution for your child.

Spring Garden Large Hutch


Spring Garden Large Hutch


$642.99


The Spring Garden Collection by Lea is crafted of hardwoods and wood products in a clean painted finish with painted accents and metal hardware. Each piece is available in white, pink, and yellow. Dainty feminine details and a fresh, versatile design make the Spring Garden collection by Lea a great bedroom solution for your child.

Gardman R616 Foldaway Garden Kneeler Seat


Gardman R616 Foldaway Garden Kneeler Seat


$37.96


Garden kneeler seat Foldable design Dual usage seat or kneeler

Spring Garden Drawer Double Dresser


Spring Garden Drawer Double Dresser


$598.5


The Spring Garden Collection by Lea is crafted of hardwoods and wood products in a clean painted finish with painted accents and metal hardware. Each piece is available in white, pink, and yellow. Dainty feminine details and a fresh, versatile design make the Spring Garden collection by Lea a great bedroom solution for your child.

Spring Garden Bookcase/Media Chest


Spring Garden Bookcase/Media Chest


$710.99


The Spring Garden Collection by Lea is crafted of hardwoods and wood products in a clean painted finish with painted accents and metal hardware. Each piece is available in white, pink, and yellow. Dainty feminine details and a fresh, versatile design make the Spring Garden collection by Lea a great bedroom solution for your child.

Spring Garden Baby Crib-Pink


Spring Garden Baby Crib-Pink


$735


The Spring Garden Collection by Lea is crafted of hardwoods and wood products in a clean painted finish with painted accents and metal hardware. Each piece is available in white, pink, and yellow. Dainty feminine details and a fresh, versatile design make the Spring Garden collection by Lea a great bedroom solution for your child.

Spring Garden Baby Crib-Yellow


Spring Garden Baby Crib-Yellow


$735


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Spring Garden Baby Crib-White


Spring Garden Baby Crib-White


$735


The Spring Garden Collection by Lea is crafted of hardwoods and wood products in a clean painted finish with painted accents and metal hardware. Each piece is available in white, pink, and yellow. Dainty feminine details and a fresh, versatile design make the Spring Garden collection by Lea a great bedroom solution for your child.

Spring Garden Toddler Rail-Yellow


Spring Garden Toddler Rail-Yellow


$52.5


The Spring Garden Collection by Lea is crafted of hardwoods and wood products in a clean painted finish with painted accents and metal hardware. Each piece is available in white, pink, and yellow. Dainty feminine details and a fresh, versatile design make the Spring Garden collection by Lea a great bedroom solution for your child.

Spring Garden Toddler Rails-Pink


Spring Garden Toddler Rails-Pink


$52.5


The Spring Garden Collection by Lea is crafted of hardwoods and wood products in a clean painted finish with painted accents and metal hardware. Each piece is available in white, pink, and yellow. Dainty feminine details and a fresh, versatile design make the Spring Garden collection by Lea a great bedroom solution for your child.

Wolf Garten 2908004/LUGM 4 Tine Garden Fork


Wolf Garten 2908004/LUGM 4 Tine Garden Fork


$16.96


Garden fork Great for planting and transplanting High quality robust design Use with the Interlocken System Handles 4 strong tines

Home & Garden Playhouse


Home & Garden Playhouse


$263.04


Physical play, social play and imaginative play are encouraged by this whimsical backyard playhouse. The innovative design lets kids assemble and disassemble the fence as many times as they want. The clubhouse also features a play kitchen area and play workshop. The Home & Garden Playhouse is the fun fixer-upper! Bring out the do-it-yourself skills in your kids! They'll love helping to put this house together. They can build the fence and hang the flower box all by themselves!

The Magical Garden of Claude Monet


The Magical Garden of Claude Monet


$7.59


Julie lives in Paris, but she longs to walk in a beautiful country garden. When her mother takes her on a visit to rural Giverny, Julie discovers a beautiful garden and befriends a man whom she believes to be the gardener. In fact, he is the garden’s owner, the immortal artist Claude Monet. When Julie’s dog runs away, Julie asks the gardener to help her find her pet and soon they become close friends. But this amiable, bearded old man is a very unusual gardener, for not only does he cultivate his many plants, he also paints beautiful pictures of them. Based on a true story about the daughter of another fine artist, Berthe Morisot, this charmingly illustrated picture book features illustrations by author and illustrator Laurence Anholt. This is a title in the Anholt’s Artists Books for Children series, in which Anholt recalls memorable and sometimes amusing moments when the lives of the artists were touched by children. The author’s fine illustrations appear on every page and the books include reproductions of works by master artists. Laurence Anholt is a British writer and illustrator whose books for children include Van Gogh and the Sunflowers, Degas and the Little Dancer, Leonardo and the Flying Boy, and Picasso and the Girl with a Ponytail . Anholt’s popular books for children have been published in 15 different languages, including Cantonese, Hebrew, and Icelandic. As both an author and an accomplished illustrator, he has created a charming series of children’s stories about famous artists. He and his wife Catherine, both successful authors of juvenile titles, have three children, from whom they obtain many of their story ideas. They live and work in Lyme Regis, Dorset, England. Appropriate for children ages 4–8. Author — Laurence Anholt. Paperback. 32 pages. 9¼” × 11¼" (24 cm × 29 cm).

Whimsical Garden Personalized Napkins


Whimsical Garden Personalized Napkins


$16.48


The Whimsical Garden personalized napkin is irresistibly charming With the phrase its love in a delicate script font it would work well for a wedding baby shower or wedding shower The bird and butterfly silhouettes simply add to the whimsical nature of the design All personalized napkins have a stunning variety of colors to choose from both in napkin color and foil color Napkins are 3 ply Note You must order at least 2 packages of the same size Pkg ct 50 Personalization Add Your Names and Date Personalization is included in price Personalize Luncheon Napkins CLICK HERE   folded 6 12 x 6 12   unfolded 13 x 13 1448 Personalize Beverage Napkins CLICK HERE   folded 5 x 5   unfolded 10 x 10 1348

Botanical Garden Votive Candle Holders


Botanical Garden Votive Candle Holders


$15.48


These decorative glass holders have an interesting botanical design that is made extra special with the application of green flocking Whether youre having an indoor or a garden wedding these containers are a charming way to enhance the atmosphere Suitable for use with candles or flowers or both Note Votives sold separately 2 14 X 3 HPkg ct 4

Easy Gardener 8006 Instant Garden


Easy Gardener 8006 Instant Garden


$43.93


Manmade portable garden bed Unfolds quickly to use Just add soil and plants Elevated height No bending or kneeling Great for seniors Compact design Folds down for easy storage Includes instructions to grow great crops 7.5 x 4 x 38

Gardman 8431 Metal Jasmine Garden Stake


Gardman 8431 Metal Jasmine Garden Stake


$15.93


Garden stake Stylish embellishment for borders and pots Suitable for both traditional and contemporary gardens Forked base for stability Antique bronze finish Jasmine design Metal

Rose Garden Menu


Rose Garden Menu


$1.47


This picturesque menu card reveals an exquisite rose design with a renaissance look. Personalize it with your initial at the top of the card.

Garden Silhouette Menu


Garden Silhouette Menu


$1.47


This menu card is simple and classic, perfect for an elegant outdoor wedding. The organic design will stand out beautifully on the guests’ tables.

Garden Terrace Menu


Garden Terrace Menu


$1.47


The elaborate design of this menu card sets the tone for the elegance of the meal to come. The blend of colors keeps this card clean and attractive.

Patina Products F110 Flower and Garden Fire Pit


Patina Products F110 Flower and Garden Fire Pit


$245


The Patina Products F110 Flower and Garden fire pit boasts a fully portable design so you can enjoy an open fire at home, at the beach, and anywhere in-between!

Garden Defense


Garden Defense


$19.99


Garden Defense

Mahjong Garden


Mahjong Garden


$19.99


Mahjong Garden

Rock Garden


Rock Garden


$19.99


Rock Garden

Garden Dreams


Garden Dreams


$19.99


Garden Dreams

Garden Thanks - Simple Te Design - Thank You Stationery


Garden Thanks – Simple Te Design – Thank You Stationery


$2.39


Send a sunny thank you over a colorful bed of flowers with this cute card. Let friends and family know how much you care with a special message and photo to show your thanks. 5.25″ x 3.75″ Folded Card

Garden Spotlight - Simple Te Design - Girl Photo Birth Announcement


Garden Spotlight – Simple Te Design – Girl Photo Birth Announcement


$1.69


Vibrant colored flowers and a cute scallop border surround your new baby girl and welcome her into a world of family and friends. Personalize with a special message and send! 7″ x 5″ Flat Card

Spring Garden 3/3 Twin Slat Bed -Pink


Spring Garden 3/3 Twin Slat Bed -Pink


$678.99


The Spring Garden Collection by Lea is crafted of hardwoods and wood products in a clean painted finish with painted accents and metal hardware. Each piece is available in white, pink, and yellow. Dainty feminine details and a fresh, versatile design make the Spring Garden collection by Lea a great bedroom solution for your child.

Spring Garden Leg Vanity/Writing Desk


Spring Garden Leg Vanity/Writing Desk


$504


The Spring Garden Collection by Lea is crafted of hardwoods and wood products in a clean painted finish with painted accents and metal hardware. Each piece is available in white, pink, and yellow. Dainty feminine details and a fresh, versatile design make the Spring Garden collection by Lea a great bedroom solution for your child.

Spring Garden 3/3 Twin Loft Bed -White


Spring Garden 3/3 Twin Loft Bed -White


$693


The Spring Garden Collection by Lea is crafted of hardwoods and wood products in a clean painted finish with painted accents and metal hardware. Each piece is available in white, pink, and yellow. Dainty feminine details and a fresh, versatile design make the Spring Garden collection by Lea a great bedroom solution for your child.

Spring Garden 3/3 Twin Loft Bed -Pink


Spring Garden 3/3 Twin Loft Bed -Pink


$693


The Spring Garden Collection by Lea is crafted of hardwoods and wood products in a clean painted finish with painted accents and metal hardware. Each piece is available in white, pink, and yellow. Dainty feminine details and a fresh, versatile design make the Spring Garden collection by Lea a great bedroom solution for your child.

Spring Garden 4/6 Full Slat Headboard-White


Spring Garden 4/6 Full Slat Headboard-White


$577.5


The Spring Garden Collection by Lea is crafted of hardwoods and wood products in a clean painted finish with painted accents and metal hardware. Each piece is available in white, pink, and yellow. Dainty feminine details and a fresh, versatile design make the Spring Garden collection by Lea a great bedroom solution for your child.

Spring Garden 3/3 Twin Slat Bed -White


Spring Garden 3/3 Twin Slat Bed -White


$678.99


The Spring Garden Collection by Lea is crafted of hardwoods and wood products in a clean painted finish with painted accents and metal hardware. Each piece is available in white, pink, and yellow. Dainty feminine details and a fresh, versatile design make the Spring Garden collection by Lea a great bedroom solution for your child.

Art Ideas


Art Ideas


$13.59


This inspiring book shows you how to use different kinds of paint, pastels, inks, and crayons to create stunning paintings and drawings. Just follow the simple set-by-step instructions exactly, or use the exciting ideas to create pictures of your own. Paperback. 96 pages.

Garden Patch ST01-01 The Garden Patch Bamboo Style Staking Kit


Garden Patch ST01-01 The Garden Patch Bamboo Style Staking Kit


$28.96


Specially designed for the Garden Patch Grow Box, this attractive faux bamboo staking system supports tomatoes, beans, cukes and other vegetables The intelligent design attaches directly to the planter giving the Grow Box the added benefit of being able to be used on the deck, grass, patio or any surface Unique construction, grows as your plants grow and stows away when not in use Simple 5-minute assembly for anyone, no tools required Carded

Terrapin C5/TDE-48336 The Lamplighter Garden Gnome


Terrapin C5/TDE-48336 The Lamplighter Garden Gnome


$34.92


Garden gnome Perfect for decorating a garden Lamplighter with cone hat design 5.9-in x 6.7-in x 13.8-in                                                                                                                                             2.6 lbs

Birdscapes Garden Sip & Seed Bird Feeder


Birdscapes Garden Sip & Seed Bird Feeder


$50.5


Birdscapes Garden Sip & Seed Bird Feeder is constructed of durable plastic and antiqued copper finish. The unique double silo patent pending design is sure to compliment any backyard décor. It is exclusive to Birdscapes; none of our competitors have anything like this product! The Garden Sip & Seed features silos that have interchangeable bases, to serve either seed and/or water; so this feeder can be set up to serve seed and water, two silos of seed, or two silos of water. The Garden Sip & Seed holds 1.5 lb of seed and 27 oz of water.

Garden Manor Art Accent


Garden Manor Art Accent


$468.99


This oil reproduction is accented by a hand forged metal frame. The finish has a hand rubbed mahogany undercoat with rust distressing. The inner and outer edges feature an embosssed design.

Stone Stamps Victorian garden designs


Stone Stamps Victorian garden designs


$5.66


Create a beautiful, long-lasting keepsake Designed for use with the Milestones StoneCraft mix, available in all Milestones Stepping Stone kits. Just pour the StoneCraft mix into your mold, wait about 30 minutes until it’s partially set up, and start stamping. Add your name, important dates, etc, to Stepping Stone kits, or create your own unique design. Traditional style letters and numbers set includes the complete alphabet, numbers 0-9, period, comma, exclamation point, and question mark, in a traditional block font. Twenty 2-sided 1 in. x 7/8 in. stamps Victorian letters and numbers set includes the complete alphabet, numbers 0-9, period, comma, exclamation point, and question mark. Lovely art nouveau font looks great anywhere. Twenty 2-sided 1 in. x 7/8 in. stamps. Victorian Garden Designs includes butterfly, heart, flower, dragonfly, and 4 assorted swirls. Four 2-sided 2 in. x 2 in. stamps. Whimsical Garden Designs includes dancer, butterfly, swirl, heart, and4

Creative Coloring: Design Elements


Creative Coloring: Design Elements


$13.95


Popular lecturer and award-winning plein air artist Art Sherwyn teaches key concepts in art and design through an engaging coloring book format — he introduces art vocabulary and ideas. Concepts covered are: the elements of design, composition, selected topics in art history, e.g., the Fauves, and drawing and coloring techniques. For classroom use, we suggest buying multiple copies (these are not blackline masters). Appropriate for junior high to adult ages. Author — Art Sherwyn. Paperback. 50 pages. 8½" × 11" (22 cm × 28 cm).

Spring Garden Loft Tent- White With Purple Trim


Spring Garden Loft Tent- White With Purple Trim


$115.5


THIS PRICE LISTING IS FOR THE TENT ONLY; DOES NOT INCLUDE BED/ BEDROOM SET TENT IS ONLY COMPATIBLE WITH LEA BEDThe Spring Garden Collection by Lea is crafted of hardwoods and wood products in a clean painted finish with painted accents and metal hardware. Each piece is available in white, pink, and yellow. Dainty feminine details and a fresh, versatile design make the Spring Garden collection by Lea a great bedroom solution for your child.

Spring Garden Loft Tent - Pink With Purple Trim


Spring Garden Loft Tent – Pink With Purple Trim


$115.5


THIS PRICE LISTING IS FOR THE TENT ONLY; DOES NOT INCLUDE BED/ BED SET. TENT IS ONLY COMPATIBLE WITH LEA BEDThe Spring Garden Collection by Lea is crafted of hardwoods and wood products in a clean painted finish with painted accents and metal hardware. Each piece is available in white, pink, and yellow. Dainty feminine details and a fresh, versatile design make the Spring Garden collection by Lea a great bedroom solution for your child.

Paris + In The Rose Garden Personalized Stationery


Paris + In The Rose Garden Personalized Stationery


$1.52


The rose reaches its apotheosis in this elegantly structured graphite sketch. Paired with a light script and a miniature capped name, this striking personalized stationery design is perfectly balanced.


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