Landscaping installation and wild flowers  Bridging conventional gardens with aesthetic and useful herbaceous weeds merges wild beauty with tamed functionality, creating a harmonious balance.
Traditionally, gardens valued ornamental plants and manicured lawns, keeping wild native plants well out of the way. However, bringing these plants internationally in amongst hybrids creates a more biodiverse and resilient garden. Incorporating species such as dandelions, chicory, yarrow, fennel, and teasel adds visual beauty, diversity, and architectural structure while attracting wildlife. These plants require minimal care, making them ideal for busy lives & sustainable gardening practices. When you work with nature, rather than against it, you have an ecosystem on your side, forming a foundation to build upon. Teasel and fennel, for example, provide food for birds, shelter for insects, and vertical interest as ornamental plants. Herbs like valerian and yarrow are both aesthetically pleasing and excellent for pollination, as well as having medicinal uses. Yarrow, with its deep roots, supports beneficial insects and improves soil health. Allowing more diversity in lawns with clover and dandelions enhances the garden environment. Clover fixes nitrogen in the soil, improving fertility, while dandelions offer an additional opportunity to make more interesting salads and Chamomile provides soothing teas and medicinal benefits, creating an insect-rich habitat that promotes pollination and contributes to a flourishing garden. There are many more plants with medicinal, culinary, and diverse contributions to the garden. If this is not enough to spark interest, consider that these plants have spent millennia becoming perfect for their environment, making your job as a gardener easier while supporting the ecosystem. Integrating herbaceous weeds into conventional gardens requires a shift in perception. Recognizing their value beyond being nuisances, gardeners can blend these plants seamlessly into landscapes. This approach enhances aesthetic and functional diversity, promoting environmental sustainability and creating spaces that are both beautiful and beneficial to the ecosystem. For further information about Landscaping /installation and integrating the wild into your space, please do not hesitate to get in touch. Call Alex on 07421 085 788. contribution by Alice Rollinson, thanks Alice
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 A harmonious and flowing garden design is an essential element in transforming one's outdoor space into an oasis of tranquility and beauty. At Penwarne Landscaping, we are committed to empowering people through simple garden design principles that improve the aesthetic appeal and functionality of their gardens.
With years of experience in the industry, we recognize the importance of creating a balance between hardscape elements and softscape elements in garden design. Integrating elements such as patios, decks, walkways, and water features can add structure and organization to a garden while providing a focal point for its design. Incorporating plants, trees, and shrubbery in garden design adds color, texture, and depth. Native plant species are always a preferred option as they thrive in their natural environment and require less maintenance. Additionally, planting perennials that bloom during different seasons ensures continuous color throughout the year. We believe that good garden design should consider the garden's exposure to sunlight, soil type, and water drainage. Understanding these factors helps us to make informed decisions regarding plant and hardscape placement. As a sustainable landscape design company, we encourage our clients to incorporate eco-friendly practices in their gardens. Water conservation practices, such as rainwater harvesting and drip irrigation systems, prevent water wastage while reducing water bills. Additionally, using organic fertilizers and pest control methods promote biodiversity and protects the environment. At Penwarne Landscaping, we pride ourselves in providing personalized garden design services tailored to our clients' needs and preferences. Our team of expert garden designers is always available to offer advice and guidance on garden design, installation, and maintenance. In conclusion, implementing harmonious and flowing garden design principles can transform any outdoor space into an inviting oasis of tranquility and beauty. By integrating hardscape and softscape elements, considering the garden's sun exposure, soil type, and water drainage, and incorporating eco-friendly practices, we can create a sustainable and vibrant garden environment that re-connects you with nature.  Most, if not all gardens there will exist an area subjected to shade, an area of comparative darkness and coolness caused by a shelter from the direct sunlight.
As the summer approaches and the strength of the sun’s rays increase, the shady areas which are often neglected should perhaps be embraced and appreciated more. Shade is created by buildings, walls, fences or tree top canopies and when a solid structure is the cause, more often than not, it will provide protection against wind too. This microclimate can provide a pleasant seating area on a hard or soft landscaped surface, providing protection from the midday sun and strong winds. Climbing plants which are suitable to grow in shade are:
Certain types of climbing roses are also shade tolerant and some climbers are more vigorous than others which should be taken into consideration. Shrubs can be planted directly into the ground or the use of pots maybe more appropriate. As with climbers, many shrubs can provide a profusion of colour within an area of comparative darkness. Popular shrubs for growing in the shade are:
There are numerous other shrubs which are compatible with shade and it is advisable to research online or a visit to a nearby garden centre. The average temperature will also has a huge affect on the plants growing rate and an area of shade is most likely to have a North or North Easterly aspect and subject to cold, if not freezing temperatures during the winter. This should be taken into consideration before plant selection. Treetop canopies can provide full shade to a dapple shade and the choice of planting here should be more akin to a natural woodland environment. These would be perennials which return each year such as:
The above, once again can bring great colour and vibrancy to an otherwise sombre section of the garden. Therefore, no longer be kept in the dark, surround oneself with an abundance of colour and sally forth into the shade. |
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