[dropcap]I[/dropcap] have just arrived back from a yearly event for all garden bloggers called The Garden Bloggers Fling! Each Fling takes place in a new location with different lush landscapes to explore. This year, it took place in Austin, Texas! I had such an incredible time learning and exploring. The best part is you come home with such great ideas.
Walking through each garden, I noticed there was always something that caught my eye and made that particular landscape stand out. There are so many ways that you can add some visual interest to your very own garden. Here are a few simple ideas to help you create some focal points that will lead your guests on a memorable journey.
1. ADD A WATER FEATURE
Adding in a water feature makes the perfect focal point for any garden. Ponds and fountains delight the senses with beauty, movement and peaceful sounds.
Don't have a large amount of room? You can easily add a small fountain to your deck or patio.
Looking to make a big impact? Add a unique structure that will definitely attract attention!
If you want to learn how to make a stock tank pond like Pam's, check out her post here.
2. CREATE A COLLECTION OF CONTAINERS
Creating a container garden collection is the perfect way to attract the eye while adding your own sense of style to your garden. Choose the container colors, shapes, textures and sizes that appeal to you.
There are no rules when adding plants. You can mix succulents, herbs and tropical plants as shown above. Having no limitations when planting is very freeing! You can move them around if you are looking for a new design and also update them as the seasons change.
You can learn more about B. Jane Gardens by clicking here.
3. SHOW YOUR PERSONALITY THROUGH STATUARY
Really let your personality shine with statues in your garden. We garden to surround ourselves with what we love, so pick out anything that really speaks to you.
If you were to visit my garden, you would notice ducks, geese and even a pug statue. All of those animals have a special place in my heart.
You can focus on just one shape, object or animal. After you have something in mind, you can go around collecting different variations of your spirit animal (for example).
Have a bit of fun with it and make your garden as whimsical as you want!
4. ADD A TOUCH OF THE UNEXPECTED WITH RECYCLED OBJECTS
I'm always pushing myself to think outside the box. Seeing this really got those wheels spinning in my head.
It made me start thinking about what unexpected objects I could use to create an interesting focal point in my yard.
It's simple, but adds a large amount of charm. I was thinking of doing something different with some old window frames I've collected.
5. GO VERTICAL WITH A LIVING WALL
This wall of plants makes this outdoor shower area even more jaw dropping. The shower is located on a beautiful deck that is filled with a zen vibe that will put you in a deeply relaxed state.
There is also a hot tub on the deck, along with a peaceful sitting area in front of a wall of bamboo. Touches of greenery and river rocks add to the mood making it the perfect location to de-stress.
Planting vertically can really create a powerful visual impact. It also helps you add more plants to a smaller area while saving space!
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What kind of features catch your eye in other gardens? Is there something different you are thinking of adding to your yard this year? Tell me all about it in the comment section below!
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31 Comments
Michelle Marine
May 22, 2018 at 10:15 amThere are so many beautiful ideas here, Angie! I love them all, but I’m a sucker for the collection of pots. Wish our weather was warm enough here to keep them out year round. <3
Marissa ~ Simpli Sanders
May 16, 2018 at 6:15 pmI’ve always wanted to start a garden but I needed some inspiration. I feel like this is exactly what I needed!
Tatyanna
May 14, 2018 at 8:33 pmWow! These all look so beautiful. My favorite has to be the water feature and vertical wall!
xx Tatyanna
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adriana
May 14, 2018 at 2:16 pmOh these are SUCH fun ideas! Great ways to add a little extra “pop” to all of the colorful flowers and greenery!
Garf
May 14, 2018 at 1:33 pmI would love to have a water fountain in my garden. But I have yet to fix our water system.
Minakshi Bajpai
May 14, 2018 at 4:26 amIt was easy to make and the birds love it and all the kids in the neighborhood come to look in it each time they pass by. We get to watch the hummingbirds take baths in it.
Lavanda Michelle
May 14, 2018 at 3:54 amI have been lookingforwad to get into my garden and know you have given me ideas beyond what I was thinking. I am going to have some fun this year.
Echo
May 14, 2018 at 12:42 amThese are amazing ideas! I really want to add a water feature to my yard.
Meagan Badore
May 13, 2018 at 9:23 pmI love all of these ideas and I can’t wait to be able to design a beautiful garden one day. We are living in an apartment, so I am finding all kinds of cool containers and pots for my plants.
Samuel frodo
May 13, 2018 at 7:16 pmFabulous Ideas, i don’t have a personal garden, but my mom has one and its like a big part of her life. I am going to share this ideas with her. I bet she’ll love to incorporate one or two.
Margaret
May 13, 2018 at 7:20 amWould like to know about the hanging globes!
pinkoddy
May 13, 2018 at 4:16 amThese are really great ideas and so simple to implement. We have just had our Spring Festival which also has some award winning gardens – next time I go I shall keep this post in mind to think about how I could utilize their ideas in my garden.
Cindy Gordon
May 12, 2018 at 10:35 pmThese are some really cute and easy tips. They add just enough to a garden setting!
Brittany
May 12, 2018 at 10:13 pmThese are all great ideas for your garden. I miss our little garden. Definitely too small for any cool things to add….but these are awesome!!
Frances Beltran
May 12, 2018 at 6:54 pmI love the idea of a living wall! In fact, I think I’ll actually start buying supplies to get started on one!