We've got some nice amphorae shaped terracotta pots which we'd probably use in the patio area for seasonal planting. The north side of the patio will probably be the sunniest spot in the garden so good for colour.
For permanent planting, I'd definitely prefer very large containers (potentially wooden raised beds) over lots of small pots. Thinking at the moment I may get some full shade tolerant climbers for the south fence with permanent raised beds and maybe keep my BBQ there too. Larger containers on the north side of the garden which gets the most sunlight for shrubs/other bits of interest.
For the raised deck area - as it's going to be shady anyway I'm hoping to get some uplighting installed and potentially a chiminea for heating in the evenings. I'd like one of the gas powered patio heaters but apparently, they're very bad for the environment.
Like the idea of a straight path - would probably have it run up the left edge of the raised deck as our gate into the back pathway will be between the shed and the deck.he
Raised planters in different shapes and heights built into a corner or your north side and south side is what I think would suit. On Ebay, there many shops selling ready-made wooden planters of differing heights and depths. You can even get these custom-made. It's better than having one long trough. I think having them split up will highlight shrubs of different shape and forms. I think, avoid planting into the ground as the soil may be very compacted and harder to weed if you want low maintenance.
I have seen some gardens hang small fairy-style lights into trees or surrounding walls to create light and small highlights in dark corners. Will look very nice in the evening times.
Trachelospermum Jasminoides can do well on one of your walls. It's evergreen and very low maintenace. In the winter time, they can turn red. You can use Trellis or wires. Pyracantha, the Fire thorn can be wall trained and tied into the walls and it's not as hard as it seems. You can prune and shape it how you like, they too are evergreen, has creamy small flowers in late spring, followed by berries.
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We've got some nice amphorae shaped terracotta pots which we'd probably use in the patio area for seasonal planting. The north side of the patio will probably be the sunniest spot in the garden so good for colour.
For permanent planting, I'd definitely prefer very large containers (potentially wooden raised beds) over lots of small pots. Thinking at the moment I may get some full shade tolerant climbers for the south fence with permanent raised beds and maybe keep my BBQ there too. Larger containers on the north side of the garden which gets the most sunlight for shrubs/other bits of interest.
For the raised deck area - as it's going to be shady anyway I'm hoping to get some uplighting installed and potentially a chiminea for heating in the evenings. I'd like one of the gas powered patio heaters but apparently, they're very bad for the environment.
Like the idea of a straight path - would probably have it run up the left edge of the raised deck as our gate into the back pathway will be between the shed and the deck.he
Raised planters in different shapes and heights built into a corner or your north side and south side is what I think would suit. On Ebay, there many shops selling ready-made wooden planters of differing heights and depths. You can even get these custom-made. It's better than having one long trough. I think having them split up will highlight shrubs of different shape and forms. I think, avoid planting into the ground as the soil may be very compacted and harder to weed if you want low maintenance.
I have seen some gardens hang small fairy-style lights into trees or surrounding walls to create light and small highlights in dark corners. Will look very nice in the evening times.
Trachelospermum Jasminoides can do well on one of your walls. It's evergreen and very low maintenace. In the winter time, they can turn red. You can use Trellis or wires. Pyracantha, the Fire thorn can be wall trained and tied into the walls and it's not as hard as it seems. You can prune and shape it how you like, they too are evergreen, has creamy small flowers in late spring, followed by berries.