FG, your structures are brilliant - you are able to organise shapes like an architect. Would I be right in thinking most of your plants are perennials?
Mostly shrubs and perennials, especially sturdier perennials. I have lots of bulbs for spring (in pots as well as borders) and clematis on fences. I need a couple more early ones which I'll get over the next few months probably. Airy fairy plants aren't much good here - not the right climate, and evergreens are vital so that there's interest during the long winters. It also unites the whole space. I usually have pots of sweet peas in summer and some other containers with single colour planting. I like Phormiums and Fatsias too, because I like structural planting in general. It can easily be softened with things like alliums, annual cornflowers and lilies.
It's a place where beautiful isn't enough of a word....
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
Thank you for showing us the garden, I'm afraid mine is altogether more floppy and random; both here, in Norfolk, and formerly in London I have a tendency to over plant. My plant choices are based on colour and shape (and simply, 'Ooh, I like that!). It is a pleasure to see a garden that is more thoughtfully designed
I put a few before and after pix on the Garden Pictures thread around mid August.
I've done cottagey and it doesn't suit me very well. I like structure too much. Perhaps I'm a frustrated architect at heart! I'm fortunate that I've had a few gardens to play around with and this won't be the last one either. I'd love a completely formal space with parterres and topiary.
Maybe a few extra bits and bobs though...
Apologies because we've hijacked your thread Snoodle
It's a place where beautiful isn't enough of a word....
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
Snoodle - if you go onto one of the specialist bulb suppliers' sites you'll get loads of ideas and info. Only problem is, you'll be tempted to buy ten times as much as you originally wanted!
I've used The Bulb Co (also under Gee Tee bulb co) and many people recommend Peter Nyssen too. I've looked at that one recently and there are loads of lovely things
It's a place where beautiful isn't enough of a word....
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
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FG, your structures are brilliant - you are able to organise shapes like an architect. Would I be right in thinking most of your plants are perennials?
Thank you art, that's very kind.
Mostly shrubs and perennials, especially sturdier perennials. I have lots of bulbs for spring (in pots as well as borders) and clematis on fences. I need a couple more early ones which I'll get over the next few months probably. Airy fairy plants aren't much good here - not the right climate, and evergreens are vital so that there's interest during the long winters. It also unites the whole space. I usually have pots of sweet peas in summer and some other containers with single colour planting. I like Phormiums and Fatsias too, because I like structural planting in general. It can easily be softened with things like alliums, annual cornflowers and lilies.
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
Thank you for showing us the garden, I'm afraid mine is altogether more floppy and random; both here, in Norfolk, and formerly in London I have a tendency to over plant. My plant choices are based on colour and shape (and simply, 'Ooh, I like that!). It is a pleasure to see a garden that is more thoughtfully designed
That really means a lot to me artjak
I put a few before and after pix on the Garden Pictures thread around mid August.
I've done cottagey and it doesn't suit me very well. I like structure too much. Perhaps I'm a frustrated architect at heart! I'm fortunate that I've had a few gardens to play around with and this won't be the last one either. I'd love a completely formal space with parterres and topiary.
Maybe a few extra bits and bobs though...
Apologies because we've hijacked your thread Snoodle
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
Hijack away! Loving your garden and your chatter!
Thanks for the help, all. I'll give the daffs a go then, and go on the hunt for said tulips.
Snoodle and FG
Snoodle - if you go onto one of the specialist bulb suppliers' sites you'll get loads of ideas and info. Only problem is, you'll be tempted to buy ten times as much as you originally wanted!
I've used The Bulb Co (also under Gee Tee bulb co) and many people recommend Peter Nyssen too. I've looked at that one recently and there are loads of lovely things
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...