Often, when designing our outdoor spaces, the area along the side of the house is forgotten. However, with a dash of ingenuity, this slender space can become a breathtaking addition to your home.
Comfortable Corners
A comfortable seating spot with a bench or a couple of chairs can turn the side of your house into a tranquil getaway. I enjoy drinking my morning coffee in such personal spaces.
Give these a look:
- Timber Garden Bench: Upgrade your garden with a traditional timber bench and savor peaceful, relaxing mornings outdoors.
- Outdoor Seating Collection: Build a cozy nook with outdoor chairs and start your day in quiet comfort and style.
- Seating Pillow Assortment: Add comfort and color to your seating area with resilient, stylish outdoor pillows.
Pebble Passages
For a more casual look, think about pebble passages. They’re simple to set up and give a zen-like touch to the area, which I personally love for effortless maintenance.
Try these:
- Decorative Stones for Outdoor Design: Transform your area effortlessly with decorative stones to enhance that zen garden look.
- Garden Path Bordering Collection: Clearly define your pebble passages smartly using simple-to-install path edging for neat borders.
- Water Permeable Weed Block Fabric: Streamline garden upkeep by using weed block fabric to keep your pebble path pristine.
Focal Water Pieces
A small focal water piece can add peace and charm. I’ve always enjoyed the sound of flowing water, and it’s surprising how a small fountain can transform an area.
A few helpful options:
- Tiered Exterior Fountain: Enhance your garden with an elegant tiered fountain, bringing soothing sounds to your area.
- Solar Powered Cascade Unit: Install a solar cascade unit for an eco-friendly fountain experience in your garden.
- Self Contained Garden Fountain Assemblage: Get a complete assemblage for an easy setup and turn your garden into a peaceful retreat.
Privacy Screens
Add privacy screens to design a secluded feel. They’re great for blocking unwanted views and I love how they can create a little hidden haven.
Possibly handy products:
- Exterior Timber Privacy Trellis: Revamp your yard with this elegant trellis, offering natural charm and increased privacy.
- Cane Privacy Panel Screens: Create a serene oasis with these cane panels, perfect for building tranquil private spaces.
- Adjustable Exterior Privacy Barrier: Enjoy flexible outdoor privacy with this adjustable barrier, blending seamlessly into garden settings.
Enchanting Mulch
Using mulch not only suppresses weeds but also adds a polished look to planting beds. I often recommend colored mulch to create a contrast with the greenery.
Maybe worth checking out:
- Colored Wood Chippings: Elevate your garden’s appeal while reducing weeds with vibrant colored wood chippings.
- Synthetic Mulch: Opt for durable, long-lasting synthetic mulch to maintain garden aesthetics with minimal care.
- Mulch Underlay Fabric: Use garden fabric under mulch to hinder weeds and increase planting bed lifespan.
Tiered Planting
Create depth with tiered planting by combining plants of different heights and textures. This approach has always helped me make confined spaces feel more inviting.
Items that may come in handy:
- Ornamental Garden Pots: Enhance your garden’s depth with stylish pots for varied heights and textures.
- Outdoor Plant Display Rack: Create visual allure by placing different plants on display racks.
- Garden Divider Strip: Clearly define plant layers with attractive dividers, improving both structure and aesthetics.
Living Walls
A living wall can create a breathtaking visual effect, particularly in slender spaces. I once used climbing plants on a frame to turn a simple wall into a vivid tapestry.
Consider these options:
- Climbing Flora Frames: Easily design a stunning upright garden with this flexible climbing flora frame.
- Upright Garden Troughs: Elevate your wall with elegant upright garden troughs, ideal for cascading greenery.
- Exterior Vine Plants: Revamp your space with abundant, vibrant exterior vine plants designed for visual appeal.
Creative Statues
Incorporate statues for a touch of artistry. I once placed a small statue amongst flower beds, which became a focal point and sparked many conversations.
Check these products out:
- Classic Garden Figure: Elevate your flower beds with a timeless garden statue that attracts attention and admiration.
- Birdbath with Figure: Add sophistication and functionality to your garden with a dual birdbath and statue centerpiece.
- Rustic Stone Pixie Figure: Design a whimsical focal point with a charming stone pixie statue nestled among your flowers.
Constructed Walkways
A walkway made of stone can serve as a practical path and also add charm as it guides visitors from the front to the backyard. I’m particularly fond of using stepping stones or loose gravel as they’re easy to set up and need little upkeep.
May just do the trick:
- Pathway Blocks: Beautify your walkway with sturdy pathway blocks; they add style and function to your outdoor area.
- Ornamental Stones: Incorporate ornamental stones to design an appealing and easy-care pathway in your garden.
- Lawn Edging Strips: Clearly define the borders of your path for a polished and professional appearance using easily installed edging solutions.
Herb Gardens
Turn the side of your house into an herb garden, ideal for those who love to cook. I’ve discovered that herbs like rosemary and thyme flourish in tight spaces.
A few things you might like:
- Elevated Timber Garden Containers: Enhance your herb garden with elevated containers, perfect for maximizing space and soil richness.
- Herb Garden Introductory Set: Begin your herb garden effortlessly with a complete selection of seeds and planting instruments.
- Garden Label Markers: Organize your herbs with elegant label markers for simple identification and a neat garden.
Ground Level Plants
Incorporate ground level plants for areas where grass struggles. They’re easy to care for and add a lush, green carpet-like touch—ideal for busy homeowners.
You might give these a try:
- Perennial Ground Level Plant Seeds: Revamp your landscape with hardy perennials—perfect for designing a lush, green look effortlessly.
- Shade Tolerant Ground Level Mix: Enhance shaded areas easily with this easy-care mix, perfect for tricky lawn spots.
- Spreading Thyme Ground Level: Fill bare areas with fragrant thyme—simple to care for and adds beauty to your garden area.
Lighting The Route
Hanging lights over pathways creates an enchanting atmosphere, making the area welcoming even after dark. I’ve noticed that solar-powered lights are an environmentally sound choice that adds a gentle light.
Might be a good match:
- Solar Powered Garland Lights: Brighten your path with environmentally friendly solar garland lights, adding charm to your evenings.
- LED Pathway Markers: Illuminate your way with soft LED pathway markers, forming an inviting path for evening walks.
- Outdoor Activated Lights: Improve safety and ambiance with outdoor activated lights, perfect for illuminating darkened pathways.
Colorful Containers
Use colorful containers to add pops of color. I often mix and match vibrant pots for a playful yet cohesive look that brightens up the area.
These products might be useful:
- Assorted Planting Pots Collection: Add vibrant flair to your garden with this assorted planting pot collection, perfect for lively decor.
- Bright Exterior Flower Containers: Elevate your landscape with bright exterior flower containers, offering a cheerful, coordinated appearance.
- Bright Ceramic Garden Holders: Liven up your garden area with bright ceramic holders, ideal for a striking visual impact.
Visual Tricks
Design the illusion of space with mirrors. Hang a mirror on the fence or wall to reflect light and greenery, a trick I’ve employed to make confined spaces feel bigger.
Some ideas to consider:
- Exterior Decor Mirror: Enhance your garden with a stunning mirrored reflection, adding depth and sophistication.
- Weatherproof Garden Mirror: Design a spacious feel in your yard with a resilient, weatherproof garden mirror.
- Hanging Deck Mirror: Add an elegant touch to your deck by hanging a reflective, design-focused mirror.
Stone Outlines
Define the area with stone outlines. They give a structured look and can beautifully separate flower beds from walkways, which is something I always advise for tidiness.
Products that could assist:
- Natural Stone Border Tiles: Enhance your garden’s appearance with resilient, natural stone borders for a crisp, polished look.
- Stepping Stones: Design a welcoming path with elegant stones, adding sophistication and structure to your garden space.
- Decorative Rock Borders: Outline flower beds beautifully with decorative rock borders for a tidy and well-kept appearance.
Garden Arches and Supports
Add garden arches or supports to create height and drama. I once added a garden arch at the entrance of a side yard, which created an elegant gateway effect.
You might like:
- Timber Garden Arch: Elevate your garden entrance with a classic timber arch, adding charm and sophistication instantly.
- Metal Support for Vines: Support your vine plants with a sturdy metal support and design stunning upright greenery.
- Outdoor Arch with Gate: Build an inviting gateway with an outdoor arch featuring an integrated gate for added seclusion.
Upright Gardens
Add upright gardens to bring in a rich, verdant ambiance without occupying too much space on the ground. I once put together an upright garden from old wood pallets, which became quite the conversation piece among my friends.
Check if these fit your needs:
- Wood Pallet Garden Assemblage: Revamp your area with a down-to-earth upright garden with a user-friendly pallet garden assemblage.
- Upright Garden Wall Sacks: Effortlessly design a lively wall garden using durable and roomy upright garden wall sacks.
- Automated Watering Planters: Keep your upright garden thriving with automated watering containers that need little care, ensuring rich plant growth.