3 Easy Abstract Garden Landscaping Tips
If you wish to create a garden that looks modern and fresh, try going for the abstract style. Abstract garden landscaping is whimsical but can be used to suit any type of home, whether it is traditional, Victorian, includes French country elements, or any other style.
Here are a few tips to help you create this look.
1. Use geometrical shapes
Use nature as your source of inspiration. In an abstract garden, you can still find typical shapes such as squares, triangles and oblongs. What makes it different is their form.
The shapes look less rigid in an abstract garden, giving the space a softer look. You may see pathways, hedges and garden beds in more curvilinear shapes rather than the traditional or ideal square or circular shapes.
2. Apply asymmetry
Traditional gardens utilise symmetry to create a more balanced look. If you have a tall shrub or hedge on one end, symmetry dictates that a similar element must be placed on the other end.
With abstract gardens, you can do away with adding or planting elements in even numbers. You can have a series of trees on one side and a play area on the other. The asymmetry creates more interest and allows you to set a focal point somewhere other than at the centre of your garden.
Asymmetry is not limited to form. You can also do it using colour. In an abstract garden, you can utilise several contrasting colours and sprinkle them across your outdoor area. When shopping for seeds, know the possible colour variants before you start planting. This will give you a better idea of how your garden will look when the flowers are in full bloom.
3. Opt for loose planting
When it comes to abstract gardens, the goal is to replicate what goes on in nature. This means avoiding a completely neat and organised layout. Opting for an abstract garden frees you from the need to use architectural plants that look rigid or stiff. Loose planting allows you to be more creative in terms of where to put your plants. The result is a garden with a greater sense of warmth and liveliness.
Consider adding a few perennials in your garden. They may look unruly and messy, but if you add them around corners, they can help soften these edges.
Think of an abstract garden as a way of connecting your outdoor space with the surrounding area. The aim is to make the space look as natural as possible. By following these tips, you are on your way to creating an abstract garden that you will enjoy staying in.
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