The hustle and bustle of life can get to us all. Sometimes when it’s all a little too much, we need to retreat somewhere calm. A garden is a perfect place for that. It’s somewhere you can go back to nature and relax. Of course, it’s not just the garden itself that can be relaxing. It can be the creation of the garden that helps you unwind.

As home improvements go, gardens are the greatest challenge. You’re working against the elements. Literally, actually. A garden should be a labor of love though. If you’re got the time and money, you can make something truly special.

The Wildlife

A garden is incomplete without some teeming wildlife. You want the birds and the bees. Again, literally. The thing to do is to provide them with food.

For animals like birds and squirrels, you’re going to want a simple garden feeder. Just set it up somewhere further down the garden and make sure the feeder is well stocked. Some even have little dishes you can fill with water too.

For your bees and butterflies, flowers will generally attract them for the pollen. While flowers don’t have to be a part of your garden, a little bit of colour can help break up the solid block of green that is your lawn. From both an aesthetic and wildlife perspective, a little set of flowers can go a long way.

The Seats

You need somewhere to admire your garden. Sure you can just stand there, but nothing beats a nice sit down out in the garden to just take it all in. You’ll need some all weather garden furniture to get enjoyment out of your garden all year round.

Some furniture won’t do well against the elements. That’s why all weather furniture is ideal. Whether you’re looking at storms or snow, you’ll be protected against rot and rust like other types of furniture.

The placement of your seat is important. On the lawn is an option, but that may cast a shadow that stops a patch of grass getting enough sun. You need to be aware of these things. An option may be to add some decking or a gravel path to the garden, and place it on these.

The Water Feature

Sit down in your garden and something is missing. You can hear the wind through the trees and the chirping of birds. Can you hear anything else? Is something missing?

Adding a water feature can truly make this a place of serenity for you. The sound of running water is unparalleled when it comes to relaxation. The constant ebb and flow of it running through the water feature is just pure bliss.

Fitting a water feature isn’t the easiest task in the world, but the result can be impressive. Whether you’re just digging out a rudimentary pond feature, or going all the way with a Roman-style fountain, a water feature can just complete your garden aesthetic.

A garden is a place of peace. Find relaxation inside yourself. 

HMH

By HMH