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Courtyard Garden
There are many names given to the design of gardens. Courtyard garden is a name which covers a lot of areas, but it really means a garden that is enclosed by walls or hedges and is an extension of your living space. An oasis of beauty can be created with all of the natural elements of shade and light, colour and scent, wind and sound. This is at it’s best as a smaller garden but with the help of a professional landscaper can be a most beautiful sight to behold in a larger area.
Planning is very important as the way the the sun moves shade around the garden affects what can be placed where. Enclosed and abundant planting is desired in this old world type setting. Tall trees and shrubs blend down into bedding plants, lawned areas and pre-cast concrete slabs add an added area to place potted fruit trees and extra bedding plants. Lavender is one of the scented flowers of choice as the scent is tranquil. A small water feature and wind chimes add sound to this area. If there is an existing old tree then make the most of it by building a timber seat around it.
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