Often, less is more. Take this landscape design composed of climbing roses, hydrangeas, and lilies surrounding a bluestone terrace. This small, suburban garden feels both expansive and intimate. Japanese forest grass softens the edge of the terrace and adds just enough of a modern look to make the garden’s owners, very happy.
The white Limelight Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata) and the brightly variegated foliage of the Japanese Forest Grass (Hakonechloa macra) provide a very distinctive contrast with the bluestone paving of the patio. They also offer a wonderful glow in the evening, thanks to their light reflection, creating an enchanting evening walkway. Both plants won the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society.
The lattice fence allows plenty of light to flow through, while creating privacy. The setting is so lovely and relaxed, evoking a Mediterranean atmosphere, with its intimate scale and the integration of house and patio through the use of the vines and other plantings.
The client was looking for an outdoor space that had a secret-garden feeling. It has been perfectly delivered!
| Hardiness |
5 - 8 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
5 - 8 |
| Climate Zones | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21 |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest | Summer (Late), Fall |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Dried Arrangements, Cut Flowers, Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Attracts | Butterflies |
| Landscaping Ideas | Hedges And Screens, Patio And Containers, Beds And Borders, Small Gardens |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Traditional Garden |
| Hardiness |
5 - 8 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
5 - 8 |
| Climate Zones | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21 |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest | Summer (Late), Fall |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Dried Arrangements, Cut Flowers, Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Attracts | Butterflies |
| Landscaping Ideas | Hedges And Screens, Patio And Containers, Beds And Borders, Small Gardens |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Traditional Garden |
Recreate this garden. Specify the percentages you would like to have of each plant and input the dimensions of your garden space.We'll give you a shopping list so you know how many plants you need.
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Hakonechloa macra 'Aureola' (Hakone Grass) | N/A | Buy Plants |
| Hydrangea paniculata 'Limelight' | N/A | Buy Plants |
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Becoming a contributing member of Gardenia is easy and can be done in just a few minutes. If you provide us with your name, email address and the payment of a modest $25 annual membership fee, you will become a full member, enabling you to design and save up to 25 of your garden design ideas.
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