Summer Gardening Design Inspiration
Category Gardening
Summer is when gardens come alive with colour, fragrance, and the gentle hum of pollinators. Your garden is not just a patch of green; it's an extension of your home and property, and it should be designed to provide visual delight and a place for relaxation and sustainability. This article will explore five fantastic gardening ideas that inspire you to maximise outdoor space.
Blooming beauties
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One of the signature elements of a vibrant summer garden is an abundance of colourful blooms. Dahlia flowers are easy to grow and come in various colours.
From hot pinks and oranges to the famous 'Cafe au Lait' with its soft blush hue, dahlias can be a stunning addition to your garden. They thrive in full sun, but you can still enjoy their magnificent blooms even with only morning sun. Create a dedicated bed for dahlias, and you'll have endless flowers for your summer bouquets.
A storybook patio
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Imagine spending a warm summer evening in a charming English garden surrounded by feathery ornamental grasses, soft lamb ears, and fragrant lavender.
This dreamy setting can be a reality in your garden. To recreate this idyllic scene, stick to a pastel colour palette featuring soft lavender, pale yellow, white, and pink for your summer flowers. Plant in layers around a cosy seating area, and you'll have the perfect retreat to enjoy the beauty of your garden.
Pollinator paradise
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A thriving summer garden doesn't just incorporate aesthetics; it's also about supporting local wildlife. Pollinators such as butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds are crucial for your garden's health and the environment.
To attract and sustain these beneficial creatures, plant a rainbow of blooms in clusters, making them easy to spot from a distance. Incorporate a variety of flower shapes and colours to welcome a wide range of insects and birds to your garden, creating a vibrant ecosystem on your property.
From garden to table
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What could be sweeter in the peak of South Africa's summer heat than a kitchen garden teeming with fresh produce and fragrant herbs? Incorporating flowering herbs and perennials into your edible beds enhances the garden's beauty and attracts the pollinators your crops need to thrive.
Whether you have a small or large space, this practice is beautiful and functional, bringing fresh ingredients and an appealing garden design.
Harvest Tip!!!
Regarding vegetables like zucchinis and summer squash, regular picking while they are small is critical. On the other hand, hard-skinned squashes like gourds and pumpkins should be left on the vine until the stem, and most of the leaves turn yellow, and the fruit produces a hollow sound when knocked.
Thriving in the summer sun
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The summer sunflower is a timeless classic for a reason. These annual blooms are easy to grow and a visual feast. From the pale yellow 'Lemon Queen' to the deep burgundy 'Chocolate Cherry,' you have a wide variety of sunflower options.
One of the unique features of sunflowers is that they are true to seed, meaning seeds saved from this season's flowers will produce nearly identical plants the following year. So, whether you're aiming for a traditional look or want to add a twist with a 'Strawberry Blonde' or 'Van Gogh,' sunflowers can brighten up your garden and property.
Visit some of your local nurseries to prep your garden for the colour of summer:
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Author: Bryce Anderson