When designing the front garden, the path to the house plays an important role not only in terms of appearance, but also in terms of safety. Whether the walkway is straight or curved, it should be easy to walk on and slip-resistant in any case. Appropriate and sufficient lighting also reduces the risk of falls and injuries.
To give the front garden a structure, woody plants are particularly suitable. Which shrubs and trees to plant in the front garden, wants to be well thought out. After all, these grow for ten years until they reach their final height and are not always easy to prune. To give a coherent picture, the choice of plants should also be well thought out. For example, a cottage garden with numerous colorful flowers goes well with a half-timbered house, while a simple front garden with a straight flagstone path and uniform shrubs goes well with a modern flat-roofed house.
A visually appealing solution should also be found for the mailbox and the trash cans located in front of the front door. A trash can cover made of wood or metal makes the garbage cans disappear and can be embellished with climbing plants, for example. Bamboo mats or movable walls are also a good alternative for hiding items. Small fountains or other water features beautify the front garden and give it more liveliness.
Source: Schöner Wohnen
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