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Whimsical Garden Ideas: How To Grow A Whimsical Garden
29.08.2023 - 02:59 / gardeningknowhow.com / Mary Ellen Ellis
When something is whimsical, it is playful, fun, fanciful, and not too serious. Your style or your home décor can be whimsical, but what about your garden? If you enjoy the world of whimsy, take it to the outdoors and design a quirky and imaginative space.
Being whimsical can mean being unpredictable or impulsive, but in terms of garden design, it implies creativity, imagination, and humor. A whimsical yard or garden might contain some unusual, even odd elements, but it’s all in good fun and has a lighthearted spirit.
Whimsical garden design is laid back and free-spirited. It isn’t too rigid. It involves trying new and unusual things and finding out if they work. If you enjoy creating and designing on the fly rather than sticking strictly to a plan, whimsical gardening could be just right for you.
Whimsy is fun, so why not embrace it in your yard and garden? Here are some whimsical garden ideas to help you create a unique and enjoyable outdoor space:
Whimsy is far from formal. Keep this in mind when creating flower beds. Use a mix of plants to vary texture, size, and color. Blend foliage plants with flowers. Don’t overthink it or over plan. Just plant and see what happens.
Look for plants that are bright, bold, or unusual in some way. A plant with very giant flowers, like a hollyhock, for instance, or a boxwood trimmed into fun shapes definitely add whimsy to beds and gardens. Vines and dwarf trees are also good options.
Upcycle or repurpose old objects or those that don’t traditionally belong in the garden for a touch of the unexpected. Turn an old headboard into a fanciful bench or trellis for a vine. Use an old door to make a potting bench. Turn a vintage dish or platter into a birdbath or teacups into a fountain.
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