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Formal garden design ideas - latest blog post

12 Oct 2022 | BALI Member News

There is much talk in the garden design world about the popularity of naturalistic garden styles and ‘rewilding’ outdoor spaces.  However, in the experience of Accredited contractor The Garden Company, there is still a steady interest from many clients in more formal garden styles. Such designs have a timeless appeal. They offer an elegant, refined ‘look and feel’.

Formal gardens follow some simple design principles – outlined in this post – but they do not need to be sterile.  I love to add pollinator-friendly plants to complement the classic hedges and shrubs associated with formal gardens. Wildlife-friendly features (such as plant choices, water sources, insect habitats) enhance a formal garden’s visual appeal and add a contemporary touch….

Read the full blog post: Formal garden design ideas.

Photo credit: Rebecca Bernstein.

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