"Go no further than self-seeding plants if you're looking for an economical and low-maintenance way to cover your cottage garden in flowers over time," says Nick from WeThrift.
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Select self-seeding plants
"Gardens can be effectively divided with Picket-style fencing," suggests Georgina Read, Director of Paving Superstore. The design will beautifully surround your outside area
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Install a picket or hazel stem lattice fence
It's possible that you've never given the impact that paving surfaces can have on your landscape. But choosing a certain type of paving might quickly conjure that image of a cottage.
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Play with the paving surfaces
Trellis panels and screens are a terrific, low-cost method to design a cottage garden. According to trend specialist Nick, "wooden trellises are a great way to achieve a more rustic feel."
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Add a decorative trellis or garden arch
Use it to grow plants overhead to elevate your garden arch or even pergola ideas. This is actually much easier than you might think and is a fairly quick technique to add instant drama to your cottage garden.
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Grow plants overhead
Purchasing second-hand furniture from antique stores, fairs, or even online marketplaces like Facebook Marketplace and eBay is a wonderful way to personalize your cottage garden.
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Include vintage furniture
Encourage wisteria to climb over the facade of your home to add color and aroma. May and June will see the lovely flowers open, providing a blanket of dainty purple blooms.
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Cover your home with wisteria
Look no further than the countryside for ideas when upcycling old farmyard objects. Even the smallest landscapes can accommodate tiny herb gardens or potting areas made from water troughs on legs.
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Upcycle farmyard items