Garden Problems... And This Is How They Solved! Part 2

Here are some problems that usually happen on garden's construction... and this is how they solved:

7. An unattractive view of a huge area of a neighbor's wall
The pergola over the sitting area was constructed to hide some of the wall and rising the terrace also helped.

Pergola over the sitting area

8. Want to have a water feature but was concerned about the safety of the baby or little children
A raised brick edge water feature with a shallow layer of of pebbles and a low geyser could be constructed. The height makes it safe for small children.

Brick edge pond

9. A downward slope from the end of the garden towards the house
A raised patio was formed above the slope.

10. An ugly fence at the end of the garden
Raised beds in front of the fence hide it and also easy to maintain.

Raised beds in front of the fence

11. The shape of the rectangular are of paving next to the house is harsh
The terrace was curved to improve the shape, creating a path between the house and the shed.

12. A large tree from next door over hangs the bottom of the garden
A summer house was placed in this area as little would grow in this light.

Summer house under the tree

13. A side alley with uninteresting views of the neighboring houses
Two wide wire arches were planted with the climbers clematis sweet pea and a trachelospermum to conceal the view.  


 

In a Roses Garden...

Maybe all roads lead to Rome, but in some gardens, all plants lead to the Rose. Roses are true chameleons in the garden. With their glowing blossoms held high, roses always attract attention. They are dramatic enough to be admired from afar and can be planted some distance from the house without diminishing their effect. Roses also bring a feeling of luxury to the landscape. Manny rose classes offer a profusion of blooms on thick, full bushes or even just to fill the corner of a bed.

Roses Garden

Pay attention to the harmony of forms and colors when planning garden around roses. Complementary colors work best, as when "Fritz Nobis", a light pink rose, grows along side purple berberis. Roses can served as elegant filler in a bed or border. In some planting, roses are at their best when they're allowed to play a supporting role. A single "Buff Beauty" bush at the edge of this bed offer a unifying color element to the delphinium and lysimachia.

Fritz Nobis Roses

Buff Beauty Roses

Is there anything in the world of horticulture that says "welcome" better than climbing roses adorning a door? A "Penelope" rose lends a softness inviting to a doorway. Sometimes, even roses that are not classed as climbers can be persuaded to adopt rambling habit. "The Fairy" is an exceedingly vigorous shrub rose that shines when it is left to scurry over a split rail fence or on pergola. As a bonus, it's hardier than most climbers.

The Fairy Roses

Penelope Roses

   
Roses are citizen of the world, at home in any domain. Don't be fool to thinking that roses belong only within the confines of a refined bed or classic cottage garden. Even in an area with little rainfall, drought- and heat tolerant roses can be found to ornament the garden. Austrian briar or "Rosa foetida" seems can be found at many front yard gardens in the dry and wild west area.

R.foetida bicolor with R.foetida
Pictured in a private garden in Reno, Nevada

Reference : Rose Gardens by Warren Schultz