3 Garden Elements That Are Important In Any Garden

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Home gardens, no matter the size, can provide solace from the day to day bustle of every day life. However, gardens are an ongoing project. Here’s some tips to help you navigate the basics before you begin.

Installing a garden isn’t just a matter of landscaping the space, making sure you’ve got somewhere to sit, and then relaxing in the sunshine and enjoying it all. You need to put in routine effort to cultivate the land, make sure your plants are happy, and to keep it all functional and tidy throughout the seasons.

Garden features such as water fountains, seating, garden art, fences and edges, are a popular way to add some flair and utility to your garden. However, some of these installations will need a little more elbow grease than others. Know about the maintenance now – before you set your tools down and kick back; once you’re relaxing in your outdoor paradise, you won’t want to get up again!

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#1 – Fencing

Perimeter fencing (ie a fence that runs all of the way around your garden) will need a lot of upkeep over the years, especially if it’s wood. From the moment it’s installed to the present day, there are numerous things that will gradually break it down, requiring upkeep and maintenance. The weather, animals, nearby plant life, traffic and general wear and tear can all have a detrimental effect on the longevity of a garden fence.

For your fence to stand the test of time, you need to check it at least annually to see how it’s performing. For example, have the fencing holes come loose in the ground? If so, there’s a chance your fence will collapse with the next bit of bad weather. 

Because of that, never underestimate just how many times you’re going to need to go shopping for fencing, fencing supports, and paint/varnish to keep it all looking good. A well maintained fence is the finishing touch on top of any other landscaping you can do, but it’s also one of the best security measures at your disposal. Add fencing maintenance to your annual schedule to enjoy the installation for as long as possible.

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#2 – Water features

Whether you’re planning on installing a water feature in the garden – or you’ve already got one – you’ll have a lot of work on your hands. Water features are lovely design elements, and they do uplift the natural habitats of wildlife in the area, but they can be tricky too! 

Simple water features will require pumps and filters to be maintained, and ponds that have been built to house fish and frogs require even more maintenance to keep them at the appropriate temperature. They’ll also need to be kept clean with regular testing, and you’ll need to keep bigger animals away to prevent everything from being eaten! 

#3 – The Soil

Whilst garden soil mightn’t be the first garden installation you think of, it’s one of the most important in the overall health and vigor of a garden. The literal earth beneath your feet – the lifeblood of the garden – can be a tough nut to crack. For abundant plant life, it needs to be rich in organic material, have the right aeration, and the right moisture levels at all times.

You also don’t want to kill your soil with kindness via overwatering, creating a waterlogged mess – nor do you want to overplant the area so it’s overcrowded with plant life. Managing your soil is a careful balance to try and get right, taking time, consideration and sometimes money in the process.

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