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Create the perfect garden

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 Create an idyllic outdoor hideaway to sit back, relax and enjoy the sights and sounds of nature ...                                                   Make a statement with an architectural water feature Handmade terracotta pots make captivating water features. These pots from Pots and Pithoi with a unique coloring. Choose a ribbed pot to see the ripples of water cascading or a smooth one for a sculptural effect. Including an internal light creates a dramatic look in the evenings.                         Lay a rustic stone terrace Try large flagstones - choose from antique-finished limestones and marbles to naturally riven slates and sandstones. Available in pale buff shades through to greys and blacks, you can buy different thicknesses from Mandarin Stone  to create a seamless finish between in...

GARDEN ROCK

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 When diving into a landscaping project , most homeowners first think of the plants that will accent their lawn, garden, and patio designs . Trees, shrubs, flowers, and ground cover are all important elements in creating the perfect outdoor setting. However, hardscaping is just as important! Garden rock is an excellent way to add texture, color, and interest to your landscape — and it can be a beautiful stand-alone statement.                                             Here’s another fact you may not have considered: When winter comes, your hardscape will become the visual dominant element. Unless you live in a sub-tropical climate or plant mostly evergreens, trees will drop their leaves, plants will turn brown and go dormant, flowers will disappear. If you’re just as thoughtful in planning your landscape rock elements as you are with your plants, the hardscape choices will...