- When planning a country landscape, the patio, terrace and walkways must be considered. To create a rustic atmosphere, the landscape should consist of meandering pathways made up of one of the following materials: flagstone to create a more sophisticated look, weathered brick for a charming ambiance, cobblestone to add an air of European inspiration or gravel, which is the least expensive material to work with. For a more classic, formal look, use straight lines and sharp turns. To bring informality to the landscape, use soft curves.
- When deciding what plants, trees and shrubs to include, careful planning is essential. Varying the heights of trees and shrubs is an important factor in creating a balanced design. To have a rustic look, lush greenery is absolutely needed. This can be accomplished with thick vines climbing along an arbor or an arch. An assortment of roses, lavender and other fragrant flowers add to the ambiance.
- To complete the authentic rustic charm of the garden, the right accessories must be chosen. To begin, a gazebo can be placed in one corner with a winding path leading to it. Not far off, a decorative pond and rustic wooden footbridge can be added. Around flower beds, white picket fences or decorative iron fences can complement the country theme. For furniture, wooden, wrought iron or teak chairs and tables can be used. Because color is an important element of the country look, colorful outdoor pillows, tableware and planters can be placed in strategic areas. And let's not forget to place terra-cotta, natural pottery and natural-toned containers in various places throughout our country garden.
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