Every garden is personal and should reflect the owner’s personality. Art in the garden is an essential element and may be achieved in different ways. From grand statuary worth thousands to a simple WOW moment of a fairy garden in a pot, perhaps a handmade totem comprised of family memorabilia, a secret garden set for an afternoon tea or a simple collection of birdhouses – all can make all the difference to the final look.
All gardens should incite joy, surprise, wonder, curiosity, even memories. A well-positioned item can personalize a garden just by its placement. It can also showcase a plant with a unique bloom or beautifully textured leaf. A well-placed piece of art can highlight the variances of greens during non-blooming times. One might consider using items to bring the inside out: place a grandson’s rubber lizard on a rock to make you smile every time you pass, since he’s in college now; or showcase Grandmother’s teacup as a butterfly feeder. Think out of the box and make outside spaces your own!