Creating a Welcoming, Eye-Catching Garden

By following the simple guidelines below, you can create a garden that is welcoming, eye-catching and rejuvenating.

Embrace Colour in Your Backyard

While a beautifully manicured lawn is nice, adding colour will provide variety, contrast and focal points in your garden. Choose vibrant flowers for your backyard and don't be afraid to add some flowering herbs, too. Spring onions, purple flowering chives and flowering fruits and vegetables can all complement your garden. This will also attract beneficial insects to your backyard and they will happily pollinate and clean up any pests for you.

Your Garden Colour Code

Group plants with the same foliage or flower colour for greater impact. Stand back and take a look at the colours in your garden and think about how you could achieve different effects. Consider moving potted flowers around or planting new flowers in groupings. 

Try to create a colour theme that blends indoor and outdoor spaces while remaining unique to your garden. A coloured outdoor awning that extends from your home and leads to your garden could be the perfect solution for indoor-outdoor flow. You could even automate your Somfy awning to open at certain times of the day, protecting plants that thrive in shady areas.

Control Weeds through Regular Maintenance

Remove and compost plants that compete with what you really want in your garden. Carry out regular weeding and add mulch to your garden to deter new weeds from setting in.

Make a Path

Pathways help to divide your garden and create a clear sense of space. They provide a pleasant way for your guests to explore the space and they are an aesthetic feature in themselves. Stone walkways are an effective and affordable option. You can also consider lining your path with bright flowers, solar lights and the occasional yard statue - or, better yet, a careful blend of all three!

For lighting options that really enhance your outdoor paths, consider outdoor lighting options which can be controlled via Somfy remote or your mobile device with Connexoon Window RTS. 

Use Feature Pots or Containers

Do you have a unique pot that comes in a special shape or size? Instead of hiding it away, use some clever design techniques to highlight its special features. Place your unique pot between smaller or more ordinary designs to highlight its appeal. Large and intricate pots create a luxurious feel for your yard and the contrast is more appealing to the eye than pots in one uniform size.

Install a Water Feature

A water feature is one of the more luxurious ways to enhance your garden. It will be a visually stunning addition to your yard and one that creates a more peaceful and pleasant atmosphere. Enjoy the sound of running water or embrace a unique design that oozes with old-world charm and luxury.

Set up a Zen Zone

Create an outdoor relaxation area to encourage your family and friends to enjoy the yard. You might surround your Zen Zone with outdoor seating, artwork, a patio, a climbing vine or even a fishpond. The elements you choose are up to you, but make it a place to escape from the bustle of everyday life and reconnect with nature.

We hope you have found some inspiration from this article. If you're ready to create your perfect garden area, explore Somfy's outdoor lighting and window covering options. With a range of automated solutions available, we can help you transform your garden into a beautiful, welcoming space. Get in touch with a Somfy Expert to learn more.