Looking to revamp your garden for 2021? Balconies, garden furniture and wildlife-friendly plants are set to dominate next year, according to Instagrammers.
- Wild gardens – let the plants and flowers grow wild and welcome in the birds, bees and butterflies. Start by opting for a single-flowering variety of plant with open flowers. Add long wild grass and plant vines that create a wild and untamed look.
- Organic gardening – opt for using organic materials in your garden in 2021 to help nurture the ground you’re planting in.
- Saving water – whether you’re a gardener or not, the importance of saving water is becoming more widespread. We envision it being a bigger trend in gardening in 2021, as more people have taken to their plots recently and have become more aware of the environmental consequences.
- Permaculture gardening – this is a technique that works with nature to create food, shelter and water for your garden.
- Raised garden beds – create a gorgeous feature in your garden by building a raised wooden garden bed, it is ideal if you’re working with a small space. If you fancy a more rustic look, use old railway sleepers.
- The use of peat – increasing numbers of people are opting to go peat-free in their gardens and this will continue into 2021, as garden centres offer more expert advice for people to make their own decisions, as well as peat free alternatives.
- Balcony gardening – we will start to see more city goers turning their balconies into urban jungles with stunning plants, homely furnishings, and accessories. Plants like bamboo, eucalyptus, peace lilies and jasmine will feature.
- Inside outside – take your indoor furniture outdoors by adding sofas, garden rugs, outdoor cushions and potted plants to your outdoor space. It’s all about creating a flow from inside to outside. This can be achieved by choosing plants like geraniums and lilies that work well in both environments.
- Tiny gardens – it’s all about making small spaces look bigger. You can achieve this by growing up to use your vertical space, having a clear pathway, laying borders and creating separate zones. Add some eye-catching geraniums and geums to brighten up the place.
- Windowsill gardens – try and make the most of your windowsill by transforming it with some Insta-worthy plants. Chillies, kale, pea shoots and spinach will add a little spice to your windowsill.
- Grey gardens – introduce grey to your outdoor space with silvery foliage plants and match them with some pops of complementary colour.
- Cottage gardens – this trend is so simple, all you need is some traditional materials, plants that are a mixture of ornamental and edible. It’s all about injecting grace and charm to your space.