April's Lawn and Garden Decor

Many of us are willing to put in the extra time to learn about the flowers we want and how things will better grow and were. However, some of use get to the point that we would like that little extra touch that brings every thing together but don't want to pay someone else to do it for us.

Some of the things we can buy my not fit together such as: color, textures and lighting. What do we use to give that Garden party that great look but not overwhelm the eye in doing so?

Here are some tips and guidelines to follow:
1) Always use another color that is on the opposite side the color spectrum of the color you have already used.
2) Foliage of light against dark colors can add fullness as will as fullness and height to your garden.
3) The placement on a sculpture or fountain should be not only for the eye but also for function.
4) When decorating for a setting area it is important to baorder the area with: plants, bushes and/or fencing making it a quite place and soft lighting for the evening.
5) Any decor you use for your area do not need to match, however, should be balanced in form, color, texture and theme.
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Mixing a loose, carefree combination of plants with a stately urn unites opposites in an appealing way. A pair of these containers on either side of a formal gate offers a friendly welcome to guests.
Many times when I select plants to use in a container I'm never sure how the arrangement will look until it is planted. I often feel my way through a design and find I am surprised as anyone with the results.