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21 Best Shrubs & Perennials For The Front Of House

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Foundation plants are the first thing people see when they come to your home. So it’s important to choose the ones that looks the best. In this post, I share a list of my favorite perennials and shrubs for landscaping around your house.

One of the best ways to increase curb appeal in front of your house is to use stunning foundation plants.

From evergreen bushes to flowering perennials, there are many landscaping ideas you can use to add visual interest to your home.

Don’t be overwhelmed by all the choices. This guide will show you the best foundation shrubs and perennials, so you’ll be able to pick out your favorites without any stress.

What Are Foundation Plants?

Foundation plants started as a way to hide the unsightly cement or blocks around the base of newly constructed homes.

Now people add them around their house to enhance the beauty, and break up the monotonous look of a treeless yard, or siding that reaches to the ground.

Landscapers use a mixture of bushes, flowers, and shrubs as a way to create artistic visual interest.

With the right shape, size and color, you can draw someone’s eye around your yard, up the walk, and to the front door. It’s like interior design, but outdoors.

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When you are looking for foundation plants, these are the attributes that are the most important:

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21 Foundation Plants & Shrubs For Front Of House

I split up the list into two sections to make it easier for you to find what you need. First, we will look at the best shrubs for the front of your house.

Then, you will discover the most popular flowers and perennials that you can use to dress up your home landscaping quickly.

Best Shrubs To Plant In Front Of The House

Shrubs and bushes are the most popular foundation plants for the front of the house. They’re easy to care for, make the best base for corners, and anchor your landscaping. Below are some good options.

1. Boxwood

One of the most common foundation shrubs is the boxwood because it’s easy to shape with some hedge trimmers.

These evergreen bushes can reach 6-8’, and do well in partial to full sun. Most people use them as the base or backdrop for their landscaping, and place other colorful specimens around them.

2. Roses

This classic bush comes in a bunch of different shapes and sizes.

You can find them in just about any hue from pink or red, to yellow, orange, and even shades of white, blue, or purple. Simply choose your favorite colors.

Roses also have a variety of heights. Find them in dwarf forms that only reach 1-3’, or larger shrubs and climbers that can get anywhere from 8-20’ tall.

3. Hydrangea

Hydrangeas are another fantastic way to add pops of color to the front of your house.

Their showy flowers bloom in the late summer or early fall. They come in varieties with either pink, green, blue, purple, or even white blossoms.

They do best in zones 4-9, and can reach heights of either 4-6’ or 6-8’, depending on the type you own. Learn how to grow hydrangeas here.

Hydrangeas are popular foundation shrubs

4. Japanese Maple

A much taller option is the Japanese maple, which you can find either as a bush or in a small tree form.

Some of the bush varieties reach 12-15’, and the trees can be 15-20’. So make sure you give them plenty of space, and don’t put them too close to your house.

They are breathtaking in the fall when the leaves change from green to a vibrant red. This deciduous tree or shrub does best in zones 6-9 with full sun.

5. Juniper

This common evergreen shrub is often used by the pros as the bones or an anchor in front yard landscape design.

The juniper is known for its unmistakable berries that grow in between the pines on some species.

It’s a conifer that prefers full sun, and can reach 4-6’. The ones that make the best foundation plants are those that stay closer to the ground, rather than the ones that look like tall trees.

6. Dogwood

In general there are two basic types of dogwoods, a tree and a shrub. While the trees look great, at 15-20’ they can be a bit too large to put right next to your house.

The bushes do best in full sun, and can reach 8-12’. Both are deciduous and thrive in zones 5-8.

Some will even bloom in mid-spring, with lovely pink or white flowers that are highly fragrant and attractive to pollinators.

Dogwood are good bushes for front of house

7. Elderberry

The elderberry is a pretty specimen that bears edible fruit. The sweet berries can be used to make jams and deserts, and the birds love feasting on them too.

Though it prefers full sun, it can do well in partial shade as well. This beautiful bush is hardy in zones 3-9, where it can reach 8-10’.

In the late spring and early summer it blooms with white flowers, which are a delightful contrast to the dark maroon foliage.

8. Dwarf Lilac

The dwarf lilac is a fantastic way to line your sidewalks or add color to the front of your house.

Reaching 4-6’ tall, this shrub is easy to trim into stunning round shapes, and small enough to make the perfect foundation plant.

It does best in zones 3-7. In late spring it will come alive with pink or fuchsia blooms that smell heavenly.

9. Weigela

If you’re looking for a bush that has good fall colors to brighten up your yard, try weigela. It does best in sun or partial shade in zones 5-9.

It reaches 36-48” tall, though dwarf varieties can be much smaller. The flowers bloom in late spring and early summer with pink, red, or white petals.

Unfortunately, they aren’t fragrant when they bloom. But the brilliant colors are stunning, and really stand out against the light green foliage.

Weigela flowering shrub next to the house

10. Mock Orange

Don’t let the name fool you. The mock orange has white flowers that look and smell like those on an orange tree, but it doesn’t produce any fruit.

Also known as English dogwood, this large bush towers at 8-10’, and prefers partial shade in zones 4-8.

The highly fragrant blooms appear in late spring and early summer. Place them near a window so you can enjoy the heavenly aroma inside your home when they’re in full bloom.

11. Azalea / Rhododendron

There are lots of types of azalea and rhododendron that you can choose from. All of them are dazzling.

Growing anywhere from 36-48” for the dwarf varieties, or as large as 10-12’ for larger ones, they prefer shade and acidic soil.

They are the epitome of spring in zones 3-8, blooming in late spring with showy flowers and bright colors.

From whites to pinks and shades of purple, to red, orange, and even yellow, they dress up a home’s front landscape.

12. Spirea

With tons of different varieties to choose from, spirea is a popular foundation shrub because it stays fairly small. Most will only reach 24-36” tall.

It’s also a favorite because it’s resistant to deer, and does well in a wide range of zones, from 4 to 9.

The foliage is pretty, and the pink or white blossoms appear in mid-spring.

Spirea shrubs in front of house

13. Japanese Yew

Another great anchor, the Japanese yew is a low-maintenance coniferous bush that looks captivating in the winter.

The shortest ones, which are 8-10’, make the best foundation shrubs. The taller ones can reach 15-20’, and are better to use farther away from your house.

This is a popular choice for evergreen privacy, and a nice addition to any front garden bed.

Best Foundation Perennials

When it comes to picking out foundation perennial plants, you have a ton to choose from.

The best ones will depend on the color, size, and shape of your home and the existing landscaping. Here are some of my favorites.

14. Lilies

Lilies add artistic beauty to the front of your home, and there are so many varieties that you can pick from.

The sizes range from 1-3’ for the shorter ones, all the way up to an impressive 8’ for the tallest. Though the hardiness varies depending on the species, you can find them for just about any zone.

Most will bloom in late spring or early summer and have stunning, often fragrant, flowers that come in an array of patterns and colors.

15. Hostas

With solid or multicolored leaves that look like they came straight out of a painting, hostas add visual interest to your landscaping.

They only reach 18-28” tall and wide, and do best in shady spots in zones 3-8.

The trumpet-shaped blossoms appear in late summer, and can be anywhere from pale or light purple to white.

Using hostas as foundation plants

16. Astilbe

Also called false goat’s beard, astilbe has bold red, white, or pink flowers that bloom in mid-spring and early summer.

The colors are electric, and really command attention. They are also fantastic for cutting and adding to your indoor bouquet.

This excellent foundation plant will reach 18-24” and, depending on the variety, can thrive in anywhere from partial shade to full sun in zones 4-9. Learn exactly how to grow astilbe here.

17. Iris

There are hundreds of species of this romantic flower that you can choose from. The most popular is the bearded iris.

Depending on the type you choose, they can reach anywhere from 24-36”. The spiky foliage makes a great backdrop, and the blossoms open in the spring.

They come in a variety of colors, from lavender or blue, to yellow, white, pink, salmon, and dark purple. Some smell wonderful too.

18. Coral Bells (Heuchera)

Also called coral bells, Heucheras add vibrance and texture, and are a classic addition to any landscape.

When the pink or white flowers bloom in early summer, they can reach 18”. But the foliage is the star of the show, and you can find them in just about any color of the rainbow.

They can thrive anywhere from shade to full sun in zones 4-9, and can tolerate drought conditions.

Coral bells add color around house foundation

19. Phlox

Very broadly, there are two popular kinds of phlox: tall and creeping. Both require full sun, and are hardy in zones 4-8.

Tall varieties do well in partial shade to full sun, and get to be 36-48”. They have fragrant white, pink, purple, or magenta blooms that appear around the middle of summer.

The creeping ones have a sprawling habit, and barely reach 6” tall. They bloom in early spring, and also come in various colors.

20. Yucca

The yucca is an effortless choice for beginners. These tough evergreen perennials are perfect for drier soils that are typical around a house foundation.

It’s rounded shape with lots of sharp-pointed leaves is easy to spot. Though most commonly used as a desert perennial in zones 9-11, there are cold-hardy varieties that can survive down to zone 3.

When it blooms in late spring, the tall flower spikes stick straight out of the center. They’re usually either pale yellow, pink, or a shade of white, and smell amazing.

The bloom spikes stay short on some types, only reaching 18-36″, while others can get up to 30′ tall. When not in bloom, the foliage is only 18-24”.

21. Peony

There are a bunch of varieties of peonies you can choose from, with a range of different sizes and colors.

The most common one for people to use as foundation perennials is the Chinese peony. It grows 24-36”, and thrives in full exposure.

The showy flowers are well known for their intoxicating fragrance, and bloom in late spring and early summer in zones 2-8. Learn how to care for peonies here.

Peonies planted at the corner of my house

With this list of the best foundation plants for the front of your house, you’re sure to find tons of options. Add some visual interest and beauty to your home with any of these stunning bushes, shrubs, and perennials.

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15 Front Yard Plants For Year-Round Curb Appeal

There are so many great reasons to create exceptional curb appeal at the front door. Striving to be the envy of the neighborhood? Or are you envisioning a more welcoming entrance. Perhaps it is time to sell the house. On the other hand, it might be a great time to put in some landscape plants to compliment the recently installed new porch or siding.

Great design and planting ideas to boost your curb appeal are a wonderful way to achieve all the above.

3 Questions to Ask Yourself About Your Front Yard Space

Before going too far down the creative rabbit hole, it is best to face reality. Set realistic goals for the future plants. Ask yourself some important questions to determine some goals, dreams, expectations, and limitations of the front of your home.

How much time do you want to spend in the front yard?

Love gardening? A new or experienced gardener might dream big and plant gorgeous, exotic, or rare plants that need pruning, replanting, and tidying at the front door. A lover of gardening may want to spend every evening and most Saturday’s and Sunday’s out front, primping and priming the planted beauties!

On the other hand, another type of gardener may want to walk through a lovely, tidy, low-maintenance entrance and wave at the neighbors, before quietly receding to the privacy of the backyard.

When planning the plants for the front entrance make sure to consider high or low maintenance design.

Is the front yard a place you would enjoy spending lots of time?

Do you want to be friendly with the neighbors? Is there a great view, and nice weather?

Maybe the front yard is a welcoming place, perfect for a little sitting area. For instance, it may be suited for some fragrant plantings to enjoy when welcoming visitors who stop by.

Alternatively, is it full blast in the hot sun all day with a ton of noisy traffic?

In this case, it might be a great place for a tall evergreen hedge and a large specimen tree to create shade for the front door and house.

Will the front of the house be a high-traffic area?

If guests, pets, and kids will be running all over the front yard, it may be important to create some delineation of where to walk, and, importantly, where not to walk.

3 Design Must Haves for Instant Curb Appeal

Begin with the Big Picture

Take it all in. Walk around the front yard and out to the street. Try to see the front entrance and yard with new eyes. Notice the style of the home with the intention of matching the future landscaping.

For instance, a cozy cottage style home might invite a cottage garden theme. On the other hand, a modern or contemporary home with simple, geometric lines may lend itself well to repetitive, complementary, or slightly softening lines.

Set Up for Success

Plants are a wonderful way to make your home more welcoming. Set them up for success by building excellent growing areas for them. Often, homes are built on solid, compact ground. This is excellent for pouring concrete but essentially awful for trees, shrubs, perennials, and annuals.

Plan to excavate areas of poor-quality ground to fill with high-quality soil. This is specifically important for foundation plantings of trees and shrubs. Alternatively, you might build raised garden beds or use planters, urns, or hanging baskets.

Go the extra mile right from the start by installing an automatic irrigation system. This saves an impressive amount of water and time. Solar lighting is another excellent addition to increase curb appeal and show off your landscape efforts.

Right Plant in the Right Place

Importantly, consider how much sun, shade, snow, rain, and wind there is in the front yard.

As an example, a lovely specimen tree won’t be too pretty after the roof sheds a heavy load of snow on it and breaks all the branches. Similarly, it is only too sad, after waiting all spring for the cherry blossoms, to see the pretty petals are blown off in the wind on their first day.

In contrast, herbaceous perennials can take a snow load and grow quickly again next spring. Indeed, some even love the extra moisture. Likewise, some plants look wonderful and airy dancing and waving in windy places.

Importantly, choose plants that fit your growing zone, climate, conditions, and sun/shade aspects of the front door to improve the success of your curb appeal choices.

15 Front Yard Plants for Instant Curb Appeal

Specimen Trees & Shrubs

1. Flowering Dogwood

(Cornus florida)

Stand Out Feature: Stunning 3-inch flowers and wonderful fall foliage.

Size: 12 to 36 feet (4 to 12 m) tall.

Zone and Growing Condition: Moist acidic soil. Sun to part shade. Zones 5 to 9.

2. Japanese Maple

(Acer palmatum)

Stand Out Feature: Deeply cut maple leaves in purple, pink, red, and green color varieties on graceful branches.

Size: 15 to 35 feet (5 to 12 m) tall and wide.

Zone and Growing Condition: Moist neutral to acidic soil. Sun to part shade. Zones 5 to 8.

3. Rugosa Roses

(Rosa rugosa)

Stand Out Feature: Hardy, robust rose with fragrant long-lived blooms. May also make a fine choice for hedges.

Size: 4 to 8 feet (120 cm to 240 cm) tall and 4 to 6 feet (120 cm to 180 cm) wide.

Zone and Growing Condition: Moist acidic, neutral, or alkaline soil. Sun to part shade. Zones 2 to 7.

4. Magnolia

(Magnolia grandiflora)

Stand Out Feature: Large, fragrant, star or bowl-shaped flowers in spring on either deciduous or evergreen trees.

Size: Small tree varieties are compact, reaching 15 feet (5 m), while large tree varieties may reach up to 80 feet (26 m) tall.

Zone and Growing Condition: Fertile, well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Sun to part shade. Zones 4 to 10.

5. Crabapple (Malus)

Stand Out Feature: Spring flowers, attractive fruit, and lovely growing habit.

Size: Small crabapple trees grow 10 to 15 feet (3 to 4.5 m). The largest crabapple trees reach over 40 feet (12 m) tall.

Zone and Growing Condition: Well-drained soil of sand, loam, or clay. Sun to part shade.

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6. English Holly

(Ilex aquifolium)

Stand Out Feature: Beauty, style, privacy, security, and holiday décor, all in one large, distinctive hedge. Glossy green, sharply lobed leaves make the perfect backdrop for the vibrant red berries.

Size: Up to 15 feet (5 m) tall, and 8 to 10 feet (2.5 to 3 m) wide.

Zone and Growing Condition: Fertile, slightly acidic, well-draining soil. Full sun to partial shade. Zones 5 to 9.

7. Rhododendron

(Rhododendron)

Stand Out Feature: Showstopping large flower clusters in an excellent range of colors. Smooth, waxy, evergreen leaves look great all through the year.

Size: Miniature Rhododendron may grow only 1 foot (30 cm) tall, low-growing varieties may grow 5 to 6 feet (150 to 180 cm) tall, and the largest types may reach over 20 feet (6.5 m) tall.

Zone and Growing Condition: Moist, slightly acidic soils. In humid, cooler climates, full sun is tolerated. Part sun to shade in drier conditions, especially in winter. Zones 4 to 8.

8. Boxwood

(Buxus sempervirens)

Stand Out Feature: The gateway plant to formal gardening. Boxwood takes well to shaping. It is a small broadleaf evergreen with smooth, bright green leaves.

Size: 3 to 5 feet (90 to 150 cm) tall.

Zone and Growing Condition: Moist, well-draining, alkaline soil. Sun to part shade. Too much sun may scorch leaves. However, too much shade may cause plant to grow spindlier. Zones 5 to 8.

9. Arborvitea (Thuja)

Stand Out Feature: Thuja dominates in the privacy screen hedge category! They are available in a wide range of shapes, sizes, and colors. Indeed, Arborvitea may be small and round or enormous giants.

Size: From 1 foot (30 cm) to over 60 feet (18 m).

Zone and Growing Condition: Moist, well-draining soil. Sun to part shade. Protect from deer, drought, salt, and wind for luxurious green growth. Zone 2 to 11.

10. Bigleaf Hydrangea

(Hydrangea macrophylla)

Stand Out Feature: This queen of the shrubs has many species. Additionally, this hydrangea species has many varieties which are classed in two groups, mopheads and lacecaps. It gets even more interesting as the sterile flowers last extremely long, make excellent dried flowers, and even change color throughout their lives. Incredibly, a single plant may have flowers of differing ages and different colors!

Size: Height and spread of 4 to 5 feet (120 to 150 cm).

Zone and Growing Condition: Rich, moist, well-drained soils. Part shade. May tolerate full sun if kept consistently moist. Zone 6 to 9.

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11. Creeping Juniper

(Juniperus horizontalis)

Stand Out Feature: Excellent groundcover that looks great all year long. Importantly, they make wonderful filler to help keep challenging areas clean and tidy. Creeping juniper comes in a wide selection of colors and textures. Additionally, they are low maintenance and drought tolerant.

Size: Depending on the cultivar, creeping juniper may spread up to 20 feet (6.5 m).

Zone and Growing Condition: Poorer soil of loam or clay. Full sun to part sun. Zones 3 to 10.

12. Creeping Phlox

(Phlox stolonifera)

Stand Out Feature: This gorgeous low maintenance ground cover is an eyecatcher when it is smothered in fragrant blooms in Spring.

Size: 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 cm) tall, spreading 9 to 18 inches (20 to 45 cm) wide.

Zone and Growing Condition: Well-draining loam soil that is acidic, neutral, or alkaline. Full to partial sun. Zones 3 to 9.

Long-Blooming, Showstopping Perennials

13. Daylily

(Hemerocallis)

Stand Out Feature: This long-blooming perennial is a must have for the low-maintenance garden. Once established, these showy bloomers are incredible when in bloom. On the other hand, their long arching grassy-like foliage looks great too! For the plant obsessed, the available variety of flower shades and shapes will keep you searching for your next favorite daylily!

Size: 2 to 3 feet (60 to 90 cm) tall and wide.

Zone and Growing Condition: All soil types. Sun and shade but may bloom more in sun. Zones 3 to 9.

14. Black Eyed Susan

(Rudbeckia)

Stand Out Feature: Catch the attention of the passersby with the vibrant blooms of this stately daisy-like flower. Tall and distinct, a carefree plant that handles just about any situation. Importantly, Black Eyed Susan really shines in the in-between time when some of the garden is fading out in midsummer.

Size: 2 to 3 feet (60 to 90 cm) tall.

Zone and Growing Condition: Clay loam soil. Full sun to sun. Zone 3 to 7.

15. Garden Phlox

(Phlox paniculata)

Stand Out Feature: Wonderful scent to carry through weeks at the end of summer. Furthermore, the masses of vibrant blooms can be admired from afar.

Size: 2 to 4 feet (60 to 120 cm) tall.

Zone and Growing Condition: Rich, heavy soil with reasonable drainage. Full sun to sun. Zones 4 to 8.

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Regardless of the reasons, plants at the front door will help to create exceptional curb appeal to catch the eye of the passersby.

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Gone are the days when a dacha was used exclusively for growing vegetables and berries. Today it is a place of rest from the bustle of the city. For a good rest, you need a beautiful summer cottage. The easiest and most inexpensive way to relax in nature is to relax among an ordinary flower garden. Surrounded by flowers, a person absorbs all the purest and most beautiful from nature. It remains only to choose the right flowers for giving. nine0003

Landscaping a site with the help of plants is a responsible business, but not difficult either. Do not trust newfangled and modern varieties of flowers - they can be capricious in care and problematic in growing.

It is better to give preference to plants that are time-tested and resistant to our climate. Below are examples and descriptions with photos of beautiful flowers in the country.

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Variety of flower beds

Before planting flowers, you need to decide on the place where they will grow. Previously, old car tires were widely used as flower beds, and some summer residents instead of flower beds used ordinary beds without unnecessary decorations.


Today it is fashionable to plant flowers in various flowerpots and unusual flower beds. The main condition is their correct location and compatibility with each other.

Types of flower beds

Flower beds - the most common and affordable type. It has various geometric and curly shapes. They are made from a variety of materials, from wheel tires or pieces of building materials to stumps or unusual pots and flowerpots. nine0003

Mixborders - a small area with different flower plants that differ from each other in height and flowering time. Usually located near fences and fences.

Lawns - a ready mix of wildflowers and grass. Due to its natural beauty, it resembles a flower lawn in the bosom of nature. Meadow flowers are perfectly combined: chamomile, cornflowers, clover, mallow.

Arches - a metal or wooden structure serves as a base, next to which climbing plants are planted: morning glory, ivy, parthenocissus. nine0003

Rabatki - are flower strips placed along the paths or along the perimeter of the building. Low annuals are used as decoration: marigolds, marigolds, petunias.

Unpretentious flowers

When choosing varieties of a particular flower, one should rely on the basic rule - to give preference to flowers that do not require care. A country flower is good because it is unpretentious.


It is not known how long the owner will be absent from the dacha. Flowers that require daily care, watering, protection from pests quickly lose their beauty. nine0003

The once graceful flower garden will turn into a dull unkempt patch with weeds. Therefore, flowers for the garden should be abundantly blooming and minimally demanding in care.

Perennials or annuals?

Beginning gardeners often face this question. Annuals are considered ideal because of the instant and long flowering. Buds bloom 1-2 months after planting and continue to bloom until the first autumn frosts. nine0003

Perennials are notable for their short flowering: from a few weeks to two months. But they are loved for the beauty that they deliver to the owners for many years and do not require special care for themselves.

Both perennial and annual flowers are used for landscaping.

Types of perennials

Bulb varieties can be distinguished among the abundance of perennial plants. Due to their unpretentiousness, they remain the main attributes of the garden for a long time. It is worth highlighting the most popular favorites of country flower growers. nine0003

Crocus is the first spring flower that appears in early spring. The buds appear at the same time as the leaves. Blooms for a week, then hibernates again. It is not susceptible to diseases and does not require feeding.

Tulips are the most common bulbs. Differ in various colours. The flowering period is no more than two weeks. The main enemy of a tulip is a fungus, so it must be treated with antifungal agents before planting. nine0003

Daffodils are the second most popular perennial in the garden. Grows in one place for many years. Prefers moist, slightly shaded soil.

Iris - in recent years, the popularity of this flower has subsided. But many summer residents continue to plant it for the sake of the sweet aroma and rapid reproduction in the area.

Hyacinths - on the contrary, they are gaining a fashionable trend in summer cottages. They are one of the first to bloom and delight the eye with their bright blue, purple and white inflorescences. nine0003

Gladiolus - flowers that bloom on the eve of the first of September. Favorite bouquet of teachers. The plant reproduces with the help of bulbs, requires fertilizing with fertilizers. For the winter, gladiolus bulbs are dug up and stored underground until spring.

Lilies are royal flowers that take pride of place in the garden. Differs in a variety of varieties, colors and flowering period.

In addition to the described bulbous varieties, there are other types of perennial flowers. The most unpretentious of them: nine0003

These plants bloom at different times, which allows the design of the garden to change several times during the season.

Flower annuals

Flowers in the dacha play the role of decorating and transforming the dacha. Annuals do an excellent job with this function. There is no end to their variety of colors and shapes. But their main feature is long flowering until late autumn. It is worth considering the most traditional inhabitants of the flower garden. nine0003

Marigolds - without them, the flower garden would not acquire its attractiveness. They differ in a variety of colors, shapes and heights. Perfect decoration of borders, paths, flower beds and flowerpots. Due to the specific smell, it has a deterrent effect on garden pests.

Petunias - because of the riot of colors, many flower growers prefer this flower. Like marigolds, they are an adornment of any flower garden.

Asters - bloom from mid-summer until October. They make beautiful bouquets for gifts. nine0003

Viola is a stunted plant and is considered a biennial. Multi-colored painting complements the site with special luxury.

Verbena - variegated spray flowers are suitable for decorating the front edge of a flower garden.

Nasturtium - ideal for planting in hanging flowerpots due to climbing stems. It has the function of repelling harmful insects. Flowers can be eaten.

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Rose is the queen of flowers. There are numerous varieties of this flower. The central place is destined for the rose. She will add some chic to the summer cottage and enrich it with her presence.

The flowers listed above are distinguished by their undemanding care. They only need timely watering and weeding. It is with the help of them that it turns out to create a flowering site in the country, which is in perfect harmony with nature. Well, outdoor recreation is the best medicine for well-being. nine0003

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The landscape of this home honors the formality of Spanish Colonial / Santa Barbara Style early homes in the Arcadia neighborhood of Phoenix. By re-grading the lot and allowing for terraced opportunities, we featured a variety of hardscape stone, brick, and decorative tiles that reinforce the eclectic Spanish Colonial feel. Cantera and La Negra volcanic stone, brick, natural field stone, and handcrafted Spanish decorative tiles are used to establish interest throughout the property. A front courtyard patio includes a hand painted tile fountain and sitting area near the outdoor fire place. This patio features formal Boxwood hedges, Hibiscus, and a rose garden set in pea gravel. The living room of the home opens to an outdoor living area which is raised three feet above the pool. This allowed for opportunity to feature handcrafted Spanish tiles and raised planters. The side courtyard, with stepping stones and Dichondra grass, surrounds a focal Crape Myrtle tree. One focal point of the back patio is a 24-foot hand-hammered wrought iron trellis, anchored with a stone wall water feature. We added a pizza oven and barbecue, bistro lights, and hanging flower baskets to complete the intimate outdoor dining space. Project Details: Landscape Architect: Greey|Pickett Architect: Higgins Architects Landscape Contractor: Premier Environments Metal Arbor: Porter Barn Wood Photography: Scott Sandler nine0251

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