Landscape outside the city: what is it like?

Housing outside the city is a special environment filled with rich colors, gentle rays of the summer sun and spicy aromas of nature. This world is impossible to imagine without a plot near the house. But for some reason, many owners of suburban housing do not pay due attention to such an important detail as the arrangement of the nearby territory, all the while putting this issue aside for later.

Let's try to figure out which areas of landscape design are now the most relevant and in demand. And if you are already working on the design of your summer cottage, then some of the design ideas may well be used as a key idea.

The boundaries of the country

The first thing that attracts attention when visiting a country house is the fencing of the territory. In some cases, the boundaries between summer cottages can be quite arbitrary.

However, most often, in country cottages you can find capital fences that perform both protective and decorative functions.

Such fences have a fairly modern look. They not only enhance the impression of the countryside landscape, but also serve as an original background for ornamental plants planted around the perimeter of the summer cottage.

Simple and spectacular green lawns

The most affordable option for landscaping a site near a country house is the use of lawn coverings and various plantings.

This simple, but very effective way of design has many advantages, because:

• does not require special costs;
• quite simple to execute;
• Suitable for small areas.

In addition, you do not need to have special skills to care for lawns - anyone can do this. To maintain the appearance of the lawn area, it must be cut several times a year.

Points to consider when breaking down lawns

1. It usually takes about two years to form a lawn.
2. It is recommended to choose cereals that are able to grow in one place for at least 10 years.
3. In the Russian climate, it is better to use different types of fescue.

Picturesque landscapes with old plantings

This design option, first of all, should be interesting to the owners of the old sites. On the territory of old dachas there are always perennial trees of bizarre shape that can be used in a new quality - as an unusual element of landscape design. Do not rush to destroy such plantations: perhaps one of the old trees will become a key element in the composition you create

Massive trunks and overgrown crowns of such plants are often used as an expressive component in the design of a summer cottage. To achieve the desired effect, the old tree should be given the desired shape by cutting off excess shoots and sawing off dry branches.

When using old trees in a landscape project, homeowners have the opportunity to:

• to decorate the site, without waiting for the moment when young plants grow up;
• create shaded areas designed for a comfortable summer vacation;
• combine new types of vegetation with earlier plantings.

Fancy bends of garden paths

At the cottage is difficult to do without this element of landscape design. The appearance of the finished garden path will depend on several factors:
- from the relief of the yard and the composition of the soil;
- from the style of the main building and the preferences of the owners of a country house.

walking paths should be as smooth as possible - only then walking on them will be comfortable and pleasant.

The easiest option is a bulk path. A variety of materials can be selected to break down such tracks. Most commonly used:

• pebbles;
• gravel;
• stone crumb;
• different types of screenings.

such garden paths should be fenced with curbs, which will strengthen their edges and give the construction clarity.

Significantly more difficult to make paved paths. They can be made of natural as well as artificial stone. Materials can be combined to create amazing compositions.

Most in demand:

• granite and slate;
• gabbro and pavers;
• limestone and basalt;
• rubble stone and cobblestone.

material for paved paths is selected depending on their purpose. The main roads require a stiffer foundation, secondary paths can be laid out from softer rocks.

Amazing steps and climbs

If the relief of the summer cottage allows, then you should definitely implement this idea. Even the most uncomplicated steps will help organize access to remote parts of the cottage, and emphasize the benefits of the territory.

And if there is a good rise on the out-of-town site, then you should definitely arrange this part of the yard with an original winding staircase. Its surface is usually trimmed with large stone.

It will be useful to build a kind of railing, decorating them with finer material with rough edges. It is not only convenient, but also very beautiful.

Lovely flower beds and flower beds

Empty lawns without flowers look pretty dull and boring. Flowering vegetation gives the site a more festive look and creates a positive attitude.

when planting plants, it is necessary to provide that they are combined with each other both in color and in individual characteristics.

Consideration should be given to such moments as:
- brightness of colors;
- density of deciduous cover;
- The frequency of flowering of each plant.

If the influence of all factors is taken into account, then the flower garden will delight its owners with expressive colors and fragrance throughout the warm season.

It should be noted that alpine slides have gained particular popularity in recent years. Outwardly, this structure resembles a pile of fancifully laid stones in combination with various plants.

For the creation of alpine hills, it is preferable to choose unpretentious breeds. Low and squat flowers, as well as wild herbs, are ideal.

These plants contrast favorably with boulders of various shapes.

Fashionable patios

Nowadays, you will not surprise anyone with this element of landscape design. Recreation areas surrounded by hedges, picturesque decorative lattices and flowering plants are so firmly included in our everyday life that it is quite difficult to imagine your summer cottages without them.

To equip the "patio" requires a flat area, sheltered from the wind. This area is ideal for a comfortable stay. As a rule, there are many trees and shrubs. On the open area you can place a barbecue for cooking barbecue and barbecue.

The patio is not only a place for noisy gatherings, but also a corner suitable for quiet romantic evenings.

Comfortable gazebos

These buildings look very elegant and stylish. In addition, such buildings perform a protective function - in them you can hide from the weather and the summer heat.

Depending on the purpose, the gazebo can be completely closed or half open.

Climbing plants planted near the walls of the “summer house” look very impressive. Greens cover the gazebo well, creating a feeling of fabulousness.

Life-giving moisture of artificial reservoirs

Most often, pools, mini-ponds and waterfalls are located in the immediate vicinity of the recreation area. On the site next to the artificial pond, you can place sun loungers and tables for celebrations.

In some cases, pools are used as decorations. Near the pond there is always a lot of different vegetation. Original lighting allows you to admire the pond not only in the daytime, but also at night.

Artificial waterfalls and aquatic plants look very picturesque at their summer cottage. “Flower garden on the water” looks very festive, striking in its brightness and unusualness.

Unique hedges and climbing plants

This successful technique is used when creating landscape projects quite often. True, the implementation of such an idea requires certain climatic conditions (lack of strong winds).

Vertical gardening is often used to decorate the facades of houses. When decorating the surface of the walls, special climbing plants are used.

Thickly planted shrubs of certain species are well suited for creating dense hedges. Such a fence does not spoil the view of the summer cottage and fills the air with freshness.

Thanks to the green fence, the yard receives additional protection against dust and gusts of wind. If necessary, such a fence can perform a dividing function - to break the site into certain zones.

If you wish, you can create a rutarius - a composition of logs, branches, snags and all kinds of vegetation.

Garden furniture and accessories

A full-fledged outdoor recreation is unthinkable without comfortable and functional country furniture.

The most convenient stationary option (stable country benches and tables).

However, portable benches, chairs and tables are often used.

Various accessories will help to make the summer landscape unusual:
- convenient lighting;
- funny animal figures and fairy-tale characters;
- homemade bird feeders and stands for plants.

As you can see, everyone is able to create their own unique landscape design. It is enough to have a good imagination, rely on your own strength and believe that beauty can be created with your own hands. We hope that our ideas will help you in creating a paradise on an ordinary personal plot!

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