Saturday, September 13, 2014

Landscaping with bridges

Deciding to add a focal point such as a small bridge in your backyard garden is a great move and will pay off with the many ways that you can use it in decor as well as all of the many varying compliments you will receive from this beautiful addition.  In a Japanese garden, bridges take on quite a different meaning and effect.  These will look simply gorgeous over a pond, a small river or any other small body of water in your landscape.  They will create a tranquil and peaceful environment,  giving you the zen you are looking for.  Gardens are supposed to give us a calming feeling and be somewhere we can relax.  For some reason, bridges seem to do that quite well.  These also look nice over a rocky or stony area and will give you much needed life where it is otherwise hard to grow plants and flowers.  When first looking at designs for Japanese bridges, you may be overwhelmed.  There is so many different types of bridges to choose possibly from, and each type has its own different things it will bring to your garden.  Once you have fully decided on the design you want and placement of your bridge, you will also need to think about whether to leave it as it is or accent it with various plants and flowers.  Here are a few in some categories that will do just that! Evergreens are essential with this type of garden or bridge.  They represent the permanence of peace and calming.  Some evergreens that are great for this are cedars.  Cedars will also add a lovely scent to the area.  Also, Canadian Hemlocks and redwoods are perfect!  With their dark green foliage, you can have a brightly colored bridge that will really stand out!  Pine trees are also great for this type of design.  You can also add flowers such as Japanese Irises, peonies, azaleas and Japanese Maples to the area to  complete and bring together the zen look you are trying to achieve.  All of these flowers and trees are whimsical in their appearance and will look beautiful much of the year!  Try out a Japanese garden bridge and get creative with you garden area!

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