There are so many different garden and landscaping design ideas to consider that it can feel very overwhelming. Where on earth do you even begin with a new garden project?
Checking out some of the latest trends for garden makeovers is a great place to start if you’re looking for inspiration right now… and one of the biggest trends to emerge over the last few months is that of meadowscaping.
This gardening practice involves getting rid of your monocultured lawn and letting it grow wild instead, embracing the idea of native plants and flowers to help attract pollinators, mimic natural ecosystems, provide invaluable habitats for local wildlife and conserve precious water resources.
The key to success is making sure that you bring in native plants and shrubs to serve as the foundation for your wildflower meadow. Now, you can opt for a truly wild approach and just let the garden do its thing to see what happens or you can be a little more ordered about it, coming up with a rough plan of what you want to plant and where.
The likes of forget-me-nots, knapweed, foxgloves, bird’s foot trefoil, phacelia, cornflowers, marigolds and daisies all work very well indeed in meadowscapes… and you can make planting very easy by simply getting a seed mix packet or two, taking the thinking out of it entirely.
It doesn’t just come down to planting, however, and you’ll want to prioritise biodiversity, as well. Remember that the bigger your habitat variety, the more local wildlife will appreciate it, so bring in taller bushes and trees for shelter and nesting sites, as well as lower flowering shrubs and plants for ground cover.
One key point to bear in mind is that meadowscapes are less labour intensive than other approaches to garden design, so if you’re pressed for time but still want a pretty outdoor space to enjoy, this could be the strategy for you!