Basic Patio Gardens

Basic gardens add beauty and nature to patios and decks.

Many types of basic gardens are suitable for growing on a patio. You can find the right kind of garden no matter what size area you have to work with, and despite budget restrictions, kid-friendly limitations or climate.

Rock Garden

Creating a garden around rocks is an old tradition in many Asian cultures. The desired effect is a natural-looking environment, the results designed to inspire tranquility. Rock gardens incorporate landscaping with plants like ornamental grasses and range from simple, locally found stone and plant life to well-chosen combinations of rare or foreign materials.

Herb Garden

Herbs lend a variety of colors and frangrances to any basic garden and are easily maintained in containers. Move the pots indoors during the colder months and have herbs that are usable through the year. Rosemary, chives and sage are examples of herb garden favorites for cooking.

Water Garden

Water gardens are created in a variety of designs and sizes, some requiring minimal maintenance. Fountains and waterfalls with fish and aquatic plants like waterlilies make an inviting garden space.

References

• Canadian Gardening: Rock Gardening 101
• Garden Wise Online: Grow a Holiday Herb Garden In A Container
• University of Illinois Extension: Constructing and Caring for Container Water Gardens