There is nothing better than a spring garden full of colorful flowers. The contrast between red, pink, yellow and blue petals against green leaves is a feast for the eyes and arouses a feeling of appreciation for the beauty of nature.
Martha Stewart's long -flowering multi -year garden is the perfect example. Planting on Doyenne's Turkey Hill Home in Westport, Connecticut, is practically bursting with life. It has every colorful flower under the sun, from daffodils to tulips to light pink -bare hearts. The entire room is defined with an artistically curved grille. Its wildness is beautifully lively and lively.
However, Martha was not always convinced of the Maximum border planting. She was a supporter of a neutral gardens until she came across a bit of life -changing inspiration: Monet's gardens.
Martha explains in a blog post: “I never thought that I would love so much color. But seeing the garden of Monets in Giverny in all his fame blew me away. '
A look at the French provincial garden of the pioneer Impressionist province, and it is easy to understand why. The outer space has high -towering grids that are covered with red roses and bases made of pink and red soil cover. No wonder that he made so many paintings of his property.
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These breathtaking tulips are the perfect addition to every garden. They would look absolutely beautiful with fresh green, as can be seen in Martha's garden.
This beautiful wooden pergola has a similar style as that in Martha's garden. His classic design would look wonderfully decorated with Wisteria.
These solar -powered lights are the perfect way to keep your way for late night walks and restaurants. The subtle form will be well integrated into the plants you have chosen.
So what is the secret to plant a French country style garden like that in Martha's Turkey Hill at home?
According to the lifestyle expert, everything depends on the right pairings. Martha explains: “There are certain old plants that you cannot do wrong, such as Purple Higo and Siberian iris, orange-red and pink oriental poppies and colombines. Put them together and you have a great tableau that you couldn't get with other plants. '
In order to make the look even more demanding, I would also recommend integrating a kind of vertical element. Regardless of whether it is a grille like Martha's house or more than a planted cone like that in Monet's Home, this height adds more visual interest and a touch of sophistication.
How many before and after her searched Martha one of the great artists to be inspired. The result is a bright and breathtaking celebration of life.