Create your own country-style retreat with these cottage garden ideas recommended by experts, including planting schemes and classic landscaping designs
Whether it’s roses tumbling over an arbor, a planter filled with heavenly scented lavender, rustic rattan chairs, or a quirky little bird house for our feathered friends, cottage garden ideas are one of the most popular design choices for outdoor spaces at the moment.
A fixture in the top garden trends for the last few years, the popularity of cottage gardens is yet to wane as the relaxed aesthetic, intriguing layouts and colorful planting choices intrinsic to cottage garden design continue to capture the imaginations of many and appeal to those who want a laid-back garden space with minimal maintenance required.
Here, garden designers, plant experts, landscapers, and more share their top tips and cottage garden ideas that will help you achieve this highly sought-after aesthetic.