These Are the Different Types of Gardens for Your Home

If you've been waiting for a chance to spruce up your garden, here it is. Whether you've got a large, rambling garden or no outdoor room at all, there are plenty of options for getting creative with your plants and flowers.

So what are the main types of gardens you can choose from? And how do you work out which one to go for?

Read on for our guide to the different kinds of gardens available and how you can make the most out of your space.

 

Vegetable and Herb Gardens

The first of our different types of gardens to explore are vegetable and herb gardens. These are a fantastic option for those who love to cook. The joy of cooking and eating produce that you've grown in your back yard is unparalleled. 

Not only do vegetable and herb garden have a wonderful aesthetic, with rows of neatly lined produce, but it is also a great initiative for the environment. With every vegetable that you can grow in your garden, you're reducing the amount of plastic that would be produced as packaging in supermarkets.

Some vegetables and herbs are easier to grow than others, so start off with simpler plants such as potatoes and runner beans.

 

Indoor Gardens

For those of us who live in a block of flats, it's important to incorporate greenery into your living space. Indoor plants and flowers can bring a warm and welcoming touch to your home, as well as the practical benefits they provide. This includes absorbing carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen.

Many people opt for indoor herb gardens, and plants such as basil and rosemary can make a nice feature in the kitchen. Cacti have also become very popular in recent years, due to their small size and easy maintenance.

Indoor gardens are also a great idea for people living in cold environments, as they will allow you to enjoy greenery all year round.

 

Greenhouse Gardens

Another option for those living in colder climates is a greenhouse garden. If you have enough outdoor space, this is a great way to ensure your plants and flowers have a warm enough temperature to prosper and grow.

Greenhouses can be quite expensive to set up, so consider a mini-greenhouse. They aren't as complex as the larger ones, and they still allow for a warm and snug place for you to relax while gardening.

Geraniums, poinsettias, and chrysanthemums are all good examples of flowers to grow in a greenhouse.

 

Patio Gardens

When considering different kinds of gardens, many people opt for a patio garden. These have much appeal because they allow for garden furniture to be included in your outdoor space. 

A popular choice is to feature a patio area as an island, surrounded by garden soil for plants and flowers. This makes a great space to entertain guests, eat al fresco, or to enjoy the sun on a summer's afternoon. 

When designing a patio garden, consider whether you want to choose perennial or annual flowers. If you're new to gardening, be sure to check out our top tips and tricks for first-time gardeners.

 

Vertical Gardens

If you're starting a garden and you either don't have much outside space or you'd like to add a more creative element to your landscape, choose a vertical garden. These are becoming increasingly popular in metropolitan areas where gardens tend to be smaller.

Any vertical surface can be used for your garden, including walls, fences, and stand-alone trellises to create a division in your garden.

Try playing with different colours and textures of plants to create an attention-grabbing feature for your garden. Climbing roses are a popular option, but these need to be attached to a structure. Other plants, such as morning glories, are twining so will weave themselves in and out of trellis openings. 

 

Rock Gardens

Many people who are considering their garden options overlook the use of rock gardens. These can be implemented to just a section of your outdoor space, and are particularly adept for growing aubretia and houseleeks.

Rock gardens are often associated with zen gardens and creating peaceful and calming outside areas. If you're interested in Japanese culture, many rock gardens around the world take their inspiration from the stunning rexamples that are found at temples in this far-east nation.

Rock gardens can bring a minimalist beauty to your outdoor space. They are also low maintenance compared to many other types of gardens.

Try incorporating our suns and stars stakes into your rock garden to add a few splashes of colour and light.

 

Hedge Gardens

The last of the garden styles we'll explore are hedge gardens. Many people associate hedge gardens with large estates, but this isn't necessarily the case. Decorative hedges which are usually much lower can bring an element of sophistication to your garden.

Privacy hedges will often run around the perimeter of your garden and are a great choice for those who are looking to stop nosy neighbours from overlooking their property.

If you have a large garden, you can get creative with your hedges and design different geometric patterns. These are almost like shorter mazes, and often feature a water fountain or sculpture at the centre.

Leylandii and the Portugal Laurel are two popular types of hedging plants.

 

Those Are the Main Types of Gardens

We've now covered the different types of gardens you can choose from when redesigning your outdoor - or indoor - space. Think about the overall look you'd like your garden to have, as well as which plants will bring you the most joy.

Don't forget to include a few SunCatcher ornaments to catch the sunlight and bring a welcoming touch to your garden. Find a list of all our products here!