If you loved our post about designing an Arab garden, but you do not end up convincing yourself the style, look out! today we propose another different one about garden decoration: how to recreate the Tuscan style and transportarte to a characteristic country for its great constructions, its eternal paintings and its places of dream.
Why bet on this style in garden decoration?
The Tuscan garden takes us back to an old world scene. One that combines natural beauty and elegance. One of the ways to achieve this is to include elements of the Renaissance style with other more rustic, both characteristic of ancient Italy.
How to design a garden inspired by the most authentic Italy
The elements that make up this type of private garden are:
materials
- Clay and terracotta are ideal for pots, ponds and creations of their own; essential because you can paint the colors you prefer giving the distinctive touch.
- The brick will look good both vertically and horizontally; Unleash your imagination!
- The river gravel serves to delineate paths with a natural touch.
- With the travertine you will cover the garden giving it a magical and elegant touch as well as original.
- The slab is a precious material that will allow you to create unique compositions on walls, to coat the porch, etc.
Furniture
The furniture, of course, will follow the same line of naturalness, with benches in wood, swings in wrought iron, rattan or reinforced wicker seats… Upholster chairs in natural fabrics to add a touch of sophistication.
Plants
Highlighting above all vertical plants and round flower species in striking colors such as orange, red or pink on a background of regular green vegetation. If you have space to include a pond, do not forget the semi-aquatic plants; give a unique touch.
Do not forget the aromatic plants; will make the relax in your Tuscan style garden multiply.
Spaces
- Covered areas: Clear wood and natural construction porches are ideal for creating a wine tasting area – or simply for eating – as well as a rest area so that you do not receive direct sunlight on the hottest days.
- Labyrinths: Pruned shrubs in the shape of a maze are spectacular. Do not hesitate to include them if you want your private Tuscan style garden to be authentic.
Depending on the available space, you can create other similar cut zones.
Other elements
Hanging flower pots, wall fountains, barrels, wood carvings, jars, amphoras and other elements of the style will serve to further personalize your particular green area.
Taking into account all the above you will be able to design your garden in the most pure and unique Tuscan style. With all the elements available you can create an endless number of combinations, until you find the one that fits perfectly with you and your home.
Here are some ideas for decorating your Tuscan-style garden. Surely they will make you feel as if you are in the same italy!
What do you think of this style for your garden? If you do not finish convincing yourself do not worry because we will continue talking on the blog of garden decoration and little by little we will bring other types …
