Bloom into June: Top Garden Design Trends for 2024

Spring has sprung, and with May's vibrant sunshine comes the perfect time to transform your outdoor haven for June. This year, garden design trends reflect a growing focus on sustainability, mindfulness, and creating an extension of our living spaces. Let's explore some of the hottest trends to inspire your garden makeover:

Gone are the days of gardens solely meant for admiring flowers. Today's gardens are open-air sanctuaries, blurring the lines between indoor and outdoor living. Think comfortable seating areas, inviting lighting, and strategically placed plants to create designated zones for relaxation, entertaining, or even working remotely. Consider incorporating weatherproof furniture, fire pits for cooler evenings, and string lights to set the mood.

Sustainability remains a major focus. Gardeners are increasingly looking to create havens for pollinators like butterflies and bees. Planting native wildflowers and incorporating flowering herbs not only attracts vital insects but also adds a touch of effortless beauty. Consider foxgloves, lavender, or bee balm for a vibrant pollinator paradise.

With climate change concerns on the rise, water conservation is paramount. Xeriscaping, the art of landscaping with drought-tolerant plants, is a top trend. This approach doesn't mean sacrificing aesthetics. Explore captivating options like ornamental grasses, succulents, and cacti. Utilize gravel gardens for low-maintenance beauty, and remember, a healthy layer of mulch helps retain moisture.

The "grow-your-own" movement continues to flourish. May and June are the perfect time to plant vegetables like tomatoes, peppers, and leafy greens. Even limited spaces can accommodate this trend with vertical gardening using hanging planters or trellises for climbing vegetables. Fruit trees or dwarf varieties are another way to incorporate edibles into your landscape design.

Looking for a unique conversation starter? Consider a stumpery! This Victorian-era trend involves incorporating interesting stumps, logs, and branches into your garden design. Arrange them organically, creating nooks for ferns and other shade-loving plants. Stumperies add a touch of whimsy and provide valuable habitat for wildlife.

Pantone's Color of the Year, "Peach Fuzz," is a delicate shade between pink and orange that signifies connection, compassion, and coziness. While this shade might not be for everyone, incorporating pops of color through flowers, planters, or even painted fences is a great way to add personality to your garden. Don't be afraid to experiment with warm peachy tones or jewel-toned accents for a truly showstopping display.

Busy lifestyles call for low-maintenance gardens. Planting evergreens provides year-round structure and eliminates the need for constant seasonal planting. Opt for shrubs like hollies, boxwood, or conifers that add visual interest throughout the year.

Small spaces are no barrier to creating a flourishing garden. Vertical gardens utilize walls, fences, or even trellises to maximize space. This is a perfect solution for balconies, patios, or urban gardens. Climbing plants like clematis, ivy, or roses add lush greenery and vertical interest.

May your garden be a reflection of your personal style and a haven for relaxation and rejuvenation. Remember, the most important trend is to create a garden that brings you joy! To find the perfect plants, visit our website.