«

»

10 Ways to Create a Garden Feature With a Pergola

10 Ways to Create a Garden Feature With a Pergola

Image: amazinginteriordesign.com

Image: amazinginteriordesign.com

A pergola is a structure or archway with a framework covered in climbing or trailing plants. It consists of posts and beams but no walls or roof. Freestanding or attached to your home, a pergola is usually designed to be a shaded walkway or relaxation area. Pergolas were common features of Italian Renaissance gardens, often covering walkways or serving as grape arbors. This structure can be used to define a passageway or frame a focal point in your yard too. Add a climbing plant such as wisteria or, yes, grapevines, and your pergola will provide color and shade as well.

There are many reasons to consider having a pergola in your garden – perhaps to stop busybody neighbors peeking over your five-foot fence? Or to add some scent and color to your garden with some trailing honeysuckle? Erecting a pergola to increase the height of your fence is an easy garden DIY task. Check out this beautiful round-up and grab a little inspiration for you garden! Continue via the link below..

10 Ways to Create a Garden Feature With a Pergola