Getting the Taste of a Country Home with a City Rooftop Garden

Images courtesy of Secret Gardens

Living high atop an urban jungle can be a wonderful experience. The cosmopolitan life can be wonderful, between living in a high rise condominium to enjoying the benefits of a city lifestyle. One part of city dwelling that homeowners miss is the connecton to greenery and relaxing out in the sun. Here is a wonderful example in Sydney, Australia of a rooftop garden that will help reconnect to Mother Nature again.

Secret Gardens is a landscaping company that specializes in beautifying the outdoors, especially in unconventional spaces. This rooftop garden sits high above Sydney, for only its residents to enjoy.

‘Hidden over 25 floors above the city this green sculptured rooftop garden sits in the middle of skyscrapers. Buxus hedging and topiary cones add a formal element whilst iris and lavender create a whimsical effect. Timber seating frames the garden providing a place to sit and enjoy the garden and the amazing harbour views’... Secret Gardens

 

This gorgeous oasis is a wonderful example of enjoying both worlds, the cosmopolitan life of the urban city and the lush grounds of a palatial estate! What a treat it would be to enjoy this green space. Hope you enjoyed it and it gave you a few minutes to relax and take your cares away!

Renia

Preparing your Home with Spring Garden Ideas

Spring is around the corner and the renewal of your springtime home isn’t far behind. Gardening is one of those spring activities that makes you feel great and makes your outdoor home look even better. Whether you are planning to add curb appeal to your front yard, beautify your patio, or plant some gorgeous flowers and shrubs, it’s the perfect time to start thinking about your gardening chores for the season. Here are a few tips to help you get your spring home ready for awakening of the spring season. 

 

Welcome guests with gardening decor

Whether you are throwing a spring brunch get together or you are trying to brighten your front entry, adding garden decor is the perfect way to add color and a welcome surprise. Consider using urns, decorative resin planters and bring color to your front entry with fresh spring foliage. Position rustic benches, lighting sconces and garden motifs throughout your courtyard and outdoor entry for an instant wow factor!

Entertain with nature at your doorstep

Spring is the best time to entertain and enjoy the outdoors with friends and family. From the moderate temperatures and changing foliage to the simple gardening decor ideas you can incorporate, your neighbors will love hanging out at your home. Depending on your lifestyle decide if you want formal or casual dining, lounging and mingling. This will help you decide if outdoor accessories like a fire pit, lanterns, fireplace or other garden decor will be needed. Use planters and foliage to decorate congregation areas and to cleverly disguise unattractive fences and neighbor’s yards.

 

Bring the outdoors in with smaller interior gardens

Carry the outdoor garden theme from your outdoor home into your foyer, atrium or interior garden. The beauty of gardening is that it can be at home in the warm sun, or you can utilize them inside to make your home come alive with greenery. I love how these homes have made an oasis inside of their home with the use of rocks, plants, water and lighting. There are many different ideas to choose from, and they all stem from a simple garden.

 

Now that spring is here there is no excuse not to go all out with springtime renewal and bringing nature into your outdoor and indoor home. Use these ideas to welcome guests from the curb to foyer of your home and into your backyard. Gardening accents throughout your home can be simple and will start off the spring season in the right direction for your refreshed springtime abode.

Renia