Camellias, for example should have found their way into many landscapes. Since many gardeners think the gardening season ends after the fall leaf drop many beautiful flowering shrubs go unnoticed and are left out of landscapes. Winter Flowering Evergreen Shrubs for the Landscape Witch hazels have long been a choice of professional landscape designers for adding interest to landscapes. Very few plants are better at attracting bird’s colorful winter songbirds to the garden adding yet another element of color. Did you also know that there is a slightly less-known member of the holly family that stands out even more in the winter after losing its leaves?ĭeciduous Hollies such as Sparkleberry Holly lose their leaves in the winter exposing the plump red berries at the tips of the stems which stand out like shining garnets when planted in front of a dark green background. Everyone knows the Blue Hollies as evergreen shrubs that produce red berries and can often be seen used as evergreen hedges. As mentioned above Red-twig Dogwoods are a staple of the landscape and these shrubs are are beautiful any time of year.Īnother group of plants that when used as an addition to the winter garden will become focal points are those plants that produce colorful berries. Many plants have colorful bark in the winter. All gardeners can name shrubs that are beautiful during the warmer months and many of these can serve a dual role of providing winter interest when sited correctly. We've established the backdrop and now its time to move to the next level of the winter landscape. Create Winter Interest with Deciduous Trees and Shrubs There are many other types of evergreen trees that can be used as backdrops and can offer different colors and textures such as Juniper trees, Pine Trees and Even Some Magnolias. ![]() Imagine a hot tub surrounded by medium evergreens such as Emerald Green Arborvitaes. The second reason for planting Evergreens in the winter garden is the benefit of wind blocks.ĭense evergreen trees block the winter winds creating an oasis for entertaining during the winter months and as an added bonus they create privacy screens, blocking the views of neighbors. Plant those same red twig dogwoods in front of a colorful backdrop of Norway Spruce or Green Giant Arborvitae and suddenly you've created a pop of color that will stand out all winter. A see thru landscape design causes the eye to focus on points beyond the intended focus.įor instance, if you plant a mass of Red-Twig Dogwood along your property line, the gorgeous winter color of the bark can often be lost to vast open spaces. ![]() Often, the colors and textures of smaller plants can be lost in a see-thru landscape design. They provide a backdrop highlighting smaller trees and shrubs with colorful bark, foliage, or winter flowers. Evergreen trees serve two purposes in landscape design. Starting your design from the top down is an easy way for homeowners to visualize the landscape. But these days, many enjoy the outdoors in our gardens during winter.įire pits have never been more popular, meaning many folks enjoy sitting by the fire on chilly nights with the family, and why not do it in a beautiful landscape? Create Contrasting Winter Interest Backdrops Homeowners often want colorful flowers when they are outside during the winter months. Once your shrubs and trees lose their leaves, you can look for areas that aren't interesting or colorful. The winter months are the perfect time to evaluate your landscape for areas to improve the overall design. Garden Design Ideas for a Colorful Winter Landscape ![]() Rather than a barren landscape of dormant shrubs, sleeping perennials, and deciduous trees, the four-season landscape showcases plants with exciting textures, colored bark, evergreen foliage, winter flowers, and in the case of ornamental grasses, foliage that sways in the breeze, adding movement and even sound to the landscape. This concept is called the "four-season landscape" and can be easily incorporated into all your landscape designs. The winter garden is how great landscape designers can showcase their talents and create eye-catching landscapes.
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