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/ t Uh, isa te 5 Ly a Soften a block of pavers Mill by breaking them up wi roundcover planti TY Add accent pieces An unexpected feature can be a fabulous focal point. It could be a sculpture or a decorative screen, or even a structural element, like a black- stained timber deck. Do it now: Keeping the garden's materials palette neutral will allow your accent piece to shine. Try staining a timber pergola in striking Feast Watson Black Japan. Hero your plants The colours, patterns and textures of greenery bring a landscape to life, and help to balance the built environment. Do it now: Pare back hardscapes with plantings. Feature plants in interesting ways, like an espaliered camellia or citrus against a masonry wall. “Hardscaping features with an aged patina mix harmoniously within a garden and are also eye-catching” Chloe Thomson, horticulturist 4 Tuscan Path ‘Geometric’ 1800mm x 900mm screen panel in Rust, $99, I/N: 3042457. 2 Feast Watson ‘Timber and Deck’ stain in Black Japan, $282/10L, I/N: 1520525. 3 Adbri Masonry ‘EuroStone’ 400mm x 400mm x 40mm concrete paver in Riverina, $13.13, |/N: 3041879*. 4 Tuscan Path 600mm x 400mm x 20mm sandstone paver, $23.78, I/N: 0129314. 5 Gardman ‘Versailles’ garden arch in Bronze, $149, I/N: 3320903. 6 Espalier lemon tree in Northcote Pottery ‘Precinct Lite’ 55cm egg pot in White, $113.40, I/N: 0096213 (plant sold separately). Some products are not available at all Bunnings stores, but may be ordered. ® Provide access for all Design with accessibility and inclusivity in mind, says Carolyn Blackman. "Too often wheelchair users are perched on the end of tables and seating areas because it’s convenient, but they struggle to be part of the main conversation." Factor this in if grandparents visit often or you're planning for retirement. Do it now: Construct a gentle slope rather than steps to link zones. Use paving materials that allow easy manoeuvring and avoid uneven surfaces, like gravel, on paths. Think about the future Sustainability is here to stay. After all, anything that helps reduce environmental impact is a winner. One area to focus on is using materials that are built to last or can be repurposed, such as good- quality bluestone and red brick materials. “They often have a timeless quality about them, too," says Carolyn. Do it now: Look around your garden; can old pavers be relaid in a more interesting pattern rather than replaced? 10 Grow your own The soaring cost of fresh produce has stirred interest in growing our own food. Anyone can do it, whether you live in an apartment or have a large garden. Do it now: Plant a wide bowl with a mix of cut-and-come -again edibles, like lettuce, spinach and rocket. ® Grow mixed lettuce |) varieties for healthy % 30 bunnings.com.au | (O) bunnings | () bunnings
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