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Tips and Tricks on Creating Roof Garden from Us with Some Rooftop Garden Design from My Landscapes

December 14, 2010 Filed Under: Home Garden  
Tips and Tricks on Creating Roof Garden from Us with Some Rooftop Garden Design from My Landscapes

We came by at the works of MyLandscapes, a London based designers where they’ve been designing interesting landscape or maybe we should call them landscape artists. Here we are going to present you with some delicate and nicely done beautiful roof gardens along with the tips to help you create your very own.

Lighting plays a serious role – When you’re about to create rooftop garden, to make it in depth a nice composition, lighting is important. It will provide a security, a nice composition, and highlight the pathway. If you want to achieve something which is dramatically pleasing to see, try to use accent up-lights to feature a beautiful wall, sculpture or tree.

Consider using perennials first – using perennials first can help you to achieve a garden that will look good either with or without annual plants.

Use white rocks or sand – if you want to create a modern touch then it’s best to use white rocks or sand by highlighting the plant forms and colors in your garden.

Use Sculptures – small to medium size sculptures can become a focal point and add artistic atmosphere at your roof garden

Water Fountains – the use of water fountains can evoke peace and tranquility, especially if you decided that the garden going to be the hot spot to practice your Yoga

Before you get in action make sure that you measure the space, create a budget plan for the materials, figure out how you want to place plants, ornaments and fountains as well as the seating spot and pathways in your garden. Try to use minimalist furniture and less decorated ornaments to create spacious effect