Porch/veranda ideas

3 years ago

last modified: 3 years ago

looking for some advice on furnishing my porch/veranda area.

thinking of introducing a low wooden “fence/railing ” in keeping with some similar properties in the area.

interested to hear thoughts and also how it can be utilised for sitting etc - it’s quite narrow In front of the bay but we have a lovely space in the front garden which will be made ornamental

thanks for your help

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kazzh
3 years ago
Try using the planting to form a fence... that way you won't lose any of your width. Trim what is presently there to a knee or mid calf height and into a box shape to see how it looks. If it appeals, plant out the remaining bed with like plants, let it grow and maintain!
J H
Original Author
3 years ago
Thanks Kazzh - any ideas on how I can furnish the patio. I'm an extremely keen gardener (only just acquired the house) but reluctant to use containers under the porch as I usually do irregular but large stints, so no good for regular watering.
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