We all want our gardens to be miniature retreats where we can go to when we need to relax. So, here’s own to turn your garden into a haven of tranquillity.

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Add the Best Furniture

Relaxation in the garden is only possible if you have the right garden furniture to relax on. So, start out by buying a table and a set of garden chairs. Remember, comfort is the key here. Style is a secondary concern. You won’t care how nice they look if they aren’t comfortable enough for you to kick back and relax on when the summer sun is beating down. There are lots of offers on garden furniture at this time of the year so take advantage of them.

Privacy is a big issue too. It’s pretty much impossible to relax in your garden when you’re thinking about your neighbours watching over you from their property. Your relaxation time needs to be as private as possible. You can buy privacy trellises or cover your fences in creeper plants to give you a bit coverage.

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Create a Pond

Ponds offer a great way to bring in more wildlife. You can add as many fish as you like to your pond (as long as it’s big enough), and then the frogs and toads will arrive by themselves. There’s something very relaxing about being able to sit next to water in your garden. Even if it’s only a small pond, it can still be great to have in the garden, especially if you add a water feature to it.

The practical task of creating a pond isn’t as drastic as you might think. Firstly, you need to dig a big, deep hole that will form the basis of the pond. When that’s done, you need to add lining to the pond and secure it in place. Then, it’s just a matter of filling it with water, planting the right plants and maybe adding some fish. You can have a professional do all this for you, but it’s quite easy to do by yourself if you want to.

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Consider the Senses

Sensory gardens are becoming increasingly popular nowadays. These are gardens that focus on the human senses and appeal to them in many different ways. The visuals are the first sense to think about. A garden has to look great if you’re going to feel relaxed and at ease in it. You need a good balance between the green grass and the vibrant colours of the flowerbeds and blossoms on the trees.

The flowers are also vital in satisfying the sense of smell. There’s nothing better than walking out into the garden and being hit by the incredible smells of the flowers and plants. You can pick flowers with particularly distinctive smells such as lavender. When it comes to what you hear in the garden, the key is introducing wildlife to the garden. If you’re sitting in the garden you want to hear birds singing, so add some bird boxes and maybe a bird bath.

Making their garden tranquil is the aim for a lot of people, so turn it into a reality with these tips.

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