A well-constructed rock garden is hard to achieve; it’s hard to make a rock garden not just a garden full of rocks. A good manmade rock garden contains rocks that are placed artfully to mimic the microclimates, drainage and other…
A well-constructed rock garden is hard to achieve; it’s hard to make a rock garden not just a garden full of rocks. A good manmade rock garden contains rocks that are placed artfully to mimic the microclimates, drainage and other needs of plants. Just go for a bushwalk to see how rocks in their natural environment contribute to the growth of plants because of the natural drainage systems created by the rocks.
Start researching your rock garden by visiting rock gardens in your area. You can also research rock gardens online. See what rock garden will best suit your backyard. You might have a flat backyard or one with a slight hill – this will impact on the design of your rock garden. Make sure you create a garden that you can see from inside your home, so you can appreciate it even more. The rocks you choose should look as natural as possible and, if possible, use rocks found on your property or in your local area. Next choose the plants that you want to complement your rocks. Daffodils, hyacinths and tulips are just some examples that will give you rock garden a new look in spring. Make sure you have plants for every season and intersperse these with plants that look good year-round. You don’t have to have a big rock garden – perhaps you just want a corner of your garden dedicated to rocks. Whatever the size and position of your rock garden, it is bound to add a calming dimension to your backyard.
