Juniper is one of the most successful crops for landscaping a summer cottage. Experiment with it, and you will appreciate all the advantages - indescribable aroma, laconic forms, unpretentiousness and easy care.
This plant is perfect for styles that are characterized by geometry, naturalness and spaciousness.
- Japanese. The combination of juniper and stones is very popular and effective. Low varieties that will not bloom look good.
- English. There, the juniper is planted on strict lawns of moss or lichen. Preference is given to large varieties with a bright color, which will successfully contrast with the lawn.
- French. It is characterized by a strict symmetrical planting of conifers of the correct geometric shape.
Let's take a closer look at the use of dwarf breeds. Separately, it should be noted that they perfectly hide the irregularities of the site and visually level it.
Flower garden by the reservoir
The shore of the artificial pond and the garden path near it can be shaded with a border of several dwarf varieties. For example, scaly juniper and Japanese dwarf will be perfectly combined. A beautiful lavender note will be added by the Perovskian swan-leaved, and the compositional center will be successfully performed by a bush of Miscanthus of the Adagio variety or a voluminous Blue Lightning. These varieties add to the brooding atmosphere of a quiet pond.
Minimalistic border
In a sunny area, horizontal junipers can be planted along garden paths or walls. The idea is very simple, but extremely effective. Such varieties as Ice Blue, Lime Glow or Blue Chip are suitable.
Coniferous mixborder
A mixborder is a flower garden planted in steps depending on the height of the plants. It can be created not only from flowers, but also from conifers. The best part about such a corner is that its greenery will delight you all year round. Blue spruces can be planted as the main accent. Juniper bushes will be well placed around their trunks.
It is important to choose a variety that contrasts in color with spruce trees, for example, Chinese juniper.
For a change, islands of dwarf dove-gray spruce are added, and the yucca in the foreground will attract attention with its yellowish color.
Eclectic flower garden
Such a compositional solution is a real feast for the eyes! Here you can find a wide variety of shades - yellow, green, lavender and even purple. The unifying feature is the lack of color brightness - the shades seem to be sprinkled with dust. This flower garden looks very stylish.
The most noticeable element of the composition is the decorative red-leaved plum. It echoes with her shades of Japanese palm-shaped maple. It must be remembered that this is a thermophilic crop and will not survive the cold winter, so it can only be grown in the southern regions. On one side of the composition, you can plant a dwarf dwarf pine, on the other - a dwarf blue spruce. The flower garden is diluted with different types of hydrangea. You can emphasize the beauty of the plants by planting Perovskian swan-leaved in the foreground, the soil will be well covered by the horizontal juniper.
Composition with stonecrop
Juniper stands out for its original texture and various colors. These advantages will be emphasized by the plant of lavender, coral, salmon shades. The most successful companion for juniper is sedum. Examples include such varieties as Otemn Joy, Dragons Tan, Bronze Carpet.
Duet with daylilies
The beauty of daylilies will be remarkably well emphasized by the background of juniper, without distracting attention from the bright colors. For these purposes, it is good to use the Golden Pacific juniper.
Junipers literally transform the landscape. Their variety allows you to embody any fantasies to create a unique site. Try it - you'll love it!
Interesting. Thanks! You can also try. But isn't it too late to do this this season? Autumn is coming soon.