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Different types of Gardens

Some gardeners have a passion for growing specific plants. Others seek to improve the environment. There are gardeners that make creative use of limited space and those who simply enjoy a particular gardening style. Here are some of the most common types of gardens:

  • Woodland Gardens
  • Tropical Gardens
  • Japanese Gardens
  • Environmental Gardens
  • Urban Gardens
  • Cutting Gardens
  • Water Gardens
  • Children’s Gardens
  • Edible Gardens

Water Gardens

May be water lulls your inner garden passion. A water garden can be as simple or as complex as you want it to be or as space will allow. These may include:

  • Small water ponds
  • Streams
  • Waterfalls
  • Container water gardens
  • Fountains

Water garden plants take several shapes and forms as well, including anything from oxygenating plants to water lilies and cat tails, many of which can also be used for creating bog gardens. Bog gardens house a variety of moisture-loving plants and are also easy to create.

Children’s Gardens

A children’s garden is a great way to get the kids interested in gardening. Most of these gardens come with a theme of their choosing. Children have a natural gift of the imagination, and this is all that is needed. Themes can be based on a favourite game, story character, place, animal, hobby or even an educational focus.

Edible Gardens

Edible gardens can include anything from herb and vegetable gardens to edible flower and orchard gardens. With so many speciality gardens to choose from, you’re certain to find a unique gardening style to fit the needs of any gardener.