Today there are 1001 technologies on how to build a good Russian bathhouse, there is a lot of available information on how to arrange it inside and even how to knit brooms correctly, but not a word on how to organize the space in front of the steam room itself. But landscape design is not just a science or a favorite topic of glossy magazines, it is the same 3D reality that creates a mood and is conducive to relaxation.
Imagine for a minute: you decided to spend the weekend with family or friends, and upon arrival you see this picture: a shabby steam room stands in the middle of an overgrown area with a bunch of garbage and scattered firewood, a barn is almost lying nearby, and in general the whole area resembles a scene from zombie apocalypse. Even if the steam in such a bathhouse is wonderful, believe me, none of the vacationers will return the next weekend. And here is another picture: the exterior of the bathhouse is a real Russian style, in front of the open terrace there is a transparent artificial pond, next to it there is a gazebo with a huge barbecue oven and from there you can already hear the fragrant smell of barbecue, there are fruit trees everywhere and a whole children’s playground is located in the shade. Even the paths are laid out in a rustic style, and everything smells, rustles and lives. Believe me, next summer you will add a summer veranda or attic to such a bathhouse, and you will spend not just one weekend there, but your entire vacation!
After all, it’s such a thing that a person really loves with his eyes. And in fact, it is not difficult to arrange the area in front of the bathhouse - many simply do not know how. Well, our site is a storehouse of ideas!
Landscaping garden plot
It is easier to design a site from scratch when the area retains the pristine purity of nature. Having a home is not a problem in most cases. But the lived-in space can also be transformed; the main thing is to develop a clear concept. Therefore, landscape design always begins with planning, which includes the following stages:
- A diagram of the site is drawn on a sheet of paper, conveying its shape and size in scale.
- Existing structures (house, garage, bathhouse, outbuildings) are drawn.
- Areas that are planned to be developed for various needs (greenhouse, playground, recreation area or swimming pool) are marked.
Comment! If the area is small, you should set priorities in advance.
A clutter of buildings and decorative elements does not contribute to the formation of a harmonious landscape design.
- The scheme must contain all significant perennial plantings, after which it is supplemented with new elements.
- Markings with communications facilitate the proper placement of new objects. This is especially true for bathhouses and greenhouses, the operation of which will require the presence of light, water and, in some cases, gas.
- Comfortable spending time in a suburban area is impossible without designing paths. According to the rules of landscape design, they must connect all buildings and have a single style solution.
- Flower beds always remain the bright notes of design. The diversity of flower bed shapes will allow you to choose the most suitable type for a particular site.
When drawing up a landscape design plan, it is advisable to have information about the characteristics of the soil and groundwater level. This also matters when planting flower beds, building a bathhouse or arranging a garage.
The first step is to start directly from the area used for planting vegetables and fruits. In addition, a summer cottage plot is an excellent opportunity to try yourself as a landscape designer.
To begin, draw up a plan of your summer cottage on paper. Start from exactly how the house is located. It is important to note which and where buildings already exist. Also think carefully about what you would like or simply lack to fully relax. Perhaps you would like to admire a pond with small fish, do you have a gazebo, or do you still need to improve such a structure. Maybe you love strawberries, so think about where it would be convenient for you to pick them. And in general, everything your soul desires!
If you are creating a landscape design with your own hands, be patient and knowledgeable in numerous areas, as well as effort. With all this, you should always remember what you initially wanted to see on your own site. After all, in fact, in the process of creating a design it can very easily happen that the main idea is simply lost. As a result, you may end up not with a garden, but with a collection of beds, from which it all originally began.
Path design
The layout of the paths should be based on which garden areas need access. A very good solution would be to lay out the so-called excursion route directly past the most attractive places in the garden. If the appearance of your flower beds and beds is preserved, be sure to consider making the path to them, as well as the beds, as simple as possible.
As for the walking route among the bushes and trees, it can be winding and quite difficult. This way you will allow each of your guests to enjoy all the delights of your site.
Yes, in fact, not everyone has as much free space in their dacha as they would like. But at the same time, the width of the tracks should not suffer at all. Take into account that two people can safely walk on it in the event of a situation. The most optimal width of paths is considered to be up to one and a half meters.
Also, garden paths should have a slope, at least slightly, so that puddles after precipitation do not linger on them. At the same time, such water will additionally water, moisten the plants planted nearby, and once again wash the paths from dust and dirt.
As for the materials used for garden paths, it must be as resistant to temperature changes and various weather conditions as possible. As a rule, stone, concrete, and decorative tiles are used for these purposes. The most natural option is paths sprinkled with gravel or sand. Pebble paths lined with mosaics are also attractive.
When choosing tall plants, place them in the north direction. Shrubs should be identified in the middle zone of the site. But tomatoes with lettuce peppers should be planted in the south of the garden.
Trees with flowers should be positioned as naturally as possible. At the same time, it is worth paying attention to the relief on the site, for example, there is no need to level out the hillocks in the areas; play with it by creating your own, unique design.
Children's playground: how to keep children busy all the time
But the most important “natural disaster” - children - is often completely forgotten when arranging a site. But you don’t want your kids, nephews and just small guests of friends to break some expensive lamp out of boredom, start a serious fire in the barbecue, or hopelessly clog the filters in the pond? But it’s true that sometimes a holiday outside the city can be painfully similar to a comedy. Although it would be more correct to call such a weekend “nine crazy adults and two children who really have nothing to do.” Just set aside the farthest corner of the area in front of the bathhouse for a children's playground - and direct this uncontrollable chaos there.
So, where do kids usually like to spend time? The first is a tree house. You can put together this miracle of architecture with your own hands from ordinary inexpensive boards. You can even draw the design yourself, just take care of the safety and stability of the structure itself. And then paint the wood with durable facade paint - and the house is ready! If you wish, purchase a separate slide for it (there are some on sale specifically for houses), the steeper and longer the better, and secure it at the exit from the house. To enter, build a regular rope ladder.
The second successful solution is a garden swing. Just make them wide enough so that several children can sit at once and attach one extra bar on top so that later this swing cannot describe a circle (for safety reasons).
If there is at least one adult among you who is ready to sacrificially be near children all day, then install an inflatable children's pool on the site. It doesn’t have to be deep and huge: to play with water, two meters in diameter is enough. And, of course, the sandbox is not superfluous at all.
All this is really necessary, because the child will not sit in the steam room for a long time, and the rest of the hours he will have to occupy himself with something. Let your relaxation in the bathhouse be without smartphones, tablets and e-books!
Accommodation
The best options are a colorful flower garden near the gate or along the fence. This design will transform the overall exterior and attract the attention of guests. Experts recommend using delphinium, a tall perennial plant with about 450 species in a variety of colors. You can complement the composition with viburnum or cherries.
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The entrance to the local area creates the first impression. A colorful flower garden near the gate indicates that the house is inhabited by good-natured owners with excellent taste.
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To decorate a flower garden in the initial location, near a private house or cottage, use the following plants:
- Petunia. Miniature colorful flowers with a pronounced aroma.
- Rose. Queen of the flower world, you can choose varieties in the form of shrubs or climbing plants to decorate high gates and fences.
- Thuja. An evergreen cone-shaped plant in a rich green color.
- Lily. A delicate and romantic flower of various shades - from snow-white to bright and dark options.
- Sage. Medicinal herb with bright purple inflorescences.
- Clematis. A climbing plant covered with bright flowers.
- Cuff. Herbaceous plant with wide leaves and small yellow-green inflorescences
- Virginia. A variety of tobacco with wide leaves of light green color.
- Sedum. The plant has many species. The most popular is a shrub with lush bright pink inflorescences.
- Chistets woolly. The leaves of the plant are covered with small and soft hairs of a silvery color.
- Balsam. A low-growing flowering plant, which is decorated with large and bright buds.
- Veronica (garden). Herbaceous plant with small blue flowers.
We divide the flower garden into sections:
- In order for the living composition near the entrance to look beautiful, it is necessary to divide it into certain locations according to the type of plants.
- For tall and large flowers, a separate area of one meter is allocated. We plant no more than three plants in this zone.
- About 5-6 medium sizes are needed to fill an area of about 70-80 cm.
- Planting of low-growing plants in the amount of 8-10 units is carried out at a location of 30 cm.
- If you are using dwarf plants, you can plant 20 of them on an area of 17 cm.
An ordinary path can become a colorful and expressive decoration of any garden or yard. Before starting work, you need to dig up the area along the path and then remove the top turf layer. Next, you need to fill the resulting recesses with soil prepared in advance, suitable for specific plants.
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The entrance to the local area creates the first impression. A colorful flower garden near the gate indicates that the house is inhabited by good-natured owners with excellent taste.
To decorate a flower garden in the initial location, near a private house or cottage, use the following plants:
- Petunia. Miniature colorful flowers with a pronounced aroma.
- Rose. Queen of the flower world, you can choose varieties in the form of shrubs or climbing plants to decorate high gates and fences.
- Thuja. An evergreen cone-shaped plant in a rich green color.
- Lily. A delicate and romantic flower of various shades - from snow-white to bright and dark options.
We divide the flower garden into sections:
- In order for the living composition near the entrance to look beautiful, it is necessary to divide it into certain locations according to the type of plants.
- For tall and large flowers, a separate area of one meter is allocated. We plant no more than three plants in this zone.
- About 5-6 medium sizes are needed to fill an area of about 70-80 cm.
- Planting of low-growing plants in the amount of 8-10 units is carried out at a location of 30 cm.
- If you are using dwarf plants, you can plant 20 of them on an area of 17 cm.
Width
Any path in the garden has certain functions, and in connection with this its width is regulated. Paths are usually divided into main and secondary. Paths from the gate to the house, from the house to the bathhouse, etc. - these are the main ones. On the main paths, two people should be able to pass each other freely, therefore, its width should be 120-150cm. Secondary paths (walking paths) can be 50-100 cm.
On the main paths, two people should be able to pass each other freely, therefore, its width should be 120-150cm.
In many areas you can find the so-called front path leading to the main entrance to the house. Its width can be 2 meters or more.
Features of choosing a place for a bath
A country vacation cannot be considered complete if there is no bathhouse on the site. When choosing or drawing up a project, they are guided by the size of the site, the planned financial costs and strive for compatibility of style with a residential building. It is very important to find a suitable place on the site for a bathhouse. Rest is invariably associated with a peaceful atmosphere, and it is advisable not to disturb your neighbors. Based on the following recommendations, it will be easier to choose a suitable area for a bathhouse:
- Despite the apparent convenience of being near a body of water, the bathhouse should be located at a distance. This will avoid erosion of the foundation and the negative consequences of floods. An exception may be a bathhouse on a hilly area, and then only after careful geological exploration.
- It is unwise to place a bathhouse near a road; dust and noise can disturb any atmosphere; even expensive room design will not help.
- A bathhouse with high-quality ventilation and a well-thought-out sewerage system will protect the area from sewage pollution and unpleasant odor.
- It is preferable to place the bathhouse on the south side of the site, so the structure will be protected from the wind and have better lighting. A door with access to the south will save the strength of the site owners in winter, when the need arises to clear snowdrifts.
- It is recommended to plan the bathhouse windows facing west. Evening relaxation and admiring the sunset - what could be more romantic?
- A bathhouse near a neighbor's property is contrary to building codes. A bathhouse located among trees will allow you to achieve organicity in landscape design.
- If the material for constructing a bathhouse is wood, it is better to install the building, which is unsafe from a fire point of view, away from the house.
- A gap of at least 15-20 m between structures will help prevent contamination of the source of drinking water by drains from the bathhouse.
In addition to the correctly selected site, the external design of the bathhouse plays a significant role. It is desirable that the walls of the house and the bathhouse are made of the same material. This is especially true for landscape design if the building is in plain sight. The exterior of a bathhouse hidden in the thick of green spaces is less important. But it is better to choose a roofing material similar to the main building. This contributes to a harmonious perception of the design of the site as a whole.
Sanitary standards
The requirements of SNiP 30-02-97, which must be strictly observed when constructing a bathhouse, determine the following distances between objects on a personal plot:
- between the bathhouse and the garden house - at least 3 m;
- between the bathhouse and outbuildings - from 1 to 4 m.
After determining the exact location for the construction of the bathhouse, the construction should be coordinated with the relevant authorities. A copy of the document must be kept permanently.
Attention! Sanitary safety standards should be taken into account especially carefully, because the bathhouse is being built as an object for hygienic and/or therapeutic and preventive procedures.
The distance from the border of the local area for different buildings according to SNiP standards must be no less than:
- 3 m – for a country house or garden house;
- 4 m – for outbuildings;
- 1 m – for a bath house and other similar objects;
- 4 m – for tall trees;
- 1 m – for dense bushes.
After determining the exact location for the construction of the bathhouse, the construction should be coordinated with the relevant authorities.
When calculating the distance of the bathhouse from the boundaries of the personal plot, the location of the residential building and other objects in neighboring areas should be taken into account. This will allow you to take bath procedures and relax peacefully without disturbing your neighbors.
Decor “Sunny Flowerbed”
Experts often use a technique called a “sunny flowerbed” in landscape design. The flower bed is placed in a bright place. Natural lighting will make the colors more expressive.
The following types are perfect for arrangement:
- Hibiscus. Flowers with large and colorful buds of different tones.
- Juniper. Evergreen plant with blue berries.
- Kufeya. A shrub with small flowers of various shapes and colors.
- Helenium. The flowers resemble daisies in appearance, but have a rich color
- Petunia. We talked about this charming representative of the flora earlier in the article.
- Vatochnik. They are characterized by bright and small inflorescences.
- Penstemon. Tall and elongated plants, the flowers are bell-shaped.
Experts often use a technique called a “sunny flowerbed” in landscape design. The flower bed is placed in a bright place. Natural lighting will make the colors more expressive.
The following types are perfect for arrangement:
- Hibiscus. Flowers with large and colorful buds of different tones.
- Juniper. Evergreen plant with blue berries.
- Kufeya. A shrub with small flowers of various shapes and colors.
- Helenium. The flowers resemble daisies in appearance, but have a rich color
- Petunia. We talked about this charming representative of the flora earlier in the article.
- Vatochnik. They are characterized by bright and small inflorescences.
- Penstemon. Tall and elongated plants, the flowers are bell-shaped.
Paths and lawns
The attractive design of the site is formed by the combination of garden paths and lawns. There are many variations of arrangement, let's start with the forms. Some people like clear geometry, others prefer to bring landscape design as close as possible to the natural manifestations of nature and design winding paths. The material for the arrangement is selected taking into account the general style of the site:
- Massive or graceful stone buildings need to be supplemented with stone or pebble paths.
- Adherents of the rustic style and owners of log houses should take a closer look at the option of laying paths from wooden saw cuts.
- Clinker bricks or paving stones are another option for designing paths in landscape design.
- An area with combined paths looks original when the middle is filled with large stone slabs and the edges are decorated with small pebbles.
The origin of the lawn on the site is also different. Availability of funds allows you to supplement the landscape design with lawn delivered in rolls. In this case, the ideal appearance is guaranteed. You can save money by planting lawn grass yourself. The process is lengthy, and you can achieve an impeccable appearance of your landscape design if you periodically reseed bald spots and regularly care for the area.
The path of their wooden cuts
Of course, in terms of durability, wood is inferior to other materials, since it is afraid of moisture, which means additional processing and protection will be required. But still, wood cuts are also popular. With their help you can create a decorative path in a rustic style.
Tree cuts
When designing, you should follow a few tips:
- When choosing a tree, you need to pay attention to the diameter of the trunks; it should be from 10 to 20 cm.
- You should not discard small branches, as small round pieces can perfectly fill the voids between large elements.
- You can use flat cuts or hemp.
Arranging the path will not take much time and effort. On the marked area, remove the top layer of turf or dig a shallow trench. The earth should not be taken far, as it will be needed to fill voids.
Laying cuts
For the pillow, a sand layer 5 cm thick will be enough, which is compacted. The prepared hemp is laid out on the spot, which will allow you to immediately imagine the final result. The gaps are filled with earth or sand, fine gravel will also work.
When choosing a tree, you can simultaneously solve several problems: designing a site and getting rid of old cut trees.
To decide what material to make the paths from, walk around the area. Undoubtedly, you will find old bricks, leftover cement, and unnecessary trees. Experiment and combine when arranging your site.
Composition near the bench
The “Rainbow Bench” technique is the design of a flower bed near a bench or bench. This design will create a cozy area for rest and relaxation on the territory of the land plot. In this case, the following plants are used:
- Fern. A perennial plant of dark green color with leaves of an original shape.
- Mouse hyacinth. A low plant decorated with inflorescences of bright miniature flowers.
- Lemon verbena. Narrow green leaves on thin stems.
- Malvaviscus. The plant attracts attention with scarlet flowers.
- Horny goat weed. The unusual shape of the buds and attractive color make Horny goat weed popular in the field of exterior decoration.
The “Rainbow Bench” technique is the design of a flower bed near a bench or bench. This design will create a cozy area for rest and relaxation on the territory of the land plot. In this case, the following plants are used:
- Fern. A perennial plant of dark green color with leaves of an original shape.
- Mouse hyacinth. A low plant decorated with inflorescences of bright miniature flowers.
- Lemon verbena. Narrow green leaves on thin stems.
- Malvaviscus. The plant attracts attention with scarlet flowers.
- Horny goat weed. The unusual shape of the buds and attractive color make Horny goat weed popular in the field of exterior decoration.
Layout of flower beds and flower beds
The use of available materials when decorating flower beds on a site is one of the most popular landscape design techniques. Bicycle, barrel, tires, cart - it is not possible to list all the options. The imagination of the site owner can exceed all expectations.
A compact area is not a limitation for planting flower beds. In this case, the design moves from the horizontal to the vertical plane. Various hanging pots and boxes, multi-tiered flower beds and wall panels - there are many ways to beautifully decorate a space without taking up free space.
The aroma of barbecue and grill: building a barbecue gazebo on the site
If you don’t yet have a barbecue stove in the area in front of the bathhouse, then there definitely will be in a year or two. After all, a bathing holiday without barbecue is just a procedure. But where can you get such a beauty? There are three options: buy a simple grill, order a service from a good stove maker, or even lay out the stove yourself. Our website already has several articles on how to set up a barbecue yourself and what types of such stoves there are. Even how to attach a gazebo with a barbecue to a bathhouse.
Additional element
Live butterflies will add charm to your flowerbed. Insects pay attention to the buds of plants that attract their attention with color and aroma: purple echinacea, chamomile, sage, thuja, zinnia (popularly called majors).
If you decide to give the flower garden a round shape, consider the color of the flowers, their shape and height when creating the composition.
Live butterflies will add charm to your flowerbed. Insects pay attention to the buds of plants that attract their attention with color and aroma: purple echinacea, chamomile, sage, thuja, zinnia (popularly called majors).
If you decide to give the flower garden a round shape, consider the color of the flowers, their shape and height when creating the composition.
Using paving slabs
Paving slabs are also renowned for their long service life and resistance to temperature changes.
Just like with masonry, working with paving slabs requires skill and professionalism.
Slab is the most popular material for organizing paths. Firstly, it is easy to lay out, secondly, it is durable and wear-resistant, and thirdly, it is quite easy to care for.
Paths in the garden made of the same type of clinker tiles
The modern building materials market allows you to choose paving slabs to suit every taste - all kinds of shapes, colors and textures. In order to decorate a large area - a parking lot or a porch area, it is enough to combine 2-3 options, organizing inserts on the main canvas with diagonal or patterned placement of tiles.
Area paved with clinker bricks and natural crushed paving stones
Mosaics or abstract patterns made from multi-colored tiles of various sizes will look very unusual and festive. For connoisseurs of natural style, an excellent solution would be tiles with gaps, which after installation can be sowed with grass or covered with soil.
Tile paths in a flower garden made in a natural style
Arrangement of recreation areas
Another standard placement of flower arrangements is next to the recreation areas in the yard (gazebos, open verandas and much more). These elements in the local area will become much more attractive and beautiful after placing flower beds nearby.
In the warm season, a gazebo is the best place for a comfortable time in nature. The best option for creating a flower garden: divide the overall composition into separate squares and plant plants in them. Experts strongly recommend not choosing more than six colors for decoration.
The following options are ideal:
- Sage. The plant will especially appeal to lovers of purple and its shades. You can also buy a variety with white and blue flowers.
- Sedum. Different varieties look significantly different from each other. Choose any one.
- Coreopsis. An unpretentious plant with bright flowers. The most popular types are yellow or burgundy.
- Mock orange (jasmine). This species attracts attention with snow-white flowers located close to each other and a charming aroma. May take the form of a bush or small tree.
- Clematis. Climbing flowers of amazing beauty.
Some tips
When considering the design of the path from the gate to the house, it is necessary to take into account individual wishes:
- The route can be imagined as an alley, with small trees and shrubs planted along the path;
- Steps will decorate the appearance; they should be comfortable and ergonomic;
- An edging in the form of a border of flowers or low shrubs will look great;
- Creative and wealthy owners can afford to place along the path sculptures and figures and fountains for the dacha, garden benches, a gazebo in the dacha, or something of their choice that can stand out and attract the attention of others in the surrounding area;
- To avoid the formation of puddles, it is advisable to place the paths slightly higher than the entire space and make a slope so that the water can drain; Option for the design and decoration of a path near the house
- High-quality drainage, open or closed, will help combat this problem;
- In order to save money, of course, it is better to make the path straight, but a winding and decorated one will look much more beautiful;
- You can plant a coniferous tree near the gate, at the entrance. According to an old legend, its needles scare away evil spirits from the house.
Decoration for border and wall
Flower beds are often arranged along the walls of a house or border. A variety of plants planted near the house will make the building more attractive and decorate even the simplest and most budget-friendly fencing.
In this case, it would be ideal:
- Lilac. Shrubs with lush and fragrant inflorescences. Colors: purple, white, lilac, pink, blue.
- Turn. Sloes bloom with white flowers that look like cherry or apple blossoms. Afterwards, large blue fruits appear on the branches.
- Holly. A genus of shrubs and trees characterized by bright red berries and unusually shaped leaves.
- Heuchera. This representative of the flora attracts attention with a wide variety of foliage colors: from standard green to red, yellow, blue and other options.
Flower beds are often arranged along the walls of a house or border. A variety of plants planted near the house will make the building more attractive and decorate even the simplest and most budget-friendly fencing.
In this case, it would be ideal:
- Lilac. Shrubs with lush and fragrant inflorescences. Colors: purple, white, lilac, pink, blue.
- Turn. Sloes bloom with white flowers that look like cherry or apple blossoms. Afterwards, large blue fruits appear on the branches.
- Holly. A genus of shrubs and trees characterized by bright red berries and unusually shaped leaves.
- Heuchera. This representative of the flora attracts attention with a wide variety of foliage colors: from standard green to red, yellow, blue and other options.
Landscaping and decor of the area near the bathhouse
If the area around the bathhouse is empty, it is necessary to pre-plant it. Lawn grass is ideal for this. It is easy to care for and affordable. To keep the grass looking great, it needs to be trimmed periodically. This plant feels great in different regions of Russia.
To create a flower garden near a sauna or bathhouse, coniferous and evergreen plants are actively used. They look great at any time of the year, do not require care and can easily withstand the vagaries of bad weather. The following are very popular: juniper, thuja, mountain pines of various varieties, and dwarf spruce. Plants not only decorate the area, but also give a pleasant aroma.
If the area around the bathhouse is empty, it is necessary to pre-plant it. Lawn grass is ideal for this. It is easy to care for and affordable. To keep the grass looking great, it needs to be trimmed periodically. This plant feels great in different regions of Russia.
To create a flower garden near a sauna or bathhouse, coniferous and evergreen plants are actively used. They look great at any time of the year, do not require care and can easily withstand the vagaries of bad weather. The following are very popular: juniper, thuja, mountain pines of various varieties, and dwarf spruce. Plants not only decorate the area, but also give a pleasant aroma.
Design
The path is an engineering structure, and in order for it to serve you faithfully for many years, it is necessary to technologically correctly arrange the base for paving. The type of foundation depends on the composition of the soil in your area, the depth of soil freezing, the expected load on the path, and the material of the selected paving.
Only a properly calculated and constructed base will save your path from swelling, dips, etc. The foundation for a parking lot is significantly different from a walking path around a pond, since the degree of load is completely different. You should not save on installing a pie under the path; permanent repairs of an incorrectly laid path will cost much more.
To drain stormwater, paths are made single or double sloped with a minimum slope of 2 ppm. Along the edges of dirt paths, it is possible to install an open drain to drain water.
Granite covering on a concrete base.
Granite covering on a sand and gravel base.
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Choice of style
There are few landscape design styles that are suitable for arranging flower beds near bathhouses.
Regular
This option is especially popular with the stronger sex. The object itself is in the center of the composition. The bathhouse should have laconic and strict forms. Plants are placed in a checkerboard pattern depending on the structure. In between, you can equip a seating area.
Make a choice in favor of oriental flora. They grow slowly, so there is no need to trim them. Give the bushes a strict shape. This design technique is classic. The garden will be decorated with a small “living” labyrinth.
Mauritanian
In this style, special attention is paid to smell. Choose fragrant, fragrant plants. In the garden near the bathhouse there are many benches, next to which there are various plants. The main characteristics of the decor are peace and relaxation.
Cottage
This is a rural destination. A lot of stones are used for decoration. There is no place for strict shapes and lines. Paths made of stones can be decorated on both sides with low plants. Place natural wood furniture in the garden.
When choosing flowers for your flower beds, choose options with colorful buds. If you want to complement the style with trees, various fruit varieties are ideal: pear, apple, cherry. Climbing plants will fit perfectly.
Japanese
The main characteristics of this direction are lightness and simplicity. Perennial plants are used in harmony with the abundance of stones. Red shrubs are used as elements. The rest of the color scheme consists of green and gray.
Russian village
An ideal style for arranging a garden with a Russian bathhouse. Flower beds are made up of flowers in pots (an old bucket or watering can serve as a container). Flowers of various varieties and colors are planted in flower beds. The composition is complemented with stacks of firewood.
For interesting tips on flower bed design, watch the following video.
Regular
This option is especially popular with the stronger sex. The object itself is in the center of the composition. The bathhouse should have laconic and strict forms. Plants are placed in a checkerboard pattern depending on the structure. In between, you can equip a seating area.
Make a choice in favor of oriental flora. They grow slowly, so there is no need to trim them. Give the bushes a strict shape. This design technique is classic. The garden will be decorated with a small “living” labyrinth.
Cottage
This is a rural destination. A lot of stones are used for decoration. There is no place for strict shapes and lines. Paths made of stones can be decorated on both sides with low plants. Place natural wood furniture in the garden.
When choosing flowers for your flower beds, choose options with colorful buds. If you want to complement the style with trees, various fruit varieties are ideal: pear, apple, cherry. Climbing plants will fit perfectly.
What plants to choose for planting
Flowers, bushes and trees are the main elements of the garden. But since we are talking only about a small space near the bathhouse and pool, here it is worth limiting ourselves only to those cultures that are a reference to the chosen style. They will add additional nuances to the design of the territory:
Style | Suitable plants |
Regular (Roman) | The Romans grew many flowers and other plants. The style is characterized by boxwood hedges, vases with flowering annuals including petunias, geraniums, violets, as well as roses and verbena. Trees: beech, sycamore, pear. There may be vines climbing up the walls. |
Moorish (Turkish) | This style is characterized by southern trees. There are a lot of cypress trees here, hedges of thujas and accent coniferous trees in the flower beds are welcome. Flower beds should look colorful, just like the famous Turkish carpets. |
Japanese | Plants characteristic of the Japanese style are everything that grows naturally on the Japanese islands. But some plants are most revered, as they are symbols of the seasons or moments of life that are important for the Japanese. Thus, bamboo is a symbol of wisdom and thirst for knowledge. Plum is a symbol of spring and renewal. The pear is a symbol of justice. Willow - friendship and joy. You can plant honeysuckle, spirea, lilac, and cypress in the garden. The Japanese style is natural and irregular, so there are no specially planted flower beds. |
Russian | Russian style is the familiar birch, rowan and berry bushes. Flowerbeds were not typical for a peasant farmstead, so give preference to planting simple daisies, pansies, lilies of the valley and other forest plants. |
Cottage | Cottage style features mossy hills, green lawns and regular forests of deciduous trees. Such a landscape is diluted thanks to decorative elements. |
Did you know? Indian tribes used the Inipi ritual bath to communicate with the spirits of their ancestors. To do this, plant branches were laid on hot stones and a special herbal decoction was poured, resulting in a thick smoke that affected consciousness.