Charming Cottage Garden Style

On a small lot overflowing with blooms, Betsy Fleenor brings the romance back to her Birmingham garden

Get the Cottage Look
Illustration: Ryan Kelly

Get the Cottage Look

Here’s how to create this lush, romantic style.

  • Choose a variety of plants for a casual feel.
  • Try materials that are traditional and timeless.
  • Use dense plantings to maximize space.
  • Mix ornamentals and edibles such as old roses and cabbages for a classic look.
  • Tell a story with pass-along plants that have meaning.
  • Add charm with fences or hedges designed to keep animals out of veggies.


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