Similar to people, gardens can be transformed with decorations, ornaments, etc. Some of them are practical and are meŠ°nt to perform a certain function. Others are purely for eye pleasing. Garden accessories are earrings, necklaces, brouches and pins for a garden.
I like these definitions of Accessory from BING dictionary:
I like these definitions of Accessory from BING dictionary:
- optional part: an optional part that may be fitted to something to perform an additional function or enhance performance
- fashion article: an item of clothing that is worn or used for a fashionable effect with an outfit
- fashion article: an item of clothing that is worn or used for a fashionable effect with an outfit
Accessories in my garden do exactly what the dictionary says. Among their functions are: to hold, to prompt, to support plants and to enhance the garden performance.
The word optional is very important. I usually take some time to decide whether to opt for a certain item or to skip it. I prefer a garden which underuses accessories to a garden that is overwhelmed with them.
Together with permanent items, I like accessories which can be moved in and out of the garden, relocated to a different garden corner and combined with other items.
Here are some of my garden accessories. Pictures can be enlarged by clicking.
Here are some of my garden accessories. Pictures can be enlarged by clicking.
I hope you like them...
***Copyright 2012 TatyanaS http://tanyasgarden.blogspot.com/
Hi Tatyana, I like your approach to using garden accessories in an understated manner. Actually I like your accessories a lot. They are tasteful and I can feel that you selected them very carefully. I myself think that I haven't found my way with garden accessories, except containers, yet. Since my garden is very small I feel I have to really watch out to not overdue it. Also many reasonable priced items that you can buy here in America look often cheap and like kitsch in my opinion. I still dream of my English stone garden statuary and will most likely continue to do so for a long time. They are just way out of my price range :-(.
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Christina, as I wrote in the comment on your blog - tell everyone you need gift certificates for your B-day and X-mas. Also, I was always able to negotiate price in the place where I got my ornaments.Good luck!
DeleteThose accessories in your garden certainly fit your garden style and maybe your home. I am sure the styles also depends on the personality of the owner. But among them i love that rock with crevices which plants grow. Those succulents are cute in there.
ReplyDeleteAndrea, my friend gave it to me.
DeleteBrilliant, things are so well used in your garden.
ReplyDeleteThank you Hermes!
DeleteI love gardening !!!
ReplyDeleteHappy gardening to you, Coco!
DeleteLovely colection, Tanya ! The stone accessories are great ... wish I could find some .
ReplyDeleteDANI, I hope you'll get what you want! Tell everyone that you want gift certificates to your favorite statuary place for your Birthday.
DeleteHi Tatyana, I love your selection of accessories, very tasteful and elegant :) I'm especially fond of your urn and planters, and the metal chicken and crescent moon!
ReplyDeleteThank you! It's a mix of high-end stuff and flee market finds.
DeleteIts always a pleasure to come visit your wonderful blogs .
ReplyDeleteAnd specially today on such a dreich day .
Thankyou
Scotkat, spring is close, hold on!
DeleteVery stylish! The accessories you have chosen add charm and interest to your garden. I love the stone with the succulents. Is that a natural rock or is it man made?
ReplyDeleteDe, thanks! It's natural. My friend gave it to me.
DeleteAll beautiful. I especially love the 6th one down - what character in that face!
ReplyDeleteThank you Holley! I think it's his nose that gives him such charm!
DeleteAnd so tastefully placed!
ReplyDeleteDarla, thanks! I like things that are easy to move.
DeleteI love your stone accessories. Every time I see the stone fence pedestal I want one. LOL! They all just go so well with your home Tatyana. Have a wonderful weekend.
ReplyDeleteLona, thank you!
DeleteClassy and beautiful! I've been shopping for more garden accessories, too. I found two super shallow birdbaths to use as butterfly puddles. :o) I love the conch shell planter.
ReplyDeleteCasa Mariposa, I've never heard of butterfly puddles... How cute! We brought that shell planter from Canada.
DeleteDear Tatyana, I love your garden accessories. They are so elegant and rich-looking! You have great taste. P. x
ReplyDeletePam, thank you!!!
DeleteEven though plants make the garden, I think accessories add interest to plants and garden spots. Your garden art is beautiful and adds so much to your garden...it makes it uniquely yours.
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ReplyDeleteBeautiful, all your garden art! I especially like the angel fountain with the fern :-)
ReplyDeleteYour garden is very well appointed and the ornament compliments it beautifully.
ReplyDeleteEverytime I visit your blog and get lost in your garden posts, one things always stands out - your exquisite taste! Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteI like you garden accessories very much. They look beautiful with your garden.
ReplyDeleteSort of complimenting each other.
Your garden decor is so natural looking. It is difficult to find objects that look like they have always been there.
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So beautiful, Tatyana. This makes me so hungry for spring.
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