What are Architectural Plants?
Architectural plants are usually defined by having a strong, distinctive shape. Unlike the name suggests these types of plants are architectural not because they belong in buildings. More so because the plants themselves are highly sculptural and have their own strong architecture. They can provide a dramatic and impressive allure to any garden. Most architectural plants are adaptable when it comes to sun or shade, making them the perfect year-round hardy plant for your garden.
Types of Architectural Plants
Many of the best plants are evergreen, although some fit into this category because of other characteristics. Some due to their bark coloration and branch shape or because they provide interest and colour during the dull winter months. These types of plants tend to be large and grown outdoors and are a great way to add a focal point to your garden.
We’re huge fans of hardy exotic plants, these are our favourites:• Large Yucca Rostrata• Agave Winteriana• Large Agave Americana• Japanese Sago Palm• Butia Capitata Palm• Topiary Olive Trees• Bird of Paradise
Architectural plant garden design
Creating an interesting garden with bold statements might feel like a huge challenge. However the right plants can transform your garden. Architectural plants offer interesting, adventurous statements, concentrating on shape. These group of unique plants have a sculptural quality, where strong, eye-catching outlines, beautiful textures and combined shades of green dominate. When choosing these types of plants, it’s important to consider light, shade, size and drainage. It takes time to consider the best layouts and shapes, so we recommend thinking about the plants you want, and how they will work together. Consider how the sun moves around your garden. Are there areas that are crying out for some excitement?
If you’re looking to create a bold, exotic garden then we have an amazing array of hardy plants in stock.
