With the ever increasing prices of land and lesser availability of big plots or independent homes, the culture of developing a terrace garden at home is increasing rapidly. It seems like a good idea but could be very expensive if you get it done from landscaping professionals. In this article we will discuss some easy ways so that you can create a lovely terrace or balcony garden without shelling too much money from your pocket.
- Invest in carpet grass: while having original grass could be a tempting idea it’s almost impossible to do it by yourself as it requires professional water proofing, mud and strategic planning on the other hand artificial turf or carpet grass in much cheaper and doesn’t require much expertise. Artificial grass starts from as low as Rs 40 per square feet and laying it actually very easy. It makes your terrace/balcony look like a stunning garden or else you can also use stones or tiles to give it an interesting look.
- Make your own planters : planters are available in multiple options and aren’t too heavy on your pocket but, if you want an even more pocket friendly option you can make easy DIY planters from waste paint buckets, tubs and other pot like stuff by painting them all with a single color. You can use small pots to plant succulent plants for smaller balcony space as they add great value to your terrace/balcony and very good for improving the air quality of your home.
- Buy Good plants: Once you are through with planters the important part comes in, what plants to grow? Try planting Christmas trees, bougainvilleas, snake plant and seasonal flower plants as they require minimum maintenance gives a rich look as well. P.S keep in mind each plant has specific needs and requires specific amount of sunlight and watering.
- A good sitting nook: You must have seen in various movies that terrace gardens have great sitting areas but, they are too expensive to afford hence you can create yourself a small canopy from iron or conduit pipes and throw in a little net cloth on top of it along with interesting lights and You can also buy garden furniture from Amazon or flipcart that suits your budget. Remember it’s not how expensive the chairs are its how well you decorate it. So, use colorful cushions and carpets give an element of drama to your whole terrace garden setup.
- Involve your kids: an important Tip to Develop A Stunning Terrace Garden At Home is to ask your kids to create something that they like may be an action figure from plaster of Paris or an easy DIY fountain from waste tires, submersible pump, plastic sheet and lots of paint. It will make them feel important and introduce them with their creative side.
After the covid pandemic we all have understood the value of in house garden to relax and spend quality time with our loved ones. By incorporating the discussed Tips to Develop a Stunning Terrace Garden At Home you will be able to easily create a peaceful place in your existing home. While designing the terrace garden remember that your focal point must be the plants, lighting and comfortable sitting corner. You can also create a roof top bar by installing a high table with stools if budget allows. Sankalp Group’s Tatvam on Ajmer Road offers exceptionally spacious penthouses with attached separate roof top where you can create a heavenly garden of your own.
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