It is surprising how little room is needed to create a Formal Area. Pick an area tucked away, out of the way, down the side, out of direct sight. Put a point of interest or two at the entrance to entice visitors to drift that way. Then build something to suit the area. Feature in the center or rear center, don’t forget The Importance of Paving to create the Formal feel. Mass Plantings also look very effective.
Formal does not mean Big
Written by Gavin Shadlow
Gavin Shadlow brings 40+ years of Australian nursery industry experience to his gardening guides. Having managed operations at leading Queensland nurseries including Bucasia Gardens & Gifts and Hampton Gardens, and establishing an accredited production nursery in North Queensland, he's propagated over 1000 plant varieties and transformed traditional nursery operations. A passionate bonsai specialist who built dedicated bonsai nurseries, taught classes, and created bonsai pots, Gavin combines artistic cultivation with scientific knowledge. Certified in pest management, water systems, and analytical methods through NIAA, his guides blend hands-on expertise with proven solutions for Australian gardens. Based on the NSW Central Coast, he's been nurturing plants since 1975.
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