Gardening for many is not just a pastime hobby, but a way of life and an activity that defines their lifestyle in meaningful ways. This activity includes the growth and cultivation of ornamental plants, vegetables, fruits, and herbs.

In short, gardening is a relaxing activity with plenty of health benefits including both physical and psychological. Pulling, digging, spreading compost, trimming and other gardening activities are great to burn calories while having fun simultaneously.

In gardening, you can specifically concentrate only on one type of plant or cultivate numerous types of plants. Whatever is your planting choice, the process involves active participation that is quite labor-intensive.

Features and accessories for gardening
Gardening features are physical elements incorporated in the art and process of designing a garden.

Irrespective of the level of gardening expertise one possesses, a multitude of accessories and features are available to ensure visual splendor. These products add to the aesthetic look and also induce functionality to the garden. The accessories are made of durable materials including metals and glass.

Trellis is made of wood, bamboo or metal either in an open framework or in an interwoven lattice form. These are usually used to support and display climbing plants.

Arbors are shaded walkways or passageways that include vertical pillars supporting cross-beams with a strong open lattice. Arbors can also be set up as seating areas in a garden.

Bird baths and feeders, and water fountains add to the visual appeal. Garden lighting comes in various styles and designs and includes candle lighting, solar lanterns, oil lamps and more.

Types of gardens
After getting a fairly elaborate understanding of gardening, it’s important to know the types of gardens that can be designed.

The type of garden that can be built depends primarily on the climate and size of the plot. These factors also decide the scope, display, and usage.

Flower gardens
These gardens vary in the type of plants grown from region to region. They are dominated by shrubs and trees with herbs, annuals, and bulbs grown around them.

Woodland gardens
These are gardens in the wilderness, designed with curvy paths and grass dominating the area. There are thin trees that allow natural light to enter, usually in the glades. Woodland gardens usually have plants chosen from its native region.

Rock gardens
Natural large boulders in a well-designed landscape give a natural hillside look. Sandstone and limestone are used to construct these rocks. Sun-tolerant plants and shade-tolerant plants surround the rocks.

Water gardens
This is the oldest type of garden style with ornamental lanterns of stone extending over the water. These can have pools with a demarcated outline and can include fountains in the middle. Oxygenating plants should be grown to maintain moisture-tolerant plants.

Herb and vegetable gardens
These are one of the most common types of gardens grown throughout the world. These are specifically cultivated in sunny regions since the majority of the plants and herbs grow well in warm and dry regions. Rotation of crops is recommended to ensure good cultivation.

There are specialty gardens like roof gardens and scented gardens too.