Spring Garden Design Starts Now 
Early Planning For Hardscaping and Unique Outdoor Features

While the clocks go back and the cold weather starts to set in, plans for a garden makeover may feel a little premature. For those well-organised, however, winter is actually an ideal time to start, as early preparation allows you to carefully curate materials and features, create a cohesive design, and benefit from winter sales and discounts on garden elements. Early preparation also lets you refine your ideas so that, when spring arrives, you’re ready to implement a well-thought-out design.

Key elements of hardscaping design

Hardscaping forms the backbone of any garden design, establishing structure and guiding its flow. Stone pathways, terraces, and garden walls provide shape and stability to your outdoor space, allowing plantings and focal points to shine. Stone pathways can create a defined route through your garden, while terraces add depth and functionality to sloped areas. 

Retaining walls and borders help contain flower beds and enhance the garden’s layout, creating a pleasing contrast between structured elements and organic plant life. Ultimately, hardscaping provides aesthetic appeal while also making your garden more usable and enjoyable, allowing you to integrate other decorative touches, such as stoneware ornaments or antique oil jars and planters.

Antique oil jars: timeless garden accents

Antique oil jars bring rustic charm and historical appeal to any outdoor space. Mud Mountain’s Antique Impruneta Orcio Collection features handcrafted jars from Italy, made with frost-resistant Galestro clay that stands the test of time. These jars, with their earthy tones and traditional shapes, make excellent focal points for both formal and relaxed garden styles. 

They can be positioned on their own to draw attention to specific areas or grouped for a bolder statement. Their weathered appearance and timeless design add a layer of depth to gardens, creating a bridge between classic and contemporary elements, making them ideal for those seeking both beauty and durability.

Stoneware for elegant garden structure

Stoneware is another excellent option for bringing elegance and permanence to your outdoor space. Our garden stoneware collection includes unique statues, birdbaths, and large planters that lend both charm and structure. Stone planters are ideal for anchoring flower beds, while one-of-a-kind sculptures can create a focal point that draws the eye and enhances the landscape’s flow. Incorporating stoneware into your garden design creates a lasting impression, adding value and visual interest to the layout as well as providing structure for seasonal planting.

Start planning your spring garden

Starting early with your garden plans allows you to design a cohesive space, with plenty of time to make adjustments before spring. By defining the layout and selecting key hardscape features, you can focus on seasonal planting as the weather warms.

Investing in timeless accents like antique oil jars and stoneware ensures that your garden remains beautiful year-round, with durable pieces that integrate seamlessly with seasonal changes. Mud Mountain’s curated collection provides the perfect elements to enhance your spring garden.

save up to 30% on antique oil jars and stoneware