8 Bridgerton Garden Trends For A Regency Style Outdoor Space

2022-04-02 04:19:15 By : Mr. Jin Yong

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Here's how to bring the Regencycore aesthetic into your garden...

You don't have to be a period drama connoisseur to appreciate the sophistication and decadence of the perfectly manicured gardens in Bridgerton.

Tapping into the Regencycore aesthetic, there aren't many scenes that don't feature grand country estates full of ornamental topiary, impressive borders, extravagant water features and breathtaking flower displays.

Many of the gardens filmed for the Netflix drama belong to stately period homes in real life, including Hatfield House, Painshill Park and Windsor Great Park. And while it might seem challenging to recreate these landscaped gardens on a smaller scale, it's not impossible, and here we show you exactly how. Even Lady Whistledown will be impressed – and the Ton!

Here's how to recreate the biggest Bridgerton garden trends...

When it comes to kerb appeal, nothing beats the Bridgerton family house thanks to the beautiful climbing wisteria which adorns its white facade. Always a much-loved climbing plant, Primrose say that following season one of Bridgerton in December 2020, searches for 'Amethyst wisteria' soared as much as 400 per cent.

To get the look, a statement pergola with climbing greenery will add a touch of grandeur to your garden – and it'll make for a great spot to enjoy a summer soiree in your own back yard.

Growing wisteria against strong wire support is advisable, but if growing against a building isn't an option, you can also plant lavender or star jasmine in flower beds to get the same whimsical look.

Dobbies' Horticultural Director, Marcus Eyles, advises: 'Climbing plants such as Clematis montana and Sweet Peas work well with most structures and will create a striking effect in any space. With the option to have these plants growing up against a pergola, wall, or fence, they will add drama and height to your garden, and you can personalise the look by choosing flowers in a colour that complements the rest of your garden.'

Fancy sipping on high tea under a pergola after a short promenade across the gardens? Follies are commonly found in the gardens used for the Bridgerton sets, but a pergola is a good alternative while still enabling you to achieve a similar level of extravagance.

No space for a pergola? Play around with height instead.

'If you don’t have the space for a pergola, you can achieve height by grouping together potted plants of different sizes and colours on a raised display,' Marcus suggests. 'Refresh your pots with early spring bedding plants like Pansies, Violas, Bellis and Primoses for instant colour that will add vibrancy and interest to your garden.'

The grounds we see on Bridgerton are full of wonderful colour. In fact, every scene – from Lady Danbury's dusky pink interiors to the Featherington's all-green aesthetic – is a colour-filled display.

The spring season is the perfect time to brighten up your garden with vibrant flowers inspired by the show, says Marcus. 'Planting is one of the most enjoyable spring gardening jobs and you can achieve some fantastic Bridgerton colour with summer flowering bulbs like Dahlias, Bagonias, Lilies and Gladioli. Cottage garden plants are a wonderful way to get the Regency look too, with hardy annuals like Nigella, Centaura and Calendula bringing a burst of colour when grouped together. Roses will also give your garden a romantic look and help mirror the spaces seen on the show.'

For a Bridgerton-inspired garden, luxe country-style furniture will fit in perfectly with the Regencycore theme; think refined details and elegant curves. Seating is a must, so think table sets for alfresco dining and garden sofas for relaxing. An element of styling is key here too to create a romantic garden set up.

The ornamental topiary gardens in Bridgerton are quite simply spectacular. Topiary shrubs are a key feature of Regency style gardens. Topiary, the art of trimming trees and shrubs into shapely sculptures, is a great way to make a statement and give your garden a grand look and feel, but it can of course take time to perfect your sculpting skills.

Cones and balls are two of the easiest shapes to create and maintain, but for minimal upkeep, use potted topiary plants in clear geometrical shapes and use to section off the garden into zones.

Marcus offers this alternative: 'An easy alternative is to neaten up your shrubs and give them a good trim to ensure clean lines. This will give your garden structure and is a good way to give your beds and borders a tidy look without too much hassle.'

Incorporating a garden room will give your outdoor space a luxurious focal point, perfect for a stylish soirée, Bridgerton style. If space is an issue, even a small gazebo in your garden corner can be turned into your perfect sanctuary.

The Bridgerton effect is clearly in full swing for luxury gazebo and garden room retailer Crown Pavilions. 'We've seen sales of luxury gazebos rise by 60 per cent over the last year especially after the first season of Bridgerton aired,' says CEO Luke Dejahang, who suggests a timber gazebo for year-round appeal.

If there's one thing a Bridgerton-style garden needs, it's a dramatic water fountain, claim the garden experts at Primrose. Water features are a pivotal focal point for all Regency style gardens and there is an additional benefit of the soothing sound of water.

They don't need to be grand to be noteworthy, however. 'Creating a small, circular pond with a single tier, Regency style stone fountain will bring a touch of serenity and elegance to any garden,' Luke suggests.

A clear, well-defined path is a must for any decent promenade. Choose a path that helps create atmosphere and leads the eye through your garden, encouraging you to linger on other focal points such as fountains, topiary or colourful beds.

Think about the path to different zones in your garden, such as your garden room. 'When it comes to what materials to use, it really comes down to personal preference,' says Luke. 'For some, gravel can be a nice contrast to the timber, especially Cotswold Chippings. Frustratingly, gravel (like wood chip) will migrate to other areas of your garden especially with high foot traffic. Many of our clients use flagstone paving to create pathways leading to their pavilions, these draw visitor's eyes to their garden showpiece.'

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