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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Sarah Wilson

What is an island bed? This clever garden design trick can add privacy and drama to any backyard

Island bed in lawn with plants and flowers.

The island bed trend in garden design is big news right now. This aesthetic is a good fit with other current ideas like naturalistic planting and introducing more organic, curvy shapes. If you're looking for ideas on how to add some interest to a dull rectangle or square of lawn, creating a thoughtfully planted island bed will transform the space.

Whether you have a small garden that you want to make look bigger, or a large one where you want to create a feeling of intimacy, these 'floating' features can add a designer touch that really helps to 'finish' the space. Island beds can be walked around and seen from all sides, which helps to elevate your garden design into more of a showpiece.

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