Gorgeous Garden Structures

Structures can add beauty to any landscape. Here are some examples.

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Obelisks

These upright supports add height and interest to a garden. Match the material and style to the garden's design, then choose a color to complement (as shown) or contrast with surrounding plants.
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Tee-pee Trellis

This simple handmade trellis is both pretty and practical. It adds a focal point to the bed and provides more growing room for beans.
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Shed Some Light

Storage sheds don't have to be dark and dreary utilitarian objects best hidden from view. Instead, make them part of the garden. The bright two-tone paint job, charming window, and colorful planters turn this simple shed into a valued part of the garden.
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Make an Entrance

The best gardens always seem to have a designated entrance that underscores the fact visitors are about to enter a magical place. Arbors are the perfect start, but they'll be more impressive when you outfit them with a gate and matching fence. A winding path adds to the sense of adventure.
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Upward Bound

Garages often dominate the front facade of new homes. Help blend them into the surroundings with a plant support. This one would look good even without the climbing rose. Or, choose a more vigorous vine to completely cover the structure.
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Frame a View

Want to draw attention to a particular part of the garden? Create a distinct vantage point that guests will be drawn to. This simple lattice has been modified with a porthole that beckons to all who pass by.
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Gazebo Coverup

Whether you're trying to cover up an old gazebo or simply create an interesting effect, training vines to scamper up the structure can solve the problem. This vine-covered gazebo is loaded with charm.
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Gazebo Reinvented

This slat-roof gazebo with built-in benches makes an ideal stage for planters and hanging baskets. The large hostas and surrounding plants help the structure blend in.
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Rustic Passage

Dead branches can be attached to form a passageway into a different part of the garden. Cedar, locust, and chestnut will last the longest, but any kind of wood will work for shorter periods.
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A Big Supporter

A heavy-duty support is needed for large woody vines like wisteria, which can damage or even pull down lesser structures. But, as this hefty pergola shows, the ample support is well worth the effort.
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Filling the Gaps

The sides of a garage, shed or house often call out for some sort of decoration. Here a simple trellis comes in handy to fill the space between windows and reign in a rambling vine.
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Match Your Surroundings

A painted gazebo or ornate metal structure would look out of place here, but the unfinished wood and simple design of this gazebo feel right at home with the rustic scenery.
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Appealing Notion

This entry arbor long ago gave up its original mission for more aesthetic appeal -- becoming a home to a glorious climbing rose will tend to do that. Remember that garden structures don't have to be practical to have a purpose.
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Fence Fix Up

A stockade fence in an article about gorgeous garden structures? Well, this photo is a reminder that with just a little bit of effort, beauty can be created. Sometimes a small tweak can make all the difference in a fence's appeal. In this case, cutouts create small portholes. Of course, a handsome stain and some colorful plants will help, too!