Learn more about this whimsical approach to garden design.
This is why I put so many details into the [fairy] homes and accessories I create.
What is a Fairy Garden?
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Fairy gardens can be in the ground or ina pot or other container.
Typical fairy gardens include miniature accessories that look like they can be used by fairies.
What Do You Need for a Fairy Garden?
What Are the Best Accessories for a Fairy Garden?
Scale is essential when buying or making accessories for your fairy garden.
Otherwise, it will look disjointed, says Calvo.
Stout says that many people like to start with a simple fairy door on a tree.
What Kinds of Plants Belong in a Fairy Garden?
Layering down with small-leafed perennial ground covers will create a true garden in miniature, she adds.
Pre-bonsai trees, which are grown to bebonsai trees, are an excellent choice for fairy gardens.
Dont Overdo It
As with most creative and design projects, less is more, says Calvo.
