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Use and Abuse of Garden Statues

By: Drew Hawkins

Like any decor, inside or out, outdoor garden statues can add or detract from the ambiance of your landscape. They can add charm and color to your property or they can make it look gaudy and silly. It all depends on what type and style of statue you choose to go with the existing landscape design and/or other decorative embellishments you also have to mix with. Garden statues are one of those decorations that need careful attention, or you will cause more harm than good. I have included below some tips on how to use garden statues tastefully in enhancing your property.

A favorite to many in bringing a wonderful charm to most landscapes are medieval figures. They create a feeling of mystery without being too strange or gothic. In those unspoken neighborhood competitions where perhaps your neighbor has added a statue of a Greek athlete with certain body parts exposed and some missing, this may be a chance to out class them with something even more tasteful and beautiful.

Garden Statues in your yard are most effectively used when they focus one's attention to a certain area or feature of your yard or garden. It is important not to impulsively buy a statue you like when you see it, but to plan ahead by examining your landscape to see what area you want to enhance and draw attention to. Then look for a statue that will most appropriately do that. It's important that some statues, although quite breathtaking on their own, could actually distract from the look of the area you want to draw attention. It can also clash, based on what it is. For example, if you want to showcase a pond you wouldn't want a large statue of the Abominable Snowman that would cause one to not notice the pond at all. A better approach could be an animal standing by or even getting a drink, something that would enhance, rather than detract from the pond.

Painted statues can be problematic if exposed to too much weather. An enclosed area may be the best spot for such a statue. Natural stone and concrete usually hold up okay against Mother Nature's storms, but only expose the painted ones to such weather if you are after a weathered splotchy look. Otherwise it is best to protect it somehow from the harsher seasons.

It is important to be aware that, in general, if the statue is cheap it will make your landscape look cheap. Inexpensive and cheap materials, such as plastic, just don't do a finely decorated yard justice. Look for a statue that is made of sturdy, solid, quality material. Some nice composite resins work well, as do metals and natural stone.

Many well designed gardens incorporate items such as concrete flower pots, urns or even natural rocks with art engraved in them in conjunction with their garden statues. I've even seen natural rocks made functional work well, such as flagpole bases, drinking fountains and water taps. It is important to remember that all these items may need protection from harsh freezing climates. There are a variety of sealers that can protect natural and concrete surfaces from challenging weather.

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Drew Hawkins is a trusted expert in landscape and garden accessories. He has created hundreds of garden memorial stones for individuals and organizations. www.naturalrockdesigns.com/garden-memorial-stones

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