Pergola is a popular design that is used in landscape design.
The essence of the design is simple - transverse bars and repeating sections. On this frame is planted any climbing plant.
Next, consider what constitutes the creation of the pergola.
Notice, we are not talking about building pergolas, since construction is part of the entire creation process.
After all, here it is necessary to distinguish two stages: first, construction, then planting of plants.
Building
First, it should be noted the possibility of choosing the material for the structure.
At this time, they are almost not limited to your imagination, but the most optimal options are wood and metal.
In this case, the most common options are pergolas made of wood.
If you do not have any special architectural ideas and concepts, we advise you to stop on wood. This material is affordable and most convenient.
You will need:
- supporting posts - four bars;
- cross beams are also bars, but thinner;
- trellis panels and a pair of bars for the side beams.
The process of construction itself is also divided into stages:
- creating a construction plan - no more than 2.5 meters in height, something like a square with jumpers;
- installation of support - support bars dig at least half a meter and strengthened with concrete casting or another method;
- transverse support beams are installed;
- crossbars are installed, you need to do something like a sieve, but you can choose the pattern yourself;
- then you can attach the trellis panels to the structure, but at a distance from the ground to avoid rotting.
The metallic version will be simpler, but, let's say, not so natural. You need to take a certain number of metal arches that connect with metal beams. As material, you can use profiled pipes.
In addition, it should be noted store stock, which is also now actively offered. As a rule, sections for pergolas are offered in stores. You only need to install and assemble the structure.
Anyway, after you erected the structure itself, think over the floor. Especially if you want to make this space a recreational zone. Here the paving slabs or a sandstone stone are useful.
Pergola landscaping
There are a lot of options for planting a pergola.
Much depends on the chosen concept of landscape design and the style of the entire site.
In addition, pay attention to the needs of plants, which requires care.
Various hanging baskets are a good option.. You can land the bindweed there and these plants will grow along the pergola grid.
If you want to get a real tent from plants, give preference to clematis and climbing roses. They will feel great close to the pergolas.
In order to get a plant that will always grow on your pergola, take plants that winter well.:
- yellow leaf hops;
- girlish grapes.
They grow and begin to braid not only the walls, but also the roof. As a result, you get such a large-scale “cap” that looks great.
First, do not borscht with climbing plants, as they have the property to actively grow. If there are many plants, they can deform the structure.
Many overgrow the pergola and turn this space into an abundance of plants. This option actually looks harmoniously far from every garden. It is best to do so that the design, the actual frame of the pergola, is visible through the plants.
As you can see, creating a pergola is actually quite a simple matter. If you are engaged in garden architecture and want to make, for example, a gazebo, you should start with a pergola. This design will allow you to improve your own skills, and the space for a pleasant stay you will have at your disposal.
