Garden Trends for 2022

No matter what size your garden, you want it to look as good as the inside of your home. So with Spring around the corner, we explore garden trends 2022. Discover what hard and soft landscaping ideas are taking off, and think about the practical items you might want for your own garden.

Pergolas

Where most gardens feature a paved patio or wooden decking, people are now looking to get that bit more ambitious with outdoor structures. A pergola is a series of arches or frameworks in the garden to surround a seating area, sometimes pairing with climbing plants to eventually create a canopy effect.

According to Google Trends data, last year there were more people in the UK searching the term ‘pergolas’ than ever before, hitting a peak in the summer. We believe this trend will continue in 2022 as people attempt to add depth and character to a garden. You aren’t just limited to wooden pergolas, however, with our dark grey metal pergola providing the ideal outdoor setting in which to enjoy the sunshine. Alternatively, look to semi-permanent features with a modern twist in our range of shade sails.

Fire Pits

We all know that while summer can sometimes deliver scorching heat, it doesn’t always last. Fire pits are a great way to keep you, your family and any guests warm when the sun goes down, offering a rustic charm that will make you feel closer to nature.

Much like the pergolas, fire pits hit an all-time high in terms of searches according to Google Trends, with April 2021 hitting a peak. Where you have space for a fire pit, they’re an excellent addition to extend the amount of time you can spend in the garden during the day and into the evening.

Growing Your Own

No doubt due to the extra time spent at home, growing a few of our own extra vegetables has become more popular. Those with enough land can easily plant and harvest, but what if space limits you and you don’t have quality soil to grow in? 

The answer is planters. Coming in a range of sizes and materials, planters are ideal for those who want to start growing their own vegetables in 2022. From hearty potatoes grown in deep planters to smaller planters for growing herbs, everyone can add a little more home-grown produce into their cooking this year.

More Planting Biodiversity

Adding pops of colour into a garden has never gone out of fashion. In fact, it’s one of the key drivers for those green-fingered garden owners. But a new trend is emerging that surrounds increasing biodiversity in gardens to encourage more wildlife activity - with the added bonus of adding colour.

While some people are being encouraged to ‘rewild’ their gardens by letting the grass grow longer and introducing meadow plants, there are alternatives for those who still like a little order. You can create fantastic wild planters that remain separate from your lawn, while still allowing you to help encourage biodiversity in your garden.

Paving Trends For 2022

Finally, let’s take a look at some key garden trends in paving we expect in 2022.

More Texture

Adding stone to your garden doesn’t have to mean flat, lifeless paving. Textured stone is the way to go, with reclaimed Yorkstone or slate paving offering both a stunning look and the practicality of a less slippery surface when it gets wet.

Mixed Usage

Don’t forget, you aren’t limited to one stone style when it comes to paving. Try gravel for your pathways and sandstone for patios or pergola areas.

Colour And Shape

It’s no surprise that grey is one of the most sought-after colours for paving; slate and granite are great for giving your garden an aura of cool sophistication. As for shapes, UK homeowners are finding the design capabilities of plank-shaped paving, bringing clean lines either in tessellated formations or seemingly randomised to catch the eye.

Are you looking to get your garden in shape this year? Whether it’s a total overhaul or smaller modifications, shop our range for paving, decking, pergolas, planters and more.

Post updated: June 2024