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Visible to the street, this attractive formal garden
complements the era of the house. Classic rose beds
edged with water-wise spekboom are relatively low
maintenance, while the crunch of the gravel paths alerts the
owner to anyone approaching. Pulling the design together is
a decorative container in the centre.4
For a more contemporary approach, use large rectangular
pavers set in a straight line to direct visitors to the front
door. Wide enough for two people to walk side by side, these
are softened by groundcovers extending from beds bordering
the house. Design by Cara Smith of Contours Design Studio.5
Clipped evergreens look good all year creating a lush
border edging the gravel path to the front door. 3
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