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Botanical name: Justicia spicigera Common names: Mexican honeysuckle, mohintli, fireracker plant, desert honeysuckle Origin: Native to Mexico and Central and South America Where it will grow: Hardy to 15 degrees Fahrenheit, or minus 9 degrees Celsius (USDA zone 8; find your zone) Light requirement: Filtered shade is best, but can grow in full sun Water requirement: Moderately drought-tolerant once established, but looks best when watered every week in spring through fall; water twice a month in winter Mature size: 3 to 4 feet tall and wide Benefits and tolerances: Moderately drought tolerant; attracts hummingbirds Seasonal interest: Flowers throughout the year in zones 9 and above; in Zone 8, flowers appear in spring through fall When to plant: Fall or spring
7. Tiers of color. Flowers are last but not least. There’s no denying the magic of a garden in full bloom. Perhaps it’s the fleeting nature of flowers that makes them so special. Consider layers of your garden when choosing plants. The tall hydrangeas dominate the background of this border in Indiana, while the astilbes fill the midlayer. Plant combo: ◦Endless summer hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Bailmer’, zones 4 to 9) ◦‘Visions’ astilbe (Astilbe chinensis ‘Visions’, zones 4 to 8) ◦‘Glencoe’ boxwood (Buxus ‘Glencoe’, zones 4 to 9) Light requirement: Partial shade to full shade Water requirement: Regular water during dry months
5. Cool tones. Colors in the green, blue and purple spectrum are considered cool colors. Cool colors evoke a sense of calm and freshness. They help us feel relaxed and peaceful. Note how the purple of the Japanese painted fern picks up on the dark stems of the maiden fern, and the tiny bell-shaped flowers of the lily-of-the-valley dance throughout the planting. Delicate and wispy mix beautifully with bold in this enchanting New York garden. Plant combo: ◦Northern maidenhair fern (Adiantum pedatum, zones 3 to 8) ◦‘Frances Williams’ plantain lily (Hosta sieboldiana ‘Frances Williams’, zones 3 to 8) ◦Lily-of-the-valley (Convallaria majalis, zones 2 to 7) ◦Japanese painted fern (Athyrium niponicum var. pictum, zones 3 to 8) Light requirement: Partial shade to full shade Water requirement: Regular water
. Same color, different size. Here, the brick red of the rodgersia is echoed in the ‘Little Heath’ andromeda. Even the leaf shapes are similar. The striking contrast in foliage size makes this pairing in a Pacific Northwest garden successful. Plant combo: ◦‘Rotlaub’ rodgersia (Rodgersia podophylla ‘Rotlaub’, zones 4 to 9) ◦‘Little Heath’ Japanese andromeda (Pieris japonica ‘Little Heath’, zones 5 to 9) Light requirement: Partial sun to shade Water requirement: Medium; occasional water during dry months
Botanical name: Solidago flexicaulis Common name: Zigzag goldenrod Origin: Native to eastern North America Where it will grow: Hardy to minus 45 degrees Fahrenheit, or minus 43 degrees Celsius (USDA zones 2b to 8a; find your zone) Typical plant communities: Dry to moist woodlands, woodland edges, old fields and prairies Soil requirement: Dry to moist, sandy-loam to clay-loam soil Light requirement: Shade to full sun Mature size: 2 to 4 feet tall and 18 to 24 inches wide
Botanical name: Cleome serrulata Common names: Rocky Mountain beeplant, skunk weed, cleome, spider flower Origin: Native from North Dakota south to Oklahoma and west, with scattered pockets in the upper Midwest from Ohio and Michigan to Missouri and Minnesota Where it will grow: Hardy to -40 degrees Fahrenheit (USDA zones 3 to 8; find your zone) Water requirement: Medium to dry soil Light requirement: Full sun Mature size: 3 to 4 feet tall and wide Benefits and tolerances: Very drought tolerant; superb nectar source for bees and other pollinators Seasonal interest: Blooms in mid to late summer When to plant: Sow seed outdoors in late fall through midwinter or let self-sow; the plants are difficult to propagate in nursery pots.
Prairie Blue-Eyed Grass (Sisyrinchium campestre) Native from South Dakota to Wisconsin south into Louisiana and eastern Texas The common name suggests it’s a grass, but it’s related to iris. Prairie blue-eyed grass is about 6 inches tall and needs full sun and well-drained soil that doesn’t dry out. The cheery blooms flower in late spring and are a boon to early-season pollinators. In ideal soil it may slowly naturalize, but it isn’t aggressive at all.
I like this fern. Botanical name: Polystichum polyblepharum Common name: Tassel fern Origin: Japan and South Korea Where it will grow: Hardy to -20 degrees Fahrenheit (USDA zones 5 to 8; find your zone) Water requirement: Consistently moist soil is best for optimal growth. Light requirement: Partial to full shade Mature size: 1½ to 2 feet tall and wide Benefits and tolerances: Deer and rabbit resistant; affected by few insects and diseases; grows well in heavy shade and wet soil where plant choices are limited
9. Bergenia Large paddle- or oval-shaped leathery leaves make versatile bergenia an ideal ground cover for cold-climate gardens with a subtropical theme, while its flowers, in shades of pink or white, are perfect for cottage gardens and perennial borders. The leaves of some varieties have a reddish-brown tinge during the winter. This plant loves a partially shady position, with moist, well-drained soil, but can tolerate sun if the roots are cool. It forms large clumps that can be broken up to form new plants. Popular cultivars include ‘Red Beauty’, ‘Bressingham Ruby’ and ‘Bressingham White’.
8. Creeping Thyme (Thymus praecox) This low-growing form of the common herb can spread over large areas. It is used as a ground cover or a substitute lawn in many gardens. Its leaves are tiny and aromatic, and its flowers are normally purple, mauve or white in summer. The plant is frost hardy, preferring moist, well-drained soil and a sunny position. There are many varieties of creeping thyme with different-colored leaves and width of spread, so choose one that suits the space you have available.
7. Lamb’s Ear (Stachys byzantina) Grown for its carpet of fuzzy silver foliage, lamb’s ear is used extensively in gardens from cottage to contemporary. In spring and summer, it produces pretty pink or purple flowers, though some cultivars, such as ‘Silver Carpet’, are nonflowering. Lamb’s ear copes well with poor soil as long as it is well drained, and loves the sun, although it will tolerate shade. Divide plants every two to four years to prevent the centers of the clumps from browning.
6. Spanish Shawl (Heterocentron elegans) The hot-pink blooms of Spanish shawl make it a popular ground cover in frost-free areas. The plant forms a low, dense carpet and has an indefinite spread, sometimes spreading too vigorously in warmer gardens. Preferred conditions are well-drained soil in either full sun or partial shade. Spanish shawl is often used in rock gardens and hanging baskets.
5. Star Jasmine (Trachelospermum jasminoides) Usually grown as a climber, versatile star jasmine is now being grown as a ground cover and clipped shrub. Its popularity is due to a number of factors, including its stunning scented white flowers, attractive dark green foliage that looks good all year and ability to tolerate sun, shade and some frost. Planted in this garden is a variegated form of star jasmine (T. jasminoides ‘Tricolour’), which has been bred to grow only as a ground cover. It has lovely green, cream and pink leaves and grows to about 3 feet wide and 16 inches tall. The downside is that it does not produce as many (if any) flowers as does the species form of star jasmine.
Pod Garden Design & Landscape Save Email 4. Kidney Weed (Dichondra repens) This evergreen spreading perennial has shiny green heart-shaped leaves and inconspicuous green flowers, and is often used as a substitute lawn in low-traffic areas of the garden. It will grow in full sun or partial shade as long as it has plenty of moisture. When conditions are ideal, it will grow quite quickly.
2. Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon japonicus) Mondo grass is a strappy-leaved evergreen clump-forming perennial that is tolerant of sun and shade, as well as drought. Dwarf mondo grass (O. japonicus ‘Nana’) grows to about 1 foot in height and will spread slowly to cover large areas. To speed up the process, break up clumps every couple of years. Black mondo grass (O. planiscapus ‘Nigrescens’) has a similar form but prefers full sun.
1. Ajuga Also known as bugleweed, ajuga is a member of the mint family that grows well in shade. It will spread to form a dense carpet of rounded leaves in a variety of colors, including purple, bronze and green. There are also several variegated types. White, pink or blue flowers appear in spring and summer. Frost-hardy ajuga can smother other plants if conditions are ideal (moist shade), but the occasional trim will keep it under control. Well-known cultivars include ‘Catlins Giant’, ‘Burgundy Lace’, ‘Black Scallop’ and ‘Pink Elf’.
Sweet alyssum (Lobularia maritima) I never thought this would be an annual I would use in my own garden. I considered sweet alyssum rather old fashioned — the flower of Victorian-style bed designs, typically combined with red geraniums and blue lobelias. My perspective changed when I needed a quick, inexpensive filler this summer. Since this little ground cover is usually available in bedding packs, it fit the bill. I used it to loosely edge a long border, weaving drifts around larger shrubs and roses along the way. The result was a glorious, romantic froth of pure white flowers that scented the garden with the smell of honey from spring until fall. Although considered an annual, in many areas it will self-seed and reappear the following year — or even be an herbaceous perennial. Landscape by Le jardinet Le jardinet Save Email Origin: Southern Europe Where it will grow: Hardy to -20 degrees Fahrenheit (zones 5 to 9) Water requirement: Little to average Light requirement: Full sun to partial shade Mature size: 6 inches tall and 12 inches wide When to plant: Spring, after the danger of frost has passed
Cheddar Pink (Dianthus ‘Firewitch’) Lining this simple stone pathway is this unassuming evergreen perennial that packs a serious perfume punch. Cheddar pink is known primarily for its spring flowers, but I have found that many varieties reliably bloom repeatedly in autumn; Firewitch, shown here, is perhaps the most floriferous. Low, mounding cushions of finely textured gray leaves are studded with the hot-pink flowers that release a spicy, clove-like fragrance into the fall air. I use this both in the landscape and containers, where it looks especially pretty with silver and white foliage. Origin: Firewitch is a garden hybrid. Where it will grow: Hardy to -40 degrees Fahrenheit (zones 3 to 8) Water requirement: Average to little; needs well-drained soil Light requirement: Full sun Mature size: 4 inches tall and 12 inches wide When to plant: Spring or late fall
Fragrant Angel Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea ‘Fragrant Angel’) With coneflowers in shades of red, orange and yellow, as well as the better known pink and white, how do you choose? My solution is to include several, but I like to make sure at least one of them is fragrant, and I think Fragrant Angel is one of the best. I have heard its perfume described as that of baby powder and heliotrope — to me it leans more toward vanilla. Origin: While the species is native to the U.S., this is a garden hybrid. Where it will grow: Hardy to -30 degrees Fahrenheit (zones 4 to 9) Water requirement: Drought tolerant once established Light requirement: Full sun but will tolerate partial shade Mature size: 30 inches tall and 20 inches wide when blooming When to plant: Spring or fall
Sweet Autumn Clematis (Clematis terniflora) Whether you consider sweet autumn clematis a vicious thug or a vigorous vine, you can’t help but love the fragrance it brings to the late-season garden. The starry white flowers have a smell reminiscent of honey. Origin: Japan Where it will grow: Hardy to -20 degrees Fahrenheit (zones 5 to 9) Water requirement: Average Light requirement: Full sun to partial shade Mature size: 20 to 30 feet tall and wide When to plant: Spring or fall Note: This plant may be considered invasive in your area. Check with your local extension office before planting.
Katsura (Cercidiphyllum japonicum) Who can resist the smell of caramel corn or cotton candy? The scent of the katsura tree has been described as both of these. As the foliage turns yellow, the fragrance is released and can be enjoyed from a considerable distance. I was introduced to this remarkable tree when I moved to the Pacific Northwest and was working at a nursery. The scent was tormenting me as I hunted everywhere for the kettle corn stand that I was convinced must be nearby. My colleagues eventually stopped laughing and pointed out a cluster of these magnificent trees at the far end of the parking lot. Not surprisingly, I now have one in my own garden. To me it is the harbinger of fall. Origin: Japan and China Where it will grow: Hardy to -30 degrees Fahrenheit (USDA zones 4 to 9; find your zone) Water requirement: Average but needs more water in full sun Light requirement: Partial shade to full sun Mature size: 40 to 50 feet tall and 25 feet wide When to plant: Spring or late fall
Snowdrop Galanthus One of the earliest harbingers of spring, the delicate-looking snowdrop is tough enough to poke through snow in Northern gardens and to bloom through winter in the South. Snowdrop makes a graceful addition to meadows, beds and borders. If you have snowdrop blooms to spare in spring, consider digging up the flowering bulbs with soil intact to transfer to an indoor container. (The flowers likely won't last as long as they would outdoors, but you will get to enjoy them frequently.) Favorite varieties include the reliable Galanthus nivalis that spreads slowly and the bigger-flowered 'Sam Arnott' with heart-shaped green markings. USDA zones: 3 to 9 Sun requirement: Full sun to full shade, depending on variety Height: 5 to 12 inches Bloom time: February and March Planting tips: Bulbs are fragile, so plant as soon as possible.
Crown Imperial Fritillaria imperallis The showiest member of the fritillaria family, the crown imperial is an exotic-looking plant that produces clusters of pendulous 4-inch orange, yellow or red blooms beneath a spiky crown of green leaves. Plant in groupings and conceal dying foliage with leafy companion plants, such as ornamental grasses, ferns and hostas. Deer-resistant, the crown imperial's leaves emit a skunklike odor when crushed. USDA zones: 3 to 8 Sun requirement: Full to partial shade Height: 2 to 4 feet Bloom time: April and May Planting tips: Plant quickly to prevent drying out. Tip the bulb or place on its side to keep water from pooling in the top indent.
Ornamental Onions Allium Simultaneously playful and architectural, these oval, spherical, or globular flower shapes are a versatile addition to any garden. Plus, they're deer resistant and drought tolerant, and they come in great colors. Sizes vary greatly by variety, and bloom times range from spring to summer to fall. There are many notable favorite ornamental onions, including 'Globemaster' (pictured here) with its huge purple spheres on 3- to 4-foot stems. Mix it with other early summer plantings in shades of pink and purple, such as roses, peonies, iris, dianthus and cranesbill geranium. Another favorite is the yellow allium (allium flavum), a midsummer bloomer that grows up to 2 feet high and offers clusters of yellow, pink or white florets. USDA zones: 5 to 10 (find your zone) Sun requirement: Full to partial shade Height: 1 to 4 feet Bloom time: Spring, summer or fall Planting tips: Plant a little deeper than other bulbs, about three times the dimension of the bulb.
Great for shady locations. Botanical name: Athyrium niponicum var. pictum Common name: Japanese painted fern Origin: Eastern Asia Where will it grow: Hardy to -40 degrees Fahrenheit (USDA zones 3 to 8; find your zone) Water requirement: Consistent moisture is best for optimum growth Light requirement: Partial to full shade; can tolerate more sun in moist soil Mature size: 1½ feet tall and 2½ feet wide Benefits and tolerances: This fern is deer and rabbit resistant, which is becoming more important in certain areas; it has few if any insect or disease problems; it tolerates heavy shade, partial sun if kept consistently moist, and wet feet
There are also selections with deeply lobed leaves. Some of these are hybrids with a species from the Pacific Northwest, Tiarella trifoliata. Tiarella ‘Iron Butterfly’ is shown here.
Tiarella cordifolia ‘Running Tapestry’ lining a path with Heuchera ‘Montrose Ruby’
I love the look of all of these ferns in the shade and on a hillside.
I love this Korean grass steps.....11. Go green. Steps are a necessary ingredient of a sloping garden, but you can create a very naturalistic effect by growing grass on them. These stairs are covered with Korean grass, which is tough and bright.
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Good for partial shade. Jack Frost Siberian Bugloss (Brunnera macrophylla ‘Jack Frost’) Silver-veined, heart-shaped leaves from early spring until late fall and blue forget-me-not-like flowers in April and May make Jack Frost a joy to have in any garden. Origin: The species is native to the Caucasus Mountains in Eurasia, but Jack Frost is a garden hybrid. Where it will grow: Hardy to -40 degrees Fahrenheit (USDA zones 3 to 8) Water requirement: Average to low Light requirement: Partial shade Mature size: 18 inches tall and wide Benefits and tolerances: Drought tolerant once established; makes a great cut flower; low maintenance Seasonal interest: Spring to fall When to plant: Spring or fall Planting notes: Plant it in average, well-drained soil.
Whirling Butterflies (Gaura lindheimeri) A haze of these delicate flowers is a summer delight from late May to October; they’re reminiscent of white whirling butterflies. My personal favorite is the species shown here, but there are many varieties to choose from, including ones with burgundy leaves and pink flowers. I run a ribbon of these through the middle of the border, and they always perform well, providing the winter is not excessively wet. Origin: Louisiana to the desert Southwest and south into tropical Mexico Where it will grow: Hardy to -20 degrees Fahrenheit (USDA zones 5 to 9) Water requirement: Low Light requirement: Full sun Mature size: 3 feet tall and wide Benefits and tolerances: Drought tolerant; long bloom time; low maintenance Seasonal interest: Summer to fall, plant in spring
Deer seem to ignore all irises. I selected the Siberian species here simply because the foliage is softer and more grass-like than that of bearded iris, and I have found it to be easier to care for — or rather to forgive my neglect more readily. Origin: Asia and Europe Where it will grow: Hardy to -30 degrees Fahrenheit (USDA zones 4 to 7) Water requirement: Average to moisture-retentive soil Light requirement: Full sun or partial shade Mature size: 3 feet tall and wide Benefits and tolerances: Makes a great cut flower Seasonal interest: Spring to fall When to plant: Spring or fall Planting notes: Siberian iris needs dividing every three to four years.
If Lucifer won’t work with your color scheme, there are several other kinds of Crocosmia to choose from with flowers and foliage in varying shades. Origin: The species is native to South Africa, but Lucifer is a garden hybrid Where it will grow: Hardy to -20 degrees Fahrenheit (zones 5 to 9) Water requirement: Low Light requirement: Full sun Mature size: 3 feet tall and wide Benefits and tolerances: Attracts hummingbirds; makes a great cut flower; drought tolerant Seasonal interest: Summer to fall When to plant: Spring Planting notes: Plant it in well-drained soil; you may need to protect it from rabbits until it reaches around 1 foot tall.
Love...Hidcote Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia ‘Hidcote’) Lavender is a woody perennial, meaning that the twiggy structure remains aboveground over the winter. There are many varieties to choose from, with leaves in shades of gray, green, silver and even some variegated forms. The flowers come in shades of blue, purple, white or pink. If lavender isn’t hardy in your area, try one of these blue-flowering perennials that the deer also seem to ignore: Sages (Salvia spp), Russian sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) and catmint (Nepeta spp). Origin: The species is native to the Mediterranean, but Hidcote was hybridized at Hidcote Manor in England. Where it will grow: Hardy to -20 degrees Fahrenheit (USDA zones 5 to 9) Water requirement: Low Light requirement: Full sun Mature size: 2 feet tall and wide Benefits and tolerances: Makes great cut flowers and dries well; fragrant; attracts bees and butterflies Seasonal interest: Year-round When to plant: Spring Planting notes: Plant it in well-drained soil and do not mulch near the crown.
Love...Paprika Yarrow (Achillea millefolium ‘Paprika’) Paprika opens with spicy-hot color, as shown here, then fades to shades of terra-cotta. The color lasts for many weeks, and if you take the time to deadhead the old flowers, it will continue to bloom from June to October. Yarrow is inexpensive, which makes it a great choice for massing in the border. Origin: The species is native to Europe, but Paprika is a garden hybrid Where it will grow: Hardy to -40 degrees Fahrenheit (USDA zones 3 to 8; find your zone) Water requirement: Low Light requirement: Full sun Mature size: 12 to 18 inches tall and 2 feet wide Benefits and tolerances: Tolerates drought and poor soil; low maintenance; attracts butterflies and bees Seasonal interest: Summer When to plant: Spring Planting notes: Needs well-drained soil
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This is gPlanting notes. Small and mature plants cannot be moved or divided because of the plant’s large taproot. Collect seeds from the pods just as the pods begin to open. Store them in a cool, dry place, then cold stratify them for 60 days in the fridge in damp sand prior to sowing them in flats or outdoors the following spring. This is a commonly cultivated plant and is available at most native-plant nurseries in its natural range. Unlike most other milkweeds (Asclepias spp) the leaves of A. tuberosa do not produce a milky sap.ood to know when you want this plant.
Water requirement: Medium to dry, well-drained soil; sand to loam Light requirement: Full sun Mature size: 1 foot to 2 feet tall and 2 to 2½ feet wide Benefits and tolerances: Requires well-drained soil free of compaction or clay Seasonal interest: Vibrant bright orange flowers in late spring; seedpods are held erect when developing When to plant: Spring or fall
I love these. I like the orange the best. Botanical name: Asclepias tuberosa Common name: Butterfly milkweed Origin: Native to most of North America except for the Canadian Atlantic provinces and northwestern states and provinces Where it will grow: Hardy to -40 degrees Fahrenheit (USDA zones 3a to 10b; find your zone) Typical plant communities: Oak savannas, prairies and woodland edges
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Planting notes. Prairie phlox can be difficult to grow from seed. The light brown seed capsules split open and eject the seeds, making collection difficult. It is easier to transplant any seedlings in early spring or fall to a desired location or purchase small container-grown plants from a local native plant nursery.
Distinguishing traits. Prairie phlox has fine white hairs on its long, linear leaves. The linear foliage is finely textured and has an airy appearance. The flowers are clustered on the flower head and provide a colorful, bright display. How to use it. Mature plants have a bushy, mounding form and can be spectacular when massed. Use them along the edge of a planting, such as at the front of a retaining wall, patio or sidewalk. Another good use is on a public boulevard; the short stature complies with most height requirements in municipal ordinances. Combine it with larger-leaved perennials to create a pleasing contrast in foliage textures.
Botanical name: Phlox pilosa Common names: Prairie phlox, downy phlox Origin: Native to eastern North America from Saskatchewan south to Texas and eastward to Ohio, New York and Connecticut in the north and Florida in the south Where it will grow: Hardy to -45 degrees Fahrenheit (USDA zones 2b to 9a; find your zone) Typical plant communities: Prairies, rocky openings, savannas and woodland edges Water requirement: Medium, well-drained soil; sandy loam to loamy clay Light requirement: Full sun to partial sun Mature size: 6 to 24 inches tall and 8 to 18 inches wide Benefits and tolerances: Tolerates most soil types Seasonal interest: Prairie phlox flowers in the spring between April and mid-June; its flower color can range from a light pink (almost white) to dark pink; the flowers have a mild, sweet fragrance When to plant: Spring or fall
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Noelle Johnson Landscape Consulting Save to Ideabook Email Photo Planting notes. Yellow bells needs well-drained soil. Dig the hole three times as wide and the same depth as the rootball, which will allow the plant to establish more quickly. Planting this yellow beauty in areas with full sun is best, but it will grow in filtered shade, although the flowering will be reduced. For best results, apply a slow-release or organic fertilizer in the spring. Do not fertilize in the fall, which can stimulate frost-tender growth.
Beautiful. In addition to the two main varieties, there are newer varieties of yellow bells available, some with different-colored flowers. Here are just a few: ◦Tecoma ‘AZ Diablo’: Reddish-orange flowers ◦Crimson Flare Esperanza: Red flowers ◦Tecoma stans ‘Gold Star’: Yellow flowers; early bloomer; smaller size ◦Solar Flare Esperanza: Orange flowers ◦Sunrise Esperanza - Copper/yellow flowers
Beautiful....Botanical names: Tecoma stans var. stans and Tecoma stans var. angustata Common names: Yellow bells, esperanza
Slate counters......hum? Pros: Nonporous, durable, fairly inexpensive Cons: Limited color range Cost: $50 to $65 per square foot Good for you if: You want a natural, earthy countertop
Zinc counter tops Pros: Nonporous and antibacterial. Its softness means it can be easily fabricated, even with integrated sinks. Cons: Easily scratches and can warp under a hot pot Cost: $200 to $300 per square foot Good for you if: You want a metal countertop with a rich patina
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I like the look of exposed pipes if t is copper or metal. Pipe. Pipe is a wonderful material with which to get creative. In fact, when I was training as a heating engineer, we would create small sculptures from copper pipe to demonstrate our skill. The most common raw finishes are steel and copper, though any finish can be achieved through painting, plating or polishing. There’s a huge variety of fittings and fixings, as well as threading and bending techniques. Uses include water and gas, obviously, but pipe can also be used as cable trunking to form some interesting lighting features. Any design that makes functional use of the pipe (as opposed to purely decorative) should be approved and installed by a qualified engineer who can certify that the work complies with regulations.
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