Use of the Pergola
Pergolas are a form of gazebo generally placed in a garden-setting. You can set up a pergola away from the home or it can be attached to your home. The pergola can provide some light diffusion in the way of shade; and makes everything seem all the more roomy since you are able to observe the sky above.
In order to construct a pergola garden you will need to initially place emphasis on the Pergola itself.
The pergola is not complicated in the least bit as far as design goes. Essentially all a pergola amounts to is some hardwood, cement and nails for construction. The pergola design is comprised of columns which provide support for it. The columns are placed in the ground and the cement keeps them in place. The open design aspect of the top of the pergola is generally a cross hatch design or can be made up of beams. Lastly, if constructing the pergola on your own you will want to stain the structure to help preserve the timber. Once you add plants and flora to the pergola everything will tie together nicely.
The flooring area of the pergola is generally comprised of concrete or tiles, but can be timber or even gravel. With this in mind you are probably best off choosing plants in heavy containers. Such container gardens are not difficult to maintain with no digging or weeding to speak of. To facilitate moving the containers they can be placed onto wheeled frames that can be bought specially for the purpose.
You can grow trees and climbers in heavy container arrangements. This will give your pergola garden vertical interest that will enhance the height. A good choice as far as climber plants is the beautiful morning glory. The plant will easily thrive and is also pleasantly fragrant. When choosing trees for your Pergola style garden it is best to select dwarf fruit trees. This tree will thrive within a heavy container and many even bring forth fruit.
Nothing is more enchanting than fruit trees and climbers surrounding the magical pergola. There are many species of rose that will climb the pergola adding an element of charm and fragrance. You can provide the appearance of climbing rose vines on the outside of the structure and inside place heavy containers of the plant. If it becomes uncomfortably hot during summer months you might consider the addition of water misters to keep everything enjoyable and provide a cool drink for your plants.