As we've seen before, the wall columns make a perfect place for the mailbox, and in this case, some hanging lanterns. The clay pots on top of the columns I've seen before and liked, but I think it's been done, and they don't really serve a purpose here. For me, the combination of fence and wall is what's really keeping me interested!
The planting area in front of the wall/fence really helps to soften this combination. Those Lavatera will get quite big, but the foliage is wonderful here, and they can be kept under control by pruning 3 or 4 times a year. The plant selection is nothing surprising, all fairly common plants that function almost on auto pilot, but do act as a nice foil for the many hard materials in this small front yard.
I think this garden does a wonderful job of mixing the whimsy of the sort of cottage garden plantings with a feeling of weight and permanence provided by the rock wall, the front gate, and the front door.
The planters on either side of the front door add some humor and fun, as does the patterned driveway, and the wooden fence behind the wall.
All together, it sort of makes me want to get an invitation to tea here. I wouldn't be surprised to have a very entertaining afternoon behind these walls!
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