Choosing Flowers and Plants Around a New Patio

A patio can sit comfortably alongside planting, lawn and garden paths. Planning these parts together helps the garden feel connected rather than like separate areas.

Think about sun and space

Notice which parts of the garden receive sun and shade during the day. Leave enough room for people to move around the patio, and consider how large plants may grow over time.

Keep the edges practical

Raised beds, borders and pots can soften the edge of paving. Keep soil and watering away from places where it could stain or collect on the paving, and leave clear access to doors and drainage points.

Choose plants for your routine

Consider how much time you want to spend watering, pruning and replacing seasonal plants. A local garden centre can help you choose varieties suited to your garden conditions.

Plan paving and garden space together

On a recent 73 m² curved patio plan in Reading, the layout included steps by the garden doors as well as drainage and defined paving edges. Mapping these features first helps leave sensible space for lawn, borders or pots around the finished patio.

KO Building & Landscaping can discuss the hard landscaping around your garden, including patios and paths and lawn areas.