This new garden trend suggests that we’re all keen to keep our new-found pandemic-triggered appreciation for nature as life slowly returns to normal. It celebrates natural materials such as glass, metal, stone and wood, with earthy tones from amber and caramel to olive and fawn. The trick to getting this look right is to pair clean lines with lots of organic curves, be it a large, recycled glass vase, shallow bowl or a shapely stool, for a naturally warm and inviting vibe. Edge the seating area in your garden space with a row of ornamental grasses for striking texture and movement.
Get a natural look in your outdoor space with these modern garden buys.
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Natural high At the luxe end of the market, this investment piece for your garden features 400-year-old lava stone, which mirrors the sky and has the appearance of rippling waves.
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Pot luck Choose simple but striking shapes for your garden, such as this Duck Bowl, H11cm. £32 each
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Grassed up Soften this garden look with Mexican feather grass (Stipa tenuissima). Its wispy green foliage will sway elegantly in the wind. Youu2019ll need 5-7 plants/m2.
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Amber glow Candles in tinted glass holders will emit an extra-warm glow in your garden, H10cm.
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Dream team Wood and metal combine to create these thoroughly modern garden chairs.
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Pair of squares A neutral colour makes this duo ideal for this garden look. 40cm and 30cm.
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Stone age Fill this large shallow bowl with succulents for a standout garden centrepiece.