Women Shining Magazine Women Shining Spring 2018 | Page 48
2018 Spring Trends
Gardening Not Clothing
T he planting, colour and design trends
that you can expect to see this year.... top of the
list - grow your own!
Veganism is one of the fastest growing lifestyle
movements, with many people choosing a plant-
based diet. The rising food prices and a growing
appreciation of organic produce have fueled
interest in grow your own.
If you’re serious about becoming more self-
sufficient, a greenhouse can increase your
yield of beautifully fresh fruit and veggies all
year round. If space isn’t on your side, legumes
(runner beans, broad beans, French beans and
peas), squashes and pumpkins are a great
option as they make use of vertical space. Salad
leaves, herbs and tomatoes grow well in boxes
on balconies and patios and cost a fraction of
the supermarket price too.
Alfresco living - embrace the Mediterranean
lifestyle! Are you one of the many people who
love to spend as much time out of doors when
the weather permits? Then...
Outdoor entertaining and
kitchen areas will be a key
trend for Spring/Summer 2018
This type of dining is perfect for those of us who
lack space - move entertaining friends and family
outside. Be creative in designing your special
area with comfy furniture. lighting, perhaps
even a sunken fire pit, barbecue or pizza oven.
The nation is, with sales of garden furniture,
barbecues and garden accessories, expected to
grow by 3% to 4% annually up to 2021.
Japanese influence - accepting natural growth
‘Wabi-sabi’ - a balance of nature and nurture,
less hands on, so a form of less work.
Overgrown perennials, moss-covered stones,
rusty iron gates and weathered pots are
suddenly bang on-trend.
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