FALL 2012

CANADAS GARDEN STYLE MAGAZINE

HILLBILLY OR CITY SLICKER? CUSTOMIZE

FALLS RUSTIC CHARM

DOUBLEDUTY DECOR INDOOR/OUTDOOR

FURNITURE & ACCESSORIES

GARDEN OBJETS CREATE STUNNING

MICRO-GARDENS INDOORS!

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BOLD FALL BOUNTY

THE BEST FALL FURNITURE, FIRE FEATURES & DECOR

9 SOLUTIONS TO STAY WARM THIS SEASON

THE BIG CHILL

The Fall Bounty

BY GABRIEL VERKADE, EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

EDITOR'S LETTER

In this issue, we shopped til we dropped, finding the best in outdoor furniture, fire features and decor items to bring you fresh ideas for your space. Look for stylish ways to bring the outdoors in through furniture and sculptural indoor terrariums. We serve up a city versus country take on achieving rustic Fall charm, and reveal simple techniques to shelter your garden from cold winds so you can enjoy you patio even longer. Last, but not least, I share my favourite five Fall feature plants that are guaranteed to add the requisite Fall pop of colour! I hope you enjoy our Fall issueI'd love to hear your feedback, thoughts and ideas on what you would like to see featured in our fall issue of GARDEN & STYLE. Enjoy the beauty of Fallhappy gardening!

With the crisp scent of Fall in the air and vibrant colours dancing all around us, grab a hot chocolate, woolly throw and cozy up with these fresh Fall design ideas.
Welcome to the second Issue of GARDEN & STYLE magazine, showcasing the best garden and style trends to transform your garden into the ultimate outdoor living and entertaining space.

gabriel@verkadedesign.com

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CANADAS GARDEN STYLE MAGAZINE

We see gardening differently at GARDEN & STYLE. Our passion for plants and the outdoors inspires our desire for the perfect outdoor living space. Good design is an integral part of real life and we are here to be your style editor to the gardening world, whether it be flora, decor or outdoor design features.
SUMMER 2012 CONTRIBUTING EDITOR & WRITER: NORA URSULESCU

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CAFE CHAIR Metalworker Xavier Pauchard not only brought the art of galvanizing steel to France, but took the process to the next level by creating the Marais A Chair (1934), the quintessential cafe chair that was both elegant and robust enough to grace the decks of the S.S. Normandie ocean liner.

Choose accessories that do double-duty and fit well with your indoor decor, so that when your lawn has turned into a bed of leaves and any trace of green has disappeared, they and you can take shelter in style.
PATTERNED RUGS The vibrant reds, deep burgundies, and earthy beige of the Senna rug from Pottery Barn define the perfect autumn palette. Featuring a hand-woven eclectic pattern, it looks stunning tucked underneath the kitchen table, or rolled out on the deck.

Why separate your indoor and outdoor decor?

INSIDE oUt

BRING IN THE BENCH

Were falling for the Jardine bench from West Elm! Crafted from wood, it has a weathered look that adds warmth and cosiness to any space. Use it outdoors to seat several or bring it into your front hallway to remove slushy boots when the fluffy stuff starts to fall.

tUrN UP tHe HEAT

Spend more starry nights outdoors as summer slips away with cozy flames and the warm glow of heat lamps.

LUXURIOUS LAMPS
Make your outdoor space more cozy with the Bella lamp from Kindle Living. Contemporary in its design, yet traditional in form, its as close as you can get to an indoor lamp. All you need is a comfortable sofa, and a good book to curl up with as the fall leaves settle around you.

BEACON OF LIGHT
The Obelisk patio heater from Cook-n-Dine is a stylish sculptural feature that wows during the day, and heats during the night. Tall, sleek, and crafted out of stainless steel, the tower will make guests glow with warmth.

GALLERY

LINEAR LIGHTING
Social gatherings arent only for the summer. Keep the party going well into the fall with this fireplace from Paloform. Sleek lines and a low height make it an ideal coffee table replacement, and the warm glow will make all gather round the fire.

SEE A RECENT VERKADE LANDSCAPE DESIGN PROJECT WITH STUNNING FIRE FEATURE

MONOTONE STRIPES
Introduced to mark the new millennium in 2000, the Hudson's Bay Company Collection millennium caribou throw takes the design of the traditional multi stripe and updates it for a neutral modern look.

GET KNIT The perfect antidote to a cold evening, this hand-knit blanket keeps you warm and cozies up sofas, chairs and beds with its fringe of long tassels and snuggable texture.

FALL TREND

camP COMFORT
Who's got the marshmallows? Get cozy around the campfire with all the comforts of camp life.

RING OF FIRE
Nothing says camping more than sitting 'round the fire. This contemporary take on the traditional fire pit is not only stunning thanks to the weathered metal surface, but also is highly functional by storing yards and yards of wood.

WOOD PRIVACY SCREEN Wood screens in a variety of patterns and finishes offer privacy and are also sturdy shields against chilly winds.

EVERGREEN HEDGE A row of Emerald cedars form a strong year-round wind barrier.

GALLERY SEE MORE OF THIS GARDEN

Wind Breakers
EASY, BREEZY GRASS HEDGES On a more natural note, grasses can do the job just as well! Plant them in a straight line, and with clean edges to create a hedge it will look great as the long blades of grass move with the breeze.

When temperatures drop, try these trusted tips to keep the brisk breeze at bay.

VIDEO LEARN MORE ABOUT STUNNING FALL GRASSES

DIY terrariUm
Playing on miniature scale creates an indoor garden objet that not only adds sculptural beauty to a lonely shelf, but also helps keep indoor air fresh.

The possibilities are endless when it comes to building your customized terrarium.

GEODESIC OBJET
An antique chandelier is the inspiration for this geometric stunner. Let the triangle glass panes showcase rare dwarf orchids or miniature ferns.

HOW TO:

to creating your own terrarium

MATERIALS Sandy soil Spanish moss Norwegian reindeer moss Polished river pebbles 'Hens & Chicks' succulents (Echeveria) Glass vessel of your choice

4 EASY STEPS

UP IN THE AIR
Suspended clear glass planters allow you to create a high-style, low-maintenance indoor garden almost anywhere. Fill these with air plants, succulents or moss to create your own small spheres of earthy influence.

BEAUTY & THE BOWL

A round, hand-blown glass orb with a wide opening allows you to grow succulents, fine ferns and velvety mosses.

INSTRUCTIONS 1. Place a layer of Spanish moss along the bottom to absorb extra moisture and keep optimum humidity levels. 2. Stack polished river pebbles in an artistic fashion, taking care to constantly turn the terrarium to find the best arrangement. 3. Create small soil pockets by using pebbles as natural barriers. Fill with fine well-draining soil. 4. Plant your favourite succulents in soil pockets and accent with brightly coloured Spanish moss.

WAGON WHEEL Lean against a drab wall or fence to add rustic charm.

COUNTRY LOOK
To bring countryside style up to city slicker standard, opt for these items with a twist.
SIDE TABLE Forget about side-tables, use reclaimed wood logs to set down you pumpkinspiced latte. Naturally fitting in any garden, they also serve double-duty as extra seating. COPPER CANDLEHOLDERS The tall, oversized Knox Lanterns from Crate &Barrel are a fantastic way to light up your backyard.

Authentic

DOUGH BOWLS These dough bowls from the Pottery Barn are authentic items that have been used by European farmers. Every scratch and dent in the weathered wood adds character and history to any outdoor space, their scooped structure making them ideal as planters to tabletop displays.

BURLAP PILLOW Get crafty and create your very own burlap cushions by simply covering your existing outdoor pillows; or better yet, check Etsy for fab-creations from crafty experts.

IRON ANTLERS Get the look of a gorgeous mount without having to go on a hunt! Restoration Hardware has recast this original created in the late 1800s by the famous taxidermist Weise & Bitterlich.

To bring countryside style up to city slicker standard, opt for these items with a twist.
PINWHEELS A little taste of the country life and style with these pretty little pinwheels they bear a resemblance to windmills found outside the city.

CITY LOOK

Countrified

INDUSTRIAL GEAR Create sculptural interest on your garden wall with a rusted, weathered patina gear.

BARN SCONCE The Vintage Barn sconce from Restoration Hardware revives an American classic rural look. Perfect for the city, the weathered zinc finish will look great among modern furniture and accessories.

SEASONAL SHOWSTOPPERS

faLLFall garden have the blahs? FEATURES Does your

These showstoppers will cure instantly by delivering a POP of colour!
DAHLIA

If you love Spring peonies, then youll appreciate the arrival of these saucer-sized blooms come Fall. Dahlias are known for their wide variety and combinations of saturated rich colours of orange, pink, purple, scarlet, yellow and white. The best part - they make stunning cut-flowers so you can appreciate these final season blooms both indoors and out! SIZE: Wide variety of sizes to suit any sunny spot in your garden.

GALLERY LEARN MORE ABOUT DAHLIAS

(Euonymus alatus compactus)

BUrnInG BUSH

(Amsonia hubrichtii)

ArkAnSAS BLUE STAr

Its delicate, willow-like foliage is topped with delightful pale blue star-shaped flowers in Spring. Adding fine light-green texture to your garden border throughout summer, it transforms to a vivid golden-yellow in fall. Its robust stems carry it through most of the winter, adding interest especially when combined mixed with grasses and other attractive seedheads. SIZE: up to 3 tall, 3 spread

Set your garden aflame with the rich, vibrant ruby red of Burning bush. This stunner provides rich green foliage through the season as it prepares to add the desired pop of red come September/October. SIZE: 4 tall, 4 spread GALLERY LOVE RED? VIEW MORE RED HOT FALL PLANTS

(Miscanthus sinensis Silberfeder)

Enjoy the dance of the silvery plumes in the autumn breeze atop these towering grasses. With hardy stalks, this large grass provides great vertical interest from late summer thru winter. Be delighted by the delicate ice display when frost forms on the feathery tips in November. SIZE: 6-7 tall, 3-4 spread

MAIDEn GrASS

(Aster tataricus)

TATArIAn ASTEr

VIDEO LEARN HOW TO CREATE A BUTTERFLY GARDEN

Tatarian aster is an impressive, stately perennial with a flowering height of 3 to 6 feet. Blooming longer than any other garden aster, this lofty perennial showcases light lavender flowers from late September thru November, providing the perfect road trip snack for migrating monarch butterflies. SIZE: 3-6 tall, 1-3 spread