A gorgeous clothesline makeover

How to create an unlikely beauty spot in the garden. - by Charlie Albone

Charlie renovates a humble clothesline. Location of a clothesline is important as is getting to it, so a new clothesline is installed in a more usable location, a path laid down and some flowers planted to enhance the looks. This weekend job proves that utility doesn’t have to mean bland, in fact it can even enhance your garden.

WATCH: Charlie's step-by-step guide to landscaping under a clothesline

Charlie's plant list

Because your clothesline is obviously in the sunniest part of your garden, ensure your plants can also thrive in the heat. Choose perfumed and colourful sun lovers that hap up the heat, such as these.

Lavender
Chrysanthemum
African daisy
Artemisia
Geranium
Marguerite daisy

Stockist details:

Large Hills rotary clothesline in Woodland Grey

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Charlie Albone

Charlie has worked internationally and in Australia for the past 17 years, designing and building gardens that are timeless, inspiring and enjoyable to spend time in. In 2015 and 2016, he was awarded two Silver gilt medals for his own gardens at the world’s most prestigious flower show The Chelsea Flower Show.

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