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Can proper planting transform your home? As we move towards summer, homeowners are considering how gorgeous florals, verdant evergreens, and lush grasses can upgrade the exterior of their houses. Luckily, Denise Richards is here to provide a masterclass.
The Homes & Gardens team is taking major inspiration from the Real Houswife of Beverly Hills, who shared her beautifully blooming garden idea on her Facebook page. It features gorgeous purple agapanthus (just like the ones you can grow with these seeds from Amazon) planted alongside a winding path. A small gravel walkway makes her evergreens look so bright, with pretty cypress trees against the house and bushes on the other side.
So, what makes Denise’s flower beds so stunning? I spoke with Homes & Gardens’ resident master gardener, Rachel Bull, to find out. Below you’ll find a sneak peek into Denise’s outdoor space, an edit of products to recreate a lush look at home, and all of rachels’ thoughts on the stunning planting.
Recreate Denise’s Look at Home
From the right plants to the best tools, this curation by our editors has everything you need to recreate the look.
Poppin’ Star Lily of the Nile
These Agapanthus are our master gardener’s recommendation for recreating Denise’s look. They are so beautiful and elegant.
Japanese Holly Bush
This holly bush, also known as Ilex Crenata or Japanese holly, is an easy-care evergreen that can be grown just about anywhere. It’s a hardy evergreen that can tolerate low temperatures. It is popular with birds in the winter due to berry production.
Kviter American Arborvitae Tree Seeds
The classic American Arborvitae is a perfect starting point for recreating the look of Denise’s home. Its rich green foliage and upright growth make it ideal for adding height and structure to any outdoor space.
Martha Stewart Garden Weeding Hand Tool
This stunning gardening tool is easy to use and comes in a beautiful, natural design emblazoned with the doyenne’s name. It will instantly elevate your weeding experience.
4-Piece Trowel and Cultivator Planting Set
This set is perfect for beginners, including all the tools you need to get started on gardening this spring at an affordable price point. They are fade, rust, and weather resistant.
Waxed Canvas Garden Tool Bag
Carry your garden tools with ease using this stylish and simple to carry bag. Available in two stunning colors.
Growing agapanthus is one of the most striking elements of Denise’s garden. Rachel explains: ‘I adore the simplistic yet quietly stylish agapanthus planting in the background here. Agapanthus are one of those plants that only really come into their own when you lean into abundance. Planted en masse, their tall, sculptural stems and rounded, airy heads create a soft rhythm through a border, catching the light and gently swaying with every breeze. I love the pretty lilac shade of this variety, which helps soften the lush green of the lawn and the surrounding evergreens.’
These lovely flowers have a gorgeous impact anywhere they are planted. Rachel states: ‘There’s a clarity to them too – the lilac, blue and pastel shades feel cooling on the hottest days, bringing a sense of calm. And because they flower so generously at once, the effect is both uplifting and quietly dramatic.’
The right plants can completely elevate your outdoor space. Following the guidance of gardens that are already beautiful is the perfect place to start.
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