This large yard -- large by Southern California standards -- has many garden hideaways, including this children's secret garden, where the owners' grandchildren come to play. It's surrounded by trees and shrubs, and includes whimsical garden ornaments and vintage, small-scale garden furniture like this settee. There's also a rocking chair and a kid-sized outdoor garden dining set for tea parties.
When designing a secret garden space for children, find an area that offers them a bit of privacy, for imaginative play. Good spots for a secret garden
- Near or under a tree
- Under a small gazebo or near an arbor
- Surrounded by hedge "walls"
