A Pergola on Deck Can Add Elegance to Your Outdoor Living Space
A pergola on deck can add a whole new dimension to your outdoor space. It can protect your furniture, plants, and other items from direct sunlight that can damage them. Before you install your pergola, make sure the deck can support it. Check the load-bearing capabilities of your deck’s wood and use proper hardware for attaching the rafters to the posts. Hanging Flower Garden A pergola is a great place to grow plants and flowers that thrive in partial shade. For example, you can hang hydrangeas, lilacs, or other flowering shrubs. You can also use hanging baskets to add texture and color to the space. Mounting lights near the top of the pergola will illuminate the plants and create a magical atmosphere after dark. You can also build planter boxes around the base of your pergola to create a garden or herb garden. These boxes can be filled with herbs, flowers, or succulents. They’re easy to install and a good do-it-yourself project for the weekend. You can even create a vertical ga...