There is more to gardening than the mere raising of flowers. And we can make more use of our gardens, besides just the pleasure of gathering and caring for flowers, by introducing features that will give charm even when there are no flowers in bloom.

Stone, brick, concrete, terra-cotta and wood are all suitable for the embellishment of gardens.

A garden doesn't have to be "formal" in order for accessories of a semi- architectural nature to be successfully introduced. But everything depends upon the nature and design of these pieces and whether or not they are placed so they fit harmoniously in the garden picture.

There can be no hard and fast rules concerning the use of garden accessories. Some gardens may be improved by the judicious use of a pergola, or even a piece of statuary in the form of a terminal figure, but in others they would look hideous. It is all a question of environment. That's why our gardens need to be individual and not some cookie-cutter variety.

A little thought or planning for the look, feel and comfort you hope to achieve can give a more pleasant gardening experience. Let your "garden" be the talk of the neighborhood.