Large Garden Statues Require Careful Consideration

Wood Nymph Garden Statue on Tall Octagonal Pedestal
Anyone considering the purchase of a large garden statue is going to think long and hard before they make their purchase.  If it is really large, it won’t fit the United Parcel Service guidelines and will have to be shipped by common carrier.  That added to the initial cost of such a large purchase means you will definitely do your homework before placing your order.  It goes without saying that you need to purchase through a reliable dealer with a solid guarantee.  They should also be able to lead you through the different materials today’s statues are made from and what you can expect from each of them.  Use and care instructions should also be included with your purchase.  Look at it this way, any reputable dealer selling large garden statues knows the typical concerns of their customers.  If they can’t provide proper support, find someone else.

Large statues are by nature, their own focal point and have to be treated that way.  Giving careful consideration to their use and placement maximizes their effectiveness.  Adding them to an area that is too small or crowded with other distractions only dilutes their impact.  That is why you need a garden plan to showcase your centerpiece.

When planning the display area for your new statue, include spot lights.  Even if your statue isn’t on display after dark, well placed lights draw your eye toward it increasing it’s visual impact.  Other well placed garden lights increase safety without being a distraction.

You should also plan adequate seating near the statue.  It’s human nature to want to linger and appreciate a fine work of art.  Adding benches or other types of seating will allow your visitors to pause without obstructing traffic flow.  Benches also give parents room to rest with their children while keeping them away from your statue.  Such thoughtful touches create a welcoming atmosphere that increase returning visits.

Regarding traffic flow, well constructed garden paths do more than look great.  They keep visitors from compacting the ground in the planting area of your garden while directing them to the things you most want them to see.  After all the time, money and effort involved, it is a sad sight to see large garden statues that have been poorly displayed or even worse, forgotten.  Following these few tips will help you enjoy yours for many years to come.