How to Choose Garden Furniture for a North Facing Garden

A north facing garden has its own character. It tends to be cooler, often shadier, and the sun moves across it at a different angle than in a south facing plot. Many British homes sit on north facing lots, particularly in terraces built in the last century, and the gardens can be a delight when furnished with their conditions in mind rather than against them. This guide walks through the practical decisions that shape a north facing garden: tracking the light before buying anything, choosing materials that cope with damp, leaning into lighter cushion tones, planning for cooler evenings and using lighting to warm the atmosphere. We also cover covered seating areas, reflective surfaces and shade tolerant planting that complements the furniture....