But if you can sacrifice some blooming space in favour of cushions, it makes a super stylish seating space - especially when ...

This timber bench takes a few hours to build and another ... This aluminum outdoor garden bench offers lattice work for climbing vines as well as seating, side tables and hooks for hanging plants.

Consider the setting for your bench. A rustic bench is a natural addition to a woodland or cottage garden. It would look good overlooking a pond, or next to a meadow sown with wildflower seeds.