R2111 Garden Planning. What is the difference between informal and formal garden design styles?

Learning Outcome for RHS level 2 R2111

Understand the characteristics of accepted garden styles

Describe the difference between formality and informality in garden design.

Introduction

If you study past papers there are often questions asking you to describe distinct differences between formality and informality in garden design.

The following table lists these differences:

Informal design does not have to be like a ‘fluffy’ cottage garden

Japanese gardens are cleverly planned to look informal

Relaxing informal modern design

Formal design Wollerton old hall garden

Formal design Wollerton old hall garden

Formal design Wollerton old hall garden

Formal design Portmeirion gardens

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