Most of us have a strange corner somewhere in the garden. You know, that oddly shaped space that you can't figure out just what to do with. Luckily, Kris Jenner has proposed a solution.
The socialite's modern farmhouse home features an organic, modern facade that blends seamlessly into the surrounding Hidden Hills landscape. Working with the acclaimed Waldo Fernandez and Clements Design, Kris created her dream home, including a garden to match. I spotted her clever planting in the background of a recent Instagram post, and it's a wonderful use of space.
Rather than resigning to the idea that her garden must end where the house begins, Kris has chosen to defy gravity. Green ivy plants snake up and down her stone wall, while mid-height bushes sit at the front of her windows. A stone planter of rosemary adds height element. I believe she's unlocked the secret to creating a vertical garden.
So, what works so well about Kris's small garden idea? First, I love how she has made her plants work with the exterior of her house. Kris's landscaper chose plants that would perfectly complement the gray stone wall and industrial glass windows of her home with year-round bright green leaves. The vines on stone wall draw the eye up, making the home feel taller, grander and more storied.
Recreate Kris's Look at Home
To tap into Kris's look, you need both stone accents and hearty vertical plants, like English Ivy. These are our editors' picks for mastering her vertical gardening trick.
This exclusive planter, shaped to look like a rock, is just the right size for any small plant. It's made from a blend of volcanic ash from Mt. Pinatubo in the Philippines, natural stone and resin. Plus, it's lightweight, watertight and weather resistant.
This beautiful, verdant ivy plant would be the perfect complement to a wild garden. It looks gorgeous climbing on an antique-style white house. There are enough seeds in the pack to ensure you create a beautiful display, just like Kris's.
Made from natural stone and ethically sourced from a river in the Philippines, this handcrafted stone planter is your ticket to the textured look. Fill it with succulents, fresh or dried flowers, or small plants to bring the outdoors in.
Furthermore, I love the way that Kris's vertical garden idea plays with height. The distribution of ivy and wisteria snaking up and down her wall creates greenery above her head, while similar planting in front of the house sits at around her shoulders.
Small hydrangeas on the ground add a low pop of color, while a limestone planter filled with lavender sits between the two. This variety creates a striking wild feel that instantly invites the eye in.
Kris's unique gardening style shows that awkward corners don't have to be an annoyance; if you are willing to think (and plant) outside the box, they can be a great opportunity. Instead of looking out, look up. I think Kris would approve.
