Monday, July 22, 2013

No Landscaping Experience? These Tips Will Help!

By Johnathan Black


Are you tired of a yard which resembles a nuclear war zone? Do you wish that the yard fairy would wave its magic wand and fix everything? That's never going to happen, but you can start with some simple changes, which will help to create the yard you've always dreamed of. Read on to learn how.

Use contrast to bring interest to your landscaping. Try to plant items that are very different from each other in color, form and texture. Look at a color wheel, select the colors that are opposite each other and then pair plantings of those colors together. This variety will give a better look to your landscape.

Create a multi-seasonal garden to get a lot from your landscaping efforts. Pick plants that can bloom in every season, depending on your area. Also, pick trees that have unique foliage or even evergreens to make your yard bright throughout the year.

Contrary to what most people believe, it isn't necessary to have a designer or landscaper do your landscape. You will probably end up paying far more than necessary, especially if you are capable of doing the labor yourself. It is a good idea to meet with a landscaping expert that can let you know what you should be expected to do and what to avoid.

Consulting with a professional up front, before beginning your project, can save you time and money, even if you plan to do the work yourself. While you probably don't need them to work on the whole project, spending money for consultation can help you avoid in making expensive mistakes. Especially if you lack knowledge in the landscaping field, this is a step you should consider.

Purchase what you need in different stages. It can be very expensive to buy everything at one time. Think about your project, and separate it into several steps. Buy what you need for one step at a time. This will keep you from going into credit debt, allow you to evaluate your project as you go, and help you make changes as necessary.

The best way to screw up a landscaping project is to not have a plan. Without a plan before hand, your landscaping project will look like a hodgepodge of mismatched plants and items. Use a simple piece of graph paper and draw out your new plan prior to buying anything for the yard.

We know that you don't have all the time in the world to change up your property. The tips in this article have been written to minimize your effort, while maximizing the results. Use these tips, as soon as possible, to really make a difference around your house and in your enjoyment of your property.




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