If you need to refresh your yard, these four easy ways to improve your landscaping design could be just what you need. They are guaranteed to make your yard look better this spring
Plant Just One Tree
You don’t need to do a full landscaping project to improve your yard. Just planting one tree can make a big difference. You might want to plant a tree that will turn into a large shade tree to provide a cool place to hang out during the summer. You also might consider adding a fruit tree for both beauty and functionality.
Add a Colorful Punch With Mulch
If you have a yard with mature trees, you'll want to place a relatively small amount of mulch on the lawn. It will provide an attractive look to the landscaping design, and it will help keep the roots healthier. The most common colors are red and brown, but if you could use something more unique, go for it!
Add Some Edging
If your yard is small and you're a rookie gardener, you may want to add color-coordinated edging. You could even consider adding a border around the entire yard. However, it's best if you avoid this design. Even if it's just one foot or so wide, it can look bad very quickly. Besides the fact that the idea of adding a 'border' is silly in this day and age, it could create problems with roots and soil.
Create a Focal Point That's All About You
If you're a big fish in a little pond, you might want to make something that's all about you, even if it's just the size of a birdbath. If you have the money, this is for sure something that can be done. In any case, creating a focal point isn't hard to do or expensive. It's also something that can be done for free. The question is, how do you make it look good?
If you're willing to do these four things, your landscaping design will be guaranteed to look better. If there's one thing that's important to remember, a 'design' is not something that can be created with a few plants. For your yard to look the way you want, it needs to be carefully thought out, and this takes time.
