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How to Decide on a Great Backyard Landscaping IdeaBackyard Landscaping Idea #1: Planting Trees Although this might sound rather obvious and perhaps even boring, especially to the professional landscaper who has surely gone far beyond the act of planting trees in their day; planting trees can be much more complex and intriguing than it sounds. For instance, what about planting your trees in a fun or decorative way? For example, you could plant trees along the edge of your swimming pool if you have one, just make sure that they are trees that are proper for this; for example you do not want to use deciduous trees for something like this because then you will have leaves all throughout the pool. Backyard Landscaping Idea #2: Layer Your Flower Beds When Planting Another good idea is to layer your flower beds, for example layer your planting beds in three rows: a back row, with the tallest plants; a middle row with the next tallest; and a front row that is then obviously composed of the shortest plants. This does not only help to increase space, but also creates a beautiful picture of flow and balance. Remember to use repetition, both in the planting bed and elsewhere in your yard, in order to provide unity. Backyard Landscaping Idea #3: Install Water Features This is the most popular and yet surprisingly enough most unknown landscaping idea. All good landscape designs are anchored by focal points, and one of the hottest trends is to use water features as your focal points; this is because they are not only visually appealing but emit soothing sounds as well. However one of the most important things to remember is to use pre-formed rigid plastic liners, durable pumps, flexible tubing, and you don't have to spend a lot of money on the fountain itself either. Regardless of what elements you choose to put into your landscaping design, remember that the most important thing to remember is to have fun with it, and to not worry so much about what is in style but rather adhere more to your own personal style and taste. |
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