Fall into a backyard makeover…
November 18, 2008
Your everyday backyard can have a higher appeal for future summer “staycations” with these simple ideas.
- Use grass as your framework - a healthy, even lawn is a great backdrop to add other types of planting. Make sure to have drainage and irrigation in place to ensure proper water maintenance.
- When planting a bed, start in the back first and strive for a natural arrangement. Not all plants have to line up directly with each other.
- Keep maintenance in mine, you do not want all your “free time” or weekends to be spent working in the yard. Mix in low-maintenance shrubs and plants with annuals and perrenials.
- Make sure to always start all projects whether indoor or outdoor with a plan. Don’t try to do it all at one time. Stagger plantings throughout the year. This approach helps make your project to appear more natural and lived-in.
**Source: Charlotte Home and Garden Magazine - Fall 2007 **
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