If you want your yard to be the envy of all your friends, then it is time that you get started on planting a gorgeous garden. A beautiful garden can transform any home into a cosy oasis. You don’t have to be green-thumbed or spend hours clipping away at plants to make this happen. All it takes are some simple tips and tricks that will help you have an amazing-looking yard without the work!
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Plant A Variety of Flowers
Plant flowers that have a wide variety of colours and textures. Plant flowers with different shapes, too – round ones, straight ones, small ones, and big ones. Don’t forget to vary the heights as well; some plants are short while others grow tall enough to touch your shoulder!
For instance, purple petunias can work in any garden bed because they bloom from spring through fall shedding purple colour wherever they go. When planting these be sure to dig them up by the root ball instead of just cutting off the stems at ground level which will leave behind plenty more seeds for next year’s blooms!
Nasturtiums are another great choice for adding texture and height into flower beds due to their unique leaves that are sometimes lobed and also deeply toothed. The flowers are very colourful as well with a range of yellows, oranges, reds, and pinks.
Add Drought Resistant Plants
Asters, black-eyed Susan, and bleeding heart vines can handle the heat well with their succulent leaves. Aloe vera is also a great option because they don’t require a lot of watering. You only want to water your plant roughly every three weeks. These plants will also attract pollinators like butterflies so you’ll have a healthier garden this summer!
Rubber trees (Ficus elastica) are also great for heat and drought resistance. They have thick waxy leaves that help them keep moisture in the soil. They’re not native to all areas, but they can make a beautiful addition to your garden if you live in an area with warmer weather.*
Create An Outdoor Living Space
A fire pit can make your outdoor living space feel cozy and inviting. Choose a dry stone or gas fireplace to keep the temperature comfortable and enjoy with friends on cool evenings. For additional warmth, place blankets or throws around your furniture instead of heavy drapes.
Include heating lamps, patio heaters, and a canopy overhead to create the perfect outdoor space all year long.
Give Your Garden A Focal Point
Gardens by definition are a space to enjoy and relax. However, it can be hard for the plants to stand out in such an open area, especially if there is no focal point. A focal point can come in many forms – even as simple as a bench or fountain – but they all provide that something extra that makes your garden feel cosy and welcoming.
If you have a small yard, it can be challenging to incorporate any focal point. One option is planting trees or shrubs around the perimeter of your garden. This will create that enclosed feeling without taking up too much space. Another idea is adding some vertical accents like trellises and arbors which will provide height while also framing your plants beautifully!
Add Finishing Touches
Add finishing touches such as fairy lights or wind chimes around the perimeter of your garden for ambiance.
Many people don’t know that fairy lights and wind chimes can help to create the perfect ambiance for your garden. If you’re looking for a way to make your space more inviting, these are two easy steps that will go far in making your experience feel complete.
For fairy lights; you can find indoor or outdoor varieties of light strings at most stores with gardening supplies—they come in all shapes and sizes! When installed around the perimeter of your garden, they provide an attractive contrast between natural elements (i.e., plants) and manmade items (i.e., string lights). Use them as decorations during holiday times too.
If you want to make your garden more appealing and inviting, try incorporating some of these tips. You can start by selecting flowers that have a wide variety of colours and textures- this will create an aesthetically pleasing space for people to walk through or relax in. Next, consider adding drought-resistant plants such as cactus or succulents if the climate is particularly arid where you live; they won’t need much water so it’ll be easier on your budget. Finally, consider creating an outdoor living space with furniture like chairs, tables, fireplaces, etc.; this will give your home’s exterior a focal point outside while also making entertaining friends and family easy!
