Gardening is one important component. Borders of small flowers planted on either side of the garden walk and placement of a park bench at the end of that walk make the garden a pleasant place to sit and enjoy nature. Plant something special, like a butterfly garden, using those flowers most attractive to the pretty insects.
If you decide to plant trees along the fence, make sure they will not send autumn leaves into the well kept yard of your neighbor. Apple trees and lilacs can all be attractively used in the same yard. Do not choose a spreading chestnut tree for a small back yard. Container plants are attractive in limited space.
You can learn landscaping as an apprentice to someone experienced. You can also take academic courses that pertain to the topic of horticulture. Although your degree is not required, it will instill confidence in those who hire you to landscape their property. You should have some artistic flair for the job too.
A thick, lush expanse of grass, with random trees here and there and richly colored flowers to finish the look is the work of a dedicated landscaper. He or she may suggest a gazebo or a lattice arch to be placed over the garden walk. A beautiful retaining wall can hold the soil of a bed of roses in place.
There are many facets of landscape design. The professional must know plants. For example, which ones will thrive in full sunshine and which prefer shade for a portion of the day. He or she will know what type of grass can survive well around a swing set that is used every day. He or she will be familiar with the varieties of trees, how fast they grow and how large they may be in ten years. This is crucial knowledge that will enable him or her to avoid planting one too close to the house. Functionality, as well as aesthetics, plays an important role in creating an effective landscape design for any size yard.
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