Designing a new garden is one of the most pleasurable activities a homeowner can undertake. Whether you have an existing garden to landscape, or you are working with a brand new space, there is a lot that you can do to make the garden space your own. You might decide on a formal garden with clearly defined paths and sections, or a more open space where children and pets can run around freely. When you first start planning your new garden, it can seem almost overwhelming, However, mapping out your plans carefully means you will be able to decide which landscaping products you need to buy and how you can use them within your chosen design. Here are four landscaping products that you could consider including in your design.
Plants
Plants are an obvious inclusion in any garden, but they will be one of the last things on your list to buy. You will want at least a general idea of the size and colour of each type of plant that you include, as well as an understanding of when it flowers. A well-landscaped garden will have at least some colour all through the year. Understanding the size of each plant ensures that nothing smaller will get hidden behind the taller plants. In addition, doing so means everything that is planted will be seen.
Decorative bark or sawdust
Weeds can be a problem in even the best-kept gardens. If you don't have the time to pull up weeds every day, chippings, sawdust or bark could be one of the best landscaping products for your garden. Covering the bare earth will assist with weed suppression. It will also help keep the roots of your plants moist so that your gardening will use less water.
Decorative pavers
Every garden needs a path unless you want to track mud into your home when you get inside. Fitting decorative pavers to create a path, or even a paved space outside your home can enhance its outside appeal and create a striking visual contrast with other areas of the garden.
Decking
For some homes, a paved area is the best solution, but for many others, decking is far better. Decking materials are some of the most widely employed landscaping products. Decking allows homeowners to increase the size of their property by creating an outside space that has all the comforts of the inside. When you install decking, you can sit in a comfortable chair, entertain guests and even eat a meal, just as if you were inside your home.
Contact a company that provides landscaping products for more information.
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