Have you recently moved to a new home? Could the yard use a much-needed makeover? If so, you may be busy unpacking and arranging everything in your new home, leaving you with little time and energy to give your new garden the care it needs.
Locals will advise you to turn to experts skilled in the landscaping Berwick residents admire and prefer. In most cases, a good clean-up combined with a few unique landscaping features will be all needed to give your yard and garden a new look.
Small Additions Create an Effective Makeover
Quality landscaping is one of the most effective ways to transform the way your new yard looks. Enlisting a team of landscaping experts will make it considerably easier to get your space clean and looking appealing and functional. Here’s a list of the most common options many Australians rely on to get the processes started.
1. Add Walkways
One of the simplest ways to break up a plain yard or bushy garden is to add a few strategically placed walkways. Accentuate the natural feel of your garden by asking your landscaper to use hardwood sleepers or crazy slate to create stepping stones or garden paths. Add an extra flair to your walkways by including native plants and solar lights.
2. Include Garden Steps
Not all properties are evened out. In fact, many homes have slopes and hills, which will take a considerable amount of time and effort to smooth out. Avoid this hassle by joining the hills, slopes, and uneven areas with a few stone steps.
These can be designed in all shapes and sizes to accommodate your property. Your landscaper will recommend a few eco-friendly and natural materials to create the perfect aesthetic.
3. Redo Your Garden
If your garden already has plants and flowers, or looks a little worse for wear, it’s a good idea to speak to your landscaper about assessing the existing greenery. You may want to fill empty spaces with native plants because these require little maintenance. Native plants also improve soil health and prevent soil erosion.
You’ll then also be less likely to have patches and empty sections in your shady areas. Since native plants come in all colours, you’ll easily be able to add a touch of brightness to your garden. Ask your landscaper to combine your native plants with pebbles and toppings to create stylish and naturally looking garden beds. Remember to include native plants in pots or containers along your walkways, stairs, and patio areas.
4. Add Some Garden Art
If you’re looking for a focal point to add extra outdoor style, you may want to invest in the etched hardwood posts that are elegantly scattered around many Berwick homes. Not only will this type of garden art accentuate your garden, but it is also an excellent way to fill bare spaces. Adding statues, garden benches, or swings is are excellent feature to combine with your garden art.
5. Invest in a Water Feature
If your front yard has a big open space, it may be a good idea to consider adding a water feature. This can be in the form of a water feature such as a fountain, pond, bird bath, or creek. Since these can be created in a range of different sizes, using various materials, you’ll easily be able to find the perfect option for your space.
Water features can be ordered in pre-purchased kits, or you can ask your landscaper for a custom-made alternative, designed to fit your specific space. Not only does falling water reduce noise pollution, but it can also be very relaxing if you’re looking for some tranquility in your space.
6. Cover Patchy Grass with Artificial Lawn
It’s every homeowner’s dream to have year year-round, luscious green lawn that’s fun for the kids to play on and looks amazing in family pics. However, achieving this effect can be costly and time-consuming. Avoid spending all your free time trying to get grass growing by asking your landscaper to add artificial grass to patchy spaces.
This ensures that you don’t have any open spaces creating an eyesore in your otherwise pristine lawn. Artificial grass is green all year round and requires little maintenance. With a range of different types of artificial grass on offer, you’ll be able to get the perfect lawn in no time.
7. Add Decking
A quick and easy way to enhance your pool or BBG area is to add timber decking or concrete flooring. This will not only add value to your property but also give your guests a comfy spot to hang out in. Combine garden furniture with umbrellas or gazebos to add more ambience.
Final Thoughts
You may want to enhance a dreary pool area or add a water feature to your garden space. Alternatively, you could be looking at using exquisite stone stairs to link your garden to your backyard. Either way, the most effective way to make a huge difference is to let your landscaping team start with an extensive clean-up and then add a few features to make your garden and backyard uniquely yours!
