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Backyard Summer Paradise

There are few things more pleasing than a relaxing, beautiful backyard. It is not difficult to make your dream sanctuary a reality. The layout of your fantasy is all up to you – it may be as simple or as elegant as you desire. You only need some ideas to get you started!

Your landscape is the place to start before anything else. A trimmed lawn is the key to making even the simplest backyard look attractive. Make sure the grass is cut to a suitable length and all of your dead leaves and plants are raked up. Then give your yard some appealing plant life. This could be in the form of shrubbery, flowers, or even a vegetable garden. Whatever kind of greenery you end up planting, you must now maintain it to keep it healthy and pretty. Mow the lawn regularly, prune and water your plants to keep them fresh, and use fertilizer to get the most out of them. Also, make sure that harmful insects are kept at bay. Just following these simple steps will instantly spruce up your backyard.

Once you have met these basic needs, it is easy to add details to your landscape. If you are worried about animals or trespassers entering your outdoor creation, then you may want to consider using a fence. Not only would it keep the unwanted guests out, but a beautiful fence will be aesthetically pleasing to the eye. Even a vinyl fence can be pretty, especially if it is black. Another option for helping keep your flower beds safe and attractive is putting down a rock border. These are simple and also give a balanced appearance to your yard.

Other ideas for adding interest to your gardens and yard might include little bits of décor, such as garden statues, wind chimes, or birdfeeders. You don’t want to overdo these, as that could end up making your backyard look like a collection of random items, taking away from the overall natural appearance. A little is always good, but keep it tasteful. A couple of small stone animals peeking out among the flowers, a birdfeeder or two hanging from trees or a pole – these are excellent additions to anybody’s yard!

Now that you know what to do with your landscape, what about the hardscape? This is where things get a little more difficult, and you might not be able to do it all on your own, depending on what you opt for. Let’s explore some ideas for tasteful options to make a summer yard that is all your own design.

Before you do anything, think about the style you prefer. Would you like a rustic summer get-away, or do you relish the thought of an elegant layout? Perhaps you’d rather try to achieve some sort of themed appearance – anything is possible. The different features to consider may include:

• Patios
• Furniture
• Walkways
• Ponds
• Walls
• Gazebos
• Paths

All of these ideas can be combined or you may pick and choose to create something that fits you personally. A patio is almost a given in most situations, or perhaps you would rather have a deck. Either way, you can choose comfortable outdoor furniture to arrange on it, such as chairs, tables, swings, or even a couch.

Ponds give any place a touch of elegance, whether it is made of stone and populated with goldfish or is more natural and surrounded by shrubbery and waterfowl. Stone walls for the pond or gardens are artistic and practical. A gazebo near the pond is impressive and beautiful, as well as relaxing. If you have gardens, a pond, or even a gazebo, you may want to consider walkways or simple paths. These tend to tie a perfectly designed yard all together.

One thing to make sure of is that you keep the manmade additions integrated with your natural landscape. You don’t want them to overwhelm the greenery. Also, keep it visually appealing by utilizing your style, textures, and placement. If this is the route you would like to take, contact us today here at Cornerstone Property Services, before proceeding so that you have a professional’s advice. This will help you go about creating your perfect backyard as tastefully as possible and also prevent potential issues that you may not have foreseen.

Anybody’s backyard can become a beautiful, private haven of comfort. Whether you keep it incredibly simple or go fancy, you can have a perfect summer getaway right outside your back door.