Thinking of moving in the future? A beautifully landscaped property is a proven way to significantly increase your home’s property value. By how much, you ask? A professionally landscaped property can increase your home’s value by 5.5% to 12.7%!
Even if you’re not putting your home on the market, landscape construction from a professional landscaping company can transform your ordinary lawn into an eye-catching, relaxing atmosphere. Here are some unique landscape construction ideas to transform your property.
Xeriscape Gardens That Transform Desert Properties
Do you live in the desert? Consider xeriscaping, or landscaping that is specifically designed for areas prone to drought. Xeriscaping uses minimal water to nourish drought resistant vegetation. With xeriscaping, you can transform a patch of earth or brown grass into a vibrant spot.
For example, xeriscaping plants come in a variety of colors, shapes, and textures. From spiky yucca plants to fresh lavender to cute succulents and cacti, xeriscape vegetation allows your property to stand out.
Ornamental Plants to Showcase Your Yard
Ornamental plants are an effective way to add color to your yard. You can have a variety of flowers planted, or can opt for unique shrubs, like boxwood and yew, that can be manicured into different shapes.
Water Features for Relaxation
Fountains are not only a great way to add a relaxing atmosphere to any outdoor space, but can serve as a functional art piece, as well. Also consider a reflection pool to showcase your property’s surrounding environment, such as flowerbeds or ornamental shrubs. Reflection pools are also a great option for smaller spaces, as they visually expand the area.
Fire Pits for Social Gatherings
Fire pits are perfect for social gatherings, no matter the time of year. Plus, fire pits serve both a decorative and practical function. A fire pit can serve as the main gathering place in your backyard, where you and your family roast marshmallows or even cook meals over the flames.
Depending on your aesthetic and goals, you can decide on a simple ring of stones arranged artfully in your yard, or a constructed mini chimney with a fireplace directly underneath.
Retaining Walls to Prevent Erosion
Soil erosion in your yard is not only an eye sore, but can pose safety hazards, such as trips and falls. Retaining walls are an effective solution that restore the aesthetic and safety of your yard. The beauty of retaining walls is that they can double as garden beds, benches, and as framing devices.
For example, you can frame your driveway or garden path. You can also select different color and stone options, such as red concrete blocks to dark, durable basalt.
Shade Trees for Comfort
Plant shade trees to change the look of your lawn. The beauty of shade trees is that they are typically easy to grow and require little maintenance, while providing a nice spot to cool off. The climate where you live determines which share trees grow best.
For example, cold tolerant shade trees include coniferous trees (trees that keep leaves year-long, such as evergreens.) Heat tolerant shade trees include deciduous trees (trees with leaves.) A lawncare and landscaping professional can provide suggestions for shade trees that will work best for your property.
Garden Trellises to Arrange Vines
If you live in an area where vines naturally grow, a trellis is an effective landscaping element that can encourage vines to grow in a certain area, shape, or pattern. You can also use a trellis to add privacy to your yard. Trellises come in many different styles, materials, and shapes, so you can customize your exterior property.
Unique Landscaping Showcases Your Home’s Appeal
Landscaping is a wonderful way to customize your property and increase the value of your home. Whether you prefer more drastic yard makeovers (such as a fire pit and several water features) or prefer subtle additions (such as simple garden trellises), professional landscape construction always delivers on curbside appeal.