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Gardening Hints, Tips and Advice
By Phil Edwards
Creating a beautiful outdoor living space can be one way to add usable space to
your home. Although, depending on the climate where you live, this outdoor space
may not be usable year round, many homeowners find they get a great deal more
use out of their backyard by incorporating a few gardening and outdoor beautification
tips. Everything from gardening and landscaping to adding water features and installing
a deck can contribute to an outdoor space which creates a virtual oasis for the
homeowners. When the outdoor space is more aesthetically appealing and versatile
the homeowners are much more likely to use this space frequently.
Building or installing a water feature can also make an outdoor living space
more appealing. Whether you opt for an elaborate waterfall with a sizable pond
or a small tabletop fountain you can enjoy the soothing benefits of the sound
of water as well as the visual appeal of these elements. More complex waterfalls
may be difficult to install but most commercially available systems come with
adequate instructions making it feasible for the average homeowner to complete
this project without the outside assistance of a contractor. The sound of a
waterfall can be very relaxing and many homeowners enjoy going outside to just
sit and listen to their water feature after a long day at work.
Landscaping
is one of the most commonly known ways to improve the overall appearance of
an outdoor living area. A well maintained lawn is one of the most basic elements
of an appealing yard. Keeping the grass looking well involves frequent watering
including enough water to really soak the roots, weeding regularly, applying
fertilizer and aerating the lawn a few times a year. These practices will keep
the lawn looking healthy and vibrant. In addition to maintaining the lawns, homeowners
can also plant trees. Trees can serve the purpose of creating an appealing yard
with ample shade and privacy. Fruit trees are especially popular because they
also yield succulent fruit annually. The use of flowers can also brighten up
both front and back yards. Colorful flowers such as pansies, tulips and roses
are commonly placed in front yards to create curb appeal but these same colorful
elements can be used in backyards for the enjoyment of the homeowners. An outdoor
space which is well maintained and colorful will be used more often than those
which are not as attractive.
Finally, a deck installation can greatly improve the appeal and usability of
an outdoor space. There are many options available for homeowners who wish to
include deck space for eating or entertaining. The simplest forms of decks involve
the use of paving stones. These decks involve leveling the ground under the
deck space and arranging the stones in the desired panel. Paving stones can
include a variety of shapes including square, rectangular, octagonal and even
irregular shapes. Other options for a deck include a wooden structure which
is built either directly on the ground or elevated depending on the setup of
the home and the location of the deck. Building a deck can be a time consuming
project and is often best left to professionals especially if the homeowners
are not confident in their abilities to design and build a structure which will
be safe as well as attractive.
About the Author
Phil Edwards is a writer and gardener and author of Gardening
Web and DIY Doors
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