Landscape Edging

Garden Landscaping must create a convenient and comfortable outdoor area, to commune with nature, and have a good time. Before starting the garden landscaping develop the garden design. It is necessary to consider the location, layout and size of the garden, the different views, soil type, climate, wind and budget. This is to have an idea about the various elements that can be included in the garden. Moreover it also helps to develop the theme and style of the garden design. The size of the garden, climate and soil mainly determine the garden landscaping. If the size of the garden is large, and there are not much budget constraints, there will be much more freedom in indulging the fantasies about the garden landscaping.

Garden Landscaping involve marking the different existing details like trees, plants, shrubs, house, driveway, pond and fence on the garden design. The next step is to decide how all these elements can be included in the garden design. Then take decisions about the inclusion of other elements like patio, deck, swimming pool, fountain, decorative features, and gazebo. Find the best places where these elements can be located and the types of elements that are to be used. Do not do piecemeal planting. Always have the overall frame in mind. Good planning helps in energy conservation.

Garden Landscaping can be done either formally or informally. Garden Landscaping is done depending on the size of the garden. If the size of the garden area is small, develop a garden design for a small garden. This entails a more focus on details. It also means not giving into the temptation to include as much of the categories as possible. The garden should not be cramped, confining and cluttered. Make use of what little space there is. The type of plants selected to some extent decides this, and to some extent, it is decided by the garden design. The shapes, sizes, colours and textures can be used to create the theme of the garden and also to create an illusion of more space. For instance, woodland garden will mimic, the nature's way of planting trees and shrubs. Hardscape must use natural materials like stone, rocks and wood. Large garden landscaping can be done usually in a much more formal style with everything arranged precisely. Strong geometry, symmetrical layout, clipped hedges and long axial views are all the characteristics of the formal gardens. For instance, the knot gardens, in formal garden style encourage precise use of plants used for edging and conform to precise measurements. But there is no rule that large gardens must adopt the style. Large garden landscaping can arrange every element as desired, and not follow any strictures. Large gardens enable a place for kids to be close to nature and play.

Garden Landscaping use shades of two or more colours to generate a great impact. The size of the plants used should be consistent, with the area available for the garden. If the idea is to use plenty of plants to give the lush look, then use the same species than a great variety of plants. Similarly use a few varieties of plants in two or three colours, repeatedly to get a deep look. Depth can be given by using the appropriate wall colours. For instance, white walls give the perception of prolonging space. Black colour on a corner wall gives the appearance of shadow, creating the feeling of stretching the garden. More interest can be created by special grouping of plants or by the creation of different levels. The different levels can have different themes. Arbour, trellis, bridges, rock gardens, birdbaths and gazebos can provide the partition between different areas. By using curves, a small garden can be made to appear as if it is opening up to look bigger. For example, curved flowerbeds, curved brick or stone walkway and retaining walls.

Roofed decks are a great place to enjoy nature and fresh air after a hard day or for entertaining. Awning provides shade to the deck and protection from natural elements. Visualise the fountain that will best fit the garden. The choice of the garden fountain is dependent on the size and style of the garden. Garden ponds can be the home of fish, plants and wildlife. A decorative waterfall or underwater lights will enhance the beauty of the pond. Gazebos are comfortable, though open gives protection from sun and rain. Japanese gardens are low maintenance, simple, affordable and encourages tranquillity. Lawn can provide feast for the eye, be a place for kids to play and enjoy quality time. Focal points give a place of special interest where the family can while away the relaxing hours.