5 Things Landscapers Don't Tell You

Your landscaping is a great way to accent your beautiful paving work. Whether you choose to add a few shrubs or a bed of flowers, the right plants can really up your curb appeal! Whether you're planting yourself or hiring a landscaper — here are five things you should keep in mind before you do.

1. Don’t Overload Your Yard

Having a wide array of colors might seem like a good idea, but plant overload is possible. Adding too many plants might look beautiful now but come next year you’ll have double the work! An overload of plants will lead to more pruning and weed, so remember it's all about balance.

2. Watch How Far You Dig

It’s entirely possible to dig too deep, and it’s actually pretty common to. When you over dig the roots of the plants tend to get burred. Digging too deep can also lead to either suffocation of the plant or water accumulation by the root causing it to rot ; so it's better to under dig than over dig.

3.Consider All Angles

When you are picking out your landscape design, don’t forget about all angles. What might look right from the front porch, might look bad from the street so be sure to check every possible view. Don’t forget to check from your home windows too. You want to enjoy the view no matter where in the yard you view it.

4. Distance Is Important

When planting along the house, you’ll want to keep your distance. It’s often common the planting beds are placed to narrow and too close to the home. To be safe, you'll want to begin your beds at least one to two thirds out from the house's heights.

5. Don’t Block Your View

Planting shrubs around your driveway is a great way to accent your paving work, but it could be hazardous. When you are setting up your accent bushes and tree, keep visibility in mind. Make sure that whether your backing up or pulling in there are no obstructions.

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