Landscaping that works fine for larger areas may be less than attractive in a smaller space. Consider the size of grounds that normally come with garden homes. The front yard is typically just enough to have a patch of lawn on each side of a paved walkway. Out back, a good bit of the space is covered with some type of pavement. With the aid of a professional, it’s possible to come up with a Landscape Design in Darien CT that fits the small space and is easy to maintain.
Selecting Shrubs for the Front Yard
With little in the way of a yard in the front, it pays to keep things simple. Consider going with a grass that creates what looks a lot like an even green carpet over the expanse. To dress the front up a bit, think about using a combination of low shrubs that are no higher than the bottom of the window casings. Evergreen shrubs will hold up well in all sorts of weather and provide a foundation for the other ornamental elements.
Dress up the shrubs with a line of blooming plants directly in front. These can be seasonable and changed by a professional throughout the year. Carry the colors over into some type of potted greenery to flank each side of the front door. The result is a unified look with just enough color to provide a little visual appeal.
Taking Care of the Back Yard
Accent the area along the fence with potted trees. A professional can recommend types that provide reasonably thick foliage and can be kept trimmed to a height that is no more than a foot over the top of the fence. Space the potted trees out so there’s room to add other potted plants around the bases, possibly something that will bloom several times a year.
The nice thing about using plants that are not in the ground is that the homeowner can move them around for different occasions. It’s also easier to replace those plants if the owner wants to go with a new Landscape Design in Darien CT.
Don’t think there is little that can be done with a smaller yard. Call the team at Giglio Landscape Services LLC today. The right look will be easier to achieve than most people realize.
