The new year is the perfect time to upgrade and revamp your property. And what better place to start than your landscaping? Your choices will impact your time outside and with the people you love. Therefore, the best resolutions should be doable goals that positively impact your life. Here are a few landscaping resolutions for the new year that will make your living spaces more enjoyable:
Create a Relaxing Outdoor Oasis
To create a relaxing outdoor oasis, transform your garden and landscaping into a serene retreat. Begin by adding elements that promote relaxation, like water features or a cozy seating area. Incorporate plants and flowers with calming scents, like lavender or jasmine. Create privacy by placing tall shrubs or installing a pergola with climbing vines. Soft lighting can enhance the ambiance and extend the usability of your space into the evening. Don’t forget to maintain a neat and organized garden by regularly pruning and weeding.
Enhance Curb Appeal with Decorative Elements
Incorporate creative landscaping techniques to enhance your home’s curb appeal. One way to do this is by adding colorful flowers and plants to your front yard. Choose plants with different heights, textures, and colors to create visual interest. Additionally, you can add some decorative elements, such as a stone pathway or a charming garden bench, to make your yard more inviting.
Another way to enhance curb appeal is to maintain a well-manicured lawn. Mow, edge, and trim your lawn regularly to keep it looking tidy. Lastly, don’t forget about the power of lighting. Install some outdoor lights to highlight your landscaping features and add a warm glow to your home at night.
Save More Water
Incorporate water conservation strategies into your garden and landscaping to save water and protect the environment. There are several simple yet effective ways to conserve water in your outdoor spaces. Firstly, consider installing a drip irrigation system. This system delivers water directly to the roots of plants, reducing evaporation and water waste.
Another strategy is to group plants with similar watering needs so you can water them efficiently without overwatering or underwatering. Mulching is also a great way to conserve water, as it helps to retain moisture in the soil. Additionally, using rain barrels to collect and store rainwater can provide a sustainable water source for your garden.
Maintain a Regular Landscape Maintenance Schedule
Keeping up with regular maintenance is essential to ensure the health and beauty of your outdoor space. Start by setting aside specific weekly days or times for tasks such as watering, pruning, weeding, and fertilizing. This will help you stay organized and prevent your garden from becoming overwhelmed with neglect. Additionally, schedule seasonal tasks like mulching, aerating, and planting new flowers or vegetables. By sticking to a maintenance schedule, you can stay on top of any potential issues before they become major problems.
Interested in Improving Your Outdoor Living Space? Consider Landscape and Hardscaping Design Services from Carroll Landscaping
Carroll Landscaping has over 30 years of experience with landscape construction, porch construction, deck building, and hardscape installation. Our award-winning landscape designers are passionate about providing customers with top-notch service and landscape design. Our landscape designers have a creative design outlook and work as a team with our installation crews to make your vision a reality. We are committed to providing every customer with the highest quality workmanship, professional and knowledgeable service, and creativity in design in order to surpass our clients’ expectations in every aspect of the project.
We serve residents throughout the beautiful state of Maryland including Baltimore, Columbia, Ellicott City, Eldersburg, Clarksville, Sykesville, Manchester, Westminster, and Woodstock. For more information and to schedule a consultation with one of our expert designers, contact us online or give us a call at 410-922-2416.