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Gardens naturally evolve with the changing seasons, acting as a beautiful, colorful element of any outdoor space. Designing a year-round garden oasis involves careful planning and consideration to ensure a perfect blend of nature, aesthetics and functionality. Let’s explore the key aspects of garden design for a green space that thrives, no matter the season.
It takes thorough planning to create a flawless outdoor space. If you’re considering a big project or are building a new house, making landscape design plans early in the process is a smart move. Let’s delve into the top five benefits of making landscape design plans, a process that not only enhances the visual appeal of your outdoor space, but also sets the stage for a stress-free experience. Getting a head start can make all the difference.
Winter's chill can pose severe challenges to your beloved garden, threatening the health and vitality of your plants. It’s a good idea to understand the challenges of the season. Discover how to protect plants from frost with professional landscaping services that offer a shield against potential harm. After all, we all want your landscaping to thrive, even throughout the colder months.
When it comes to making the most of your yard, outdoor lighting plays a crucial role. Our expert designers are here to elevate your outdoor spaces with customized landscape lighting that adds character to your space. Your house will sparkle every evening when the sun sets and the lights turn on.
It’s a hot and sunny July day, and you’ve finally decided to begin planning that pool you’ve always dreamed of. You’re envisioning refreshing outdoor work breaks, weekends of cookouts and pool parties and quality relaxation time. Starting to design your own in-ground pool deck is an exciting process, but it comes with no shortage of challenges.
With this guide, we’ll make sure you’re equipped with the knowledge to create the outdoor summer paradise of your dreams.
Decades ago, homeowners were happy with a small deck or a patch of concrete patio. Today, everyone wants to bring indoor coziness to the outdoors, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, Zillow reports. Upgrading parts of your home, such as the backyard, can make a difference in your atmosphere and quality of life. But do outdoor living spaces add value to your home?
Living on a small lot doesn't mean you have to miss out on the joy of outdoor living. Even the tiniest outdoor spaces can be transformed into beautiful and functional areas that allow you to soak up the sun, relax and entertain. With some careful planning and creative thinking, you can make the most of small outdoor living spaces and create a cozy oasis right outside your door.
Designing an English garden in Cincinnati can be a beautiful and fulfilling project. English gardens are known for their picturesque landscapes, charming cottages and classic beauty. To create your own English garden, there are a few key aspects to keep in mind.
Pet owners know it takes a lot to take care of a furry friend. A lot of patience, love and outdoor time. Considering your pet when designing your landscape will make your life easier and Spot will thank you! Check out our video above for some great tips on designing landscaping with your pets in mind.
Leaves and flowers are mostly gone, but your landscape can still look good in the winter if it’s designed properly. Here are some winter landscape ideas that will keep your yard lovely to look at this winter.
You can always count on evergreens to provide steady color throughout the winter. Implementing bushes and trees with berries like crabapple trees will also add vibrance to your landscape. Flowers like Sweet Peas will bloom throughout the winter if planted in the late fall. Other plants that will stand out in the snow are trees with interesting bark like river birch, Japanese flowering cherry or the paperbark maple.
When the overall colors outside are brown and gray, it’s a pleasant surprise to see color and flashes of life in your landscaping. Look for accessories like yard art to liven up your landscape in the winter. Reflective surfaces bounce winter’s light around. Bird feeders and houses will bring birds to your yard along with signs of life. Incorporating a comprehensive exterior lighting plan into your landscape will brighten up your yard on long winter nights and welcome friends to your door.
There are a few maintenance chores you can put on your winter to-do list that will keep your landscape looking fresh. Being cautious about not spreading ice-melting salt on your lawn will prevent bare spots from forming in your grass. Keeping your hanging baskets and window boxes filled with sticks, pinecones, berries and lights will liven up your curb appeal as well.
At Seiler’s we know how important it is that your landscape looks lively year ‘round. That’s why we offer Seiler’s 360 Landscape Maintenance to care for your yard all year long. Contact us today to get started with your landscape design.
