Many homeowners don’t have a green thumb and might feel overwhelmed by the thought of landscaping. Or they’re short on time and don’t want the hassle of constant watering. Following are a few ideas on how to achieve low-maintenance landscaping:
TRY ALTERNATIVE LAWN OPTIONS
You can create beautiful space without grass. Consider a deck, a patio, or a large front porch. Or consider adding faux grass for a nice pop of green without the watering obligation.
ADD A ZEN GARDEN
Create a thoughtful and relaxing small garden with rocks, succulents, or native plants. The idea is create a space to escape the stress of your everyday life. This is a great way to achieve low maintenance landscaping.
ADD A WALKWAY
Does foot traffic ruin your lawn? Replace those areas with a walkway. If you don’t want to pour concrete, use mulch or gravel for your creation.
ADD LAWN FEATURES
Reduce your yard space by adding fun or beautiful features. Add flower beds, vegetable gardens, a fire pit, or a water feature.
FUN FEATURES
Are your family and friends competitive? Think bocce ball court or cornhole setup.
LANDSCAPE ON A BUDGET
Do you have big dreams for your yard but not much to spend? Check out these fun ideas to beautify your landscape on a budget.