With the weather finally taking a turn towards Spring, now is the time to start taking action on your landscaping plans for the upcoming Summer season. Below are the top residential landscaping trends for 2023 regardless which climate you live in.
- Incorporate Sustainable Landscaping Practices: Sustainable landscaping practices like using drought-tolerant plants, using compost instead of chemical fertilizers, and installing a rainwater harvesting system can help reduce the impact of your landscape on the environment.
- Focus on Low Maintenance Plants: Low maintenance plants like native plants, succulents, and ornamental grasses are not only easy to care for but also look great in your landscape. These plants are often drought-tolerant, disease-resistant, and require less pruning and fertilization.
- Create Outdoor Living Spaces: With more people spending time at home, creating outdoor living spaces has become increasingly popular. Outdoor kitchens, fire pits, and seating areas are just a few examples of the features you can incorporate into your landscape to create a comfortable and functional space.
- Use Smart Irrigation Systems: Smart irrigation systems can help you conserve water by only watering your plants when they need it. These systems use weather data and soil moisture sensors to determine when and how much to water.
- Embrace Technology: From smartphone-controlled irrigation systems to outdoor lighting that can be programmed to turn on and off automatically, there are many ways to incorporate technology into your landscape. These technologies can help you save time, money, and resources while enhancing the beauty and functionality of your outdoor space.
- Think Vertical: If you have a small yard or limited space, consider using vertical gardening techniques to maximize your growing space. You can use trellises, vertical gardens, and hanging baskets to add height and visual interest to your landscape.
- Add Color and Texture: Finally, don’t forget to add color and texture to your landscape. Use a variety of plants with different foliage colors and textures to create a visually appealing and dynamic space. Consider incorporating annuals and perennials that bloom at different times of the year to keep your landscape looking great throughout the seasons.
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