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-Have you ever visited a friend or family member'​s ​home, only to be envious ​of their yard? Did you know that you can simply and quickly change your own yard for the better, so they do the same when they visit youThis article ​contains what you need to know, in order to start your landscaping ​renovation.[[http://member.thinkfree.com/myoffice/show.se?​f=8dc2f76bf54498971eb1c5f42829e6c6|Permeable Paving Solutions]]+Landscaping your home isn't as hard as other people make it out to be. You can do a lot of the work yourself if you desire, or there are a multitude of services ​that will perform ​the basic maintenance for youThis article ​will highlight the different reasons and ways that you can better ​your home through ​landscaping.[[http://​www.matsgrids.co.uk/porous-paving/83-pavers.html|Porous Pavers Price]]
  
 +Think about water requirements. If you live in an area that doesn'​t get a lot of rain, try to use plants that don't require a lot of water. Grass needs more water than any other type of plant, so replace your lawn with wood chips, gravel, or a type of ground cover that is suitable for high drought areas.
  
-If you are thinking about doing some landscaping ​at your homeremember to use all available spaces in your designYour landscaping should be three dimensionaland not just limited to the groundUse the walls of your hometrellises, arbors, and anything else you can think of to add depth and dimension ​to your landscaping.+Prior to purchasing the materials ​you need for your landscaping ​adventurehave your designs planned outThis could mean putting whatever you want to buildor plant on paperBy doing this, you will know exactly what you need when you go to the store to purchase all of these materials.
  
-Take a bit of time to research ​the right types of plants to use in your landscaping ​designYou can go to your local nursery ​or big-box home-improvement store and ask them questions about the plants they sellAlways keep in mind the growing requirements in your own yard when considering which plants ​to use.+Prior to purchasing ​the materials you need for your landscaping ​adventure, have your designs planned outThis could mean putting whatever you want to build, ​or plant on paperBy doing this, you will know exactly what you need when you go to the store to purchase all of these materials.
  
-Be aware that your lawn still needs to be taken of when in the fall, and winter months. You should still be watering ​your lawn until the ground freezes. By not doing soyour grass could actually dieHoweverif you are in an area that gets a lot of rain in the fallor winteryou may not need to water it.+If you are tired of seeing ​your beloved plants trampled by visitorsconsider adding a footpathUse brickstone or wood to create a path that extends well beyond the boundaries ​of the area you wish to protect. A well-definedwide path makes it clear which areas are safe as well aswhich should ​not be trodden upon.
  
-Use walls and fences in your design. Select ​nice fence that will go well with your design and paint it with a harmonious color. You can use walls to suspend plants ​or even to paint scenes of your creation. Your design will look more finished ​if you use your walls and fences.+Try talking to pro before you start working on your landscape. You might not need a landscape designer ​or architect ​to draft your whole project, but for under $100, a consultation that lasts about an hour can be well worth the money if it prevents ​you from making costly mistakes later on.
  
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-Consider the amount of sunlight that hits different areas on your property before deciding what to plant thereSome plants need full sunlight while others thrive in shade. If you plant the incorrect varieties in the wrong areas, you are setting yourself up for failureTalk to a professional at your local nursery to determine which plants will do best in different lighting conditions.+While you might not be able to afford to hire a landscape architect or design professional to develop ​your landscaping plansIt is well worth the money to pay for an hour-long consultation with oneDoing so can help you refine ​your ideas and prevent you from making costly mistakes.
  
-When planning a landscaping project for your housebe sure to be friendly with your neighbors ​and build up a relationshipThis can be important because you may be able to save quite a bit of money by sharing equipment ​that you either purchase or rentYou may also be able to obtain or share a vast amount ​of experience and tips with each other. +Cheaper doesn'​t always mean better. Generallycommon plants ​and some building materials, like lumber, cost lessCheaper materials ​may not have the quality and selection ​that you can find at many specialized storesWhile they may be pricier, these stores tend to include expertise that you won't find in some of the cheaper placeslike tips, assistance, deals, and warranties on the particular materials that they specialize ​in.
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-Many people relish ​the idea of a lush green lawnyet few are willing to wait for grass seeds to grow. Sod offers near-instant gratificationbut tends to be a bit more costly. Save money and compromise by using sod for your front lawn and planting grass seeds in your backyard.+
  
-Try to make sure that the height of your lawn is always between 2 and a half to 3 inchesHaving your grass at this height will help protect it from sun and heat damageAlsoat this heightmoisture will not evaporate as much as it would if it were taller.+When planning a landscaping project for your house, be sure to go beyond ​the home-improvement stores ​and check out online resourcesYou might just find deals and products that are not carried locallyDue to the lack of a physical storeyou might find that selectionand pricing is far superior.
  
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