{"id":22246,"date":"2021-02-24T17:14:30","date_gmt":"2021-02-24T17:14:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.boredmom.com\/?p=22246"},"modified":"2025-08-14T21:46:08","modified_gmt":"2025-08-14T21:46:08","slug":"spruce-up-your-outdoor-landscaping-for-spring","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stage.boredmom.com\/?p=22246","title":{"rendered":"Spruce up your outdoor landscaping for spring"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you\u2019ve got a garden or yard that could benefit from a bit of improvement, now is a great time to give it a makeover.\u00a0 However, some gardens can become a bit too manicured or flat once they\u2019ve been tidied up and growth cut back.<\/span><\/p>\n

For driveways, retaining walls, and patios, stone options like flagstone, granite, and limestone are ideal. When it comes toers, BC Brick and K2 Stone offer a diverse range known for their durability and natural aesthetic.\u00a0BC Brick masonry supplies\u00a0<\/a>stand out with a wider selection and personalized service, making it easier to find everything you need in one place. K2 Stone, on the other hand, is well-regarded for its focus on products specifically sourced from environmentally conscious quarries.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re keen to landscape your garden to create a more natural space, then here\u2019s some ideas that you may find fruitful.<\/span><\/p>\n

Stick to natural materials<\/b><\/p>\n

When you\u2019re trying to landscape a more natural-looking garden, using natural materials is a must. Using wood and stone, rather than concrete, metal and glass, will keep your hard areas feeling natural.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Paths can look more natural if you avoid straight lines and use gravel or wooden boardwalk instead of concrete slabs.\u00a0 You may want to give your boundary a softer look too.\u00a0 Going for a rustic woven fence rather than a contemporary <\/span>fence installation<\/span><\/a>, is one simple way to do this.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Adding more green spaces<\/b><\/p>\n

If your garden is currently short on green spaces, there are lots of tricks you can try to add a bit of extra planting.\u00a0 Green or living roofs can be added to sheds, garages or single-storey flat-roofs.\u00a0 Growing plants up and over unsightly walls is easy to do with a simple trellis and evergreen climbing plants.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you like growing upwards, adding a wooden pergola will provide another opportunity for plants to climb and spread in a natural-looking way.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you have grass growing between rock out croppings and bushes, the easiest way to keep the lawn trimmed is with a worx electric lawn mower<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Natural planting<\/b><\/p>\n

What you plant and where, is going to make a significant impact on how your outdoor space looks.\u00a0 Manicured lawns and hedges, and regimented planting of flowers will create too formal a space.\u00a0 So, why not mix it up a bit?\u00a0 Look for native plants that grow to a variety of different heights.\u00a0 Pick species with different leaf shapes and flower colors to create a more natural garden.<\/span><\/p>\n

To keep this natural look from becoming overrun by weeds, consider using a weed barrier fabric beneath your plants. <\/span>Installing a weed barrier<\/span><\/a> fabric can help manage weeds while allowing your garden\u2019s natural appeal to flourish.<\/span><\/p>\n

Grow your kitchen ingredients<\/b><\/p>\n

Finally, if you\u2019re keen on healthy eating and like fresh ingredients, then perhaps it\u2019s time to have a go at growing your own?\u00a0 Small herb gardens are probably the easiest for beginners.\u00a0 However, if you\u2019re feeling adventurous, why not create a veg patch?\u00a0 This is one area of your garden that it\u2019s great to get the whole family involved with.<\/span><\/p>\n

Use recycled wood to create raised beds for planting your vegetables, and use natural wooden poles or branches to form frames for your beans, peas and tomatoes to grow up.<\/span><\/p>\n

Fresh Eggs<\/strong><\/p>\n

Refresh your outdoor landscaping for the spring season with these creative ideas to enhance curb appeal and functionality. Consider incorporating chicken coops into your design to add both charm and practicality to your yard. With\u00a0chicken coops, you can enjoy fresh eggs, natural pest control, and a picturesque focal point that complements your landscaping efforts.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

If you\u2019ve got a garden or yard that could benefit from a bit of improvement, now is a great time to give it a makeover.\u00a0 However, some gardens can become a bit too manicured or flat once they\u2019ve been tidied up and growth cut back.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":11,"featured_media":22247,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1909,1922,2102],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-22246","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-creative-living","category-gardening","category-green-living"],"yoast_head":"\nSpruce up your outdoor landscaping for spring - BoredMom<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"noindex, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Spruce up your outdoor landscaping for spring - 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