Top landscaping do’s & don’ts

The lawn and garden are the first things any visitor or passer-by notices on any location like houses and other establishments. That is why if it is in your agenda for your lawn and garden to be appealing and welcoming, observe the correct styles and procedure during the landscaping process.

Landscaping is the part where you begin with the conceptualisation and design of your lawn and garden in line with the style of your house and kind of garden you want to have whilst integrating both natural plants and man-made features into a unison of beautifully put scenery.

So, when setting up your garden and lawn, although there are no exact rules on which is which, a few guidelines have been set by experts for you to achieve an aesthetically appealing garden.

Do: Check for the best and fitting turf choice you can get

When it comes to pairing your lawn with a garden, it’s best to choose a kind that doesn’t grow especially fast as it may tend to outgrow your other plants. A great turf choice is Sir Walter DNA certified turf as it only requires minimum mowing, has a thick matt that prevents weed growth, and maintains a beautiful green colour throughout the year.

Don’t: Cut and mow wet or wilted turf

To maintain the green hue of your lawn, make sure only trim them when completely dry. Mowing grass when they are wilted or wet leads to more grass clippings clump, which could eventually suffocate your lawn, thus browning your turf.

Do: Establish a unity on plants

When it comes to choosing plants, shrubs, and flowers to go into your garden, always consider whether these plants go well together – not just aesthetically but also in terms of growth habits. A properly planned plant selection will also improve on the growth of each plant.

Don’t: Smother your garden

Remember that your plants need to breathe as well. Keep an open space if possible and don’t try to make your garden into a Tetris where there isn’t supposed to be an empty area. Even if you choose the right plants, overdoing it still won’t give you a nice and fresh view to your garden, rather it would just look very crowded to the eyes.

Do: Plan out first

Unlike plants that can be moved and transferred from the roots, hardscaping has a more permanent characteristic to it. Not that it is impossible to change your previous hardscape design, it’s just that this activity is much more expensive and tedious. So, unless you are 100% sure and in love with your hardscape design, thoroughly assess everything first.

Common things to consider in hardscape design is the placement of pathways and patios where it accentuates and gives a better appeal to your garden.

Don’t: Overdo your pavement and patio

Great pathway and patio is always in unison with the rest of your garden, not grab too much attention or vanish entirely. In hardscaping, balance is key to everything. For instance, you should use the right paver for your pathway, something that’s not too overpowering while also still standing out. For your patio area, try not to entirely cement everything, rather associate plants and pots there as well.

In general, when it comes to landscaping, harmony and unison of everything should always be a priority. Whether you are opting for a Tuscan, Xeriscape, French, Tropical, Modern, or Colonial garden style theme. And even with all the do’s don’ts out there, never be afraid to experiment on something new as long as you don’t go overboard on everything.