Creating A Lush and Welcoming Landscape

Having a home on a small lot doesn't mean you can't have a beautiful yard. Making the most of this space does take a little bit of patience and creativity, but there are lots of great options you can use to bring a lush, vibrant look to your property. Work with a custom landscaping company and use the following ideas as inspiration.

Add A Winding Walk

Instead of choosing a straight walkway that leads from your front door to the sidewalk, consider a more winding or curved option. This brings visual interest to the exterior of your home while also adding a bit of depth and dimension to your yard. Consider using a unique materials, such as brick or concrete pavers instead of a traditional concrete sidewalk. You can also landscape on both sides of the walk for a perfect finishing touch. Think ferns, bushes, or flower pots to line the path, and add solar walkway lights to illuminate the space at night.

Define The Space

Even if your yard already has a fence, adding a defined border can give a small yard a more finished look. A rock or paver wall can be built around the perimeter of the property, and your landscaping team can use this wall to create an elevated flower bed that surrounds your yard. This provides ample space for lush vegetation without making the yard feel cluttered or unplanned. You can also use the elevated bed to create a veggie garden around your yard. Talk to your landscaper about how to create this look and which plants will work best with your new planting space. If you prefer not to plant anything that requires maintenance, you can also add small shrubs to the bed instead.

Build A Full Deck

If your yard is so small that you don't want to invest a lot of time in maintaining it, consider building a full deck instead. You can create a stunning outdoor entertainment area by adding concrete pavers throughout the backyard. Leave space on the perimeter for plants and flowers, but dedicate the rest of the space to an outdoor kitchen, fire pit, or even a small wave pool. Your landscaper can help you determine which plants need the least amount of maintenance in your climate, so you can create a hassle-free backdrop for your new outdoor space. Even just a small strip of shrubs and ferns surrounding the deck can bring that lush look to your backyard without a lot of work.