As all of us sheltering in place now know, a good haircut is critical! Like a hairstyle, landscaping can get by for a number of years with regular trimming, but after a while, a complete landscape makeover is the best move.
Before and After
Typically, landscaping serves its purpose for about 10 to 12 years. After that, plants and shrubbery may reach the end of their useful life and look dated.
When new owners of this home moved in, they knew it was time for a landscape makeover. Overgrown bushes hadn’t been well-maintained. The shrubs were hosting wildlife and nuisance insects. The homeowners wanted a fresh, clean look that was easier for a busy family to maintain.
Landscape Makeover Steps
When our crews start a yard renovation project like this, we first remove all of the old plant life. We dig out the top layer of existing soil, which is depleted of nutrients and won’t help new plants thrive.
Before new plantings go in, we spread a generous layer of our super soil mix on every bed. That soil, along with fertilizer, gives new plants the best foundation for strong growth and a healthy lifespan. During a landscape makeover, some of our clients choose to replace their grass as well with new sod. Either way, careful edging around the beds provides a sharp, clean look to the yard.
Before mulching, we laid a set of stepping stones off one corner of the front porch. This short path allows the mail carrier easy access to the neighbor’s home. Without a dedicated walkway, mail carriers will often cut through landscaping and damage plants. It’s just better to create a dedicated path that looks like it belongs while protecting the plant life.
Stones were used to line the boundary between the garden beds and the driveway. This channel of stone keeps mulch from washing out of the beds. Featured ornamental trees and flowering shrubs will fill out nicely and bring color to the yard for years to come.
The Fresh Look
Pulling large shrubs away from the house and clearing overgrown beds brought new life to this home. The charming front porch and curved walk now welcome visitors to the front door. The landscaping is now perfectly suited to the home’s growing family.
Wondering what a landscape makeover could do for your home? We’d love to talk to you about the possibilities. Contact us today for a no-cost consultation.
