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  It has probably crossed your mind to hire a professional to landscape your yard. However, you can save your money and have some fun at the same time by doing it yourself. You simply need to be informed on the issue. Here are some great tricks and tips to help you create the landscape of your dreams.
  
  Consider a variety of resources for landscaping plants and materials besides your local stores or mail-order catalogs. Many botanical gardens or arboretums have regular sales or offerings of native plants that thrive in your area. These particular plants might be unavailable at the local nursery. You can also look to neighbors and fellow gardeners to give you plants they don't want or cuttings that you can grow.
  
  You must know how annuals and perennials are different. You should also know what plants work best in your area. Always keep the season in mind when planning landscaping projects. Consider every way that nature will impact a landscaping project before you start.
  
  Plants are a great way to create natural privacy around your property. In order to prevent nosy neighbors from peering into your space, you can plant bamboo, tall ornamental grass and evergreen trees. This can hide a neighbor's yard, and help keep pets and children in your garden.
  
  Many people do not think about shopping online when it comes to landscaping. You not only will find online shopping more convenient, but will discover more choices if you look online. You may be able to buy rarer plants that are not native to your area at online stores.
  
  When planning your landscaping project, consider fall colors. When you choose your plantings in the spring, consider how those plants will look during different seasons of the year. Choose a variety of evergreen and non-evergreen plants, as well as plants that bloom in the fall, to prepare to add interest and color to your garden year-round. When the fall comes and your yard looks better than any other in the neighborhood, you'll be pleased with the result.
  
  Test your soil before starting any landscaping project. Getting your soil tested allows you to figure out what you need to change in your soil before planting anything. Matching up your plants with the best kind of soil is the key to keeping them healthy and attractive.
  
  Plan a landscape that will look good throughout the year. Choose a variety of plants that will provide blossoms in each season of the year. Remember to add some evergreens to help your yard maintain a festive appearance throughout the winter. Take the time to learn more about which plants do well in which seasons.
  
  Water features can be a wonderful addition to many yards, whether it be in the form of fountains or ponds. Adding such water features will personalize your garden and invite wildlife in. Just remember to be a bit cautious when thinking about a fountain; remember they require an electrical source, so plan accordingly.
  
  Get references before hiring a professional landscape designer. Price is very important, but before hiring any landscaper, be sure to take a look at the past work that he or she has done.
  
  Make sure you consider all the relevant factors when you are planning how to landscape your property. You should stick to the budget as you work on creating a luxurious look for your yard. This proven advice in this article can help you to get a little closer to your ultimate landscaping goals. Remember these tips when you're doing any landscaping and you'll have the yard you've always dreamed of!
  
  
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  <div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">It has probably crossed your mind to hire a professional to landscape your yard. However, you can save your money and have some fun at the same time by doing it yourself. You simply need to be informed on the issue. Here are some great tricks and tips to help you create the landscape of your dreams.<br /><br />Consider a variety of resources for landscaping plants and materials besides your local stores or mail-order catalogs. Many botanical gardens or arboretums have regular sales or offerings of native plants that thrive in your area. These particular plants might be unavailable at the local nursery. You can also look to neighbors and fellow gardeners to give you plants they don't want or cuttings that you can grow.<br /><br />You must know how annuals and perennials are different. You should also know what plants work best in your area. Always keep the season in mind when planning landscaping projects. Consider every way that nature will impact a landscaping project before you start.<br /><br />Plants are a great way to create natural privacy around your property. In order to prevent nosy neighbors from peering into your space, you can plant bamboo, tall ornamental grass and evergreen trees. This can hide a neighbor's yard, and help keep pets and children in your garden.<br /><br />Many people do not think about shopping online when it comes to landscaping. You not only will find online shopping more convenient, but will discover more choices if you look online. You may be able to buy rarer plants that are not native to your area at online stores.<br /><br />When planning your landscaping project, consider fall colors. When you choose your plantings in the spring, consider how those plants will look during different seasons of the year. Choose a variety of evergreen and non-evergreen plants, as well as plants that bloom in the fall, to prepare to add interest and color to your garden year-round. When the fall comes and your yard looks better than any other in the neighborhood, you'll be pleased with the result.<br /><br />Test your soil before starting any landscaping project. Getting your soil tested allows you to figure out what you need to change in your soil before planting anything. Matching up your plants with the best kind of soil is the key to keeping them healthy and attractive.<br /><br />Plan a landscape that will look good throughout the year. Choose a variety of plants that will provide blossoms in each season of the year. Remember to add some evergreens to help your yard maintain a festive appearance throughout the winter. Take the time to learn more about which plants do well in which seasons.<br /><br />Water features can be a wonderful addition to many yards, whether it be in the form of fountains or ponds. Adding such water features will personalize your garden and invite wildlife in. Just remember to be a bit cautious when thinking about a fountain; remember they require an electrical source, so plan accordingly.<br /><br />Get references before hiring a professional landscape designer. Price is very important, but before hiring any landscaper, be sure to take a look at the past work that he or she has done.<br /><br />Make sure you consider all the relevant factors when you are planning how to landscape your property. You should stick to the budget as you work on creating a luxurious look for your yard. This proven advice in this article can help you to get a little closer to your ultimate landscaping goals. Remember these tips when you're doing any landscaping and you'll have the yard you've always dreamed of!<br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.marathonlandscape.com/?page_id=63" rel="nofollow">http://www.marathonlandscape.com/</a>, <a href="http://www.marathonlandscape.com/" rel="nofollow">landscaper Soquel CA</a></div>

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