One part of the yard that people sometimes overlook is the backyard. The backyard has many opportunities for a landscape design update that will create more recreational space, provide a place to entertain guests, and serve as a peaceful sanctuary to rejuvenate your energy. Here are some examples of landscape design features you might consider to upgrade your backyard experience.
1 – Raised Flower or Garden Beds
If you want to add some flair to your flower beds or vegetable garden, consider installing raised flower or garden beds. Raised flower beds provide many benefits such as:
- Fewer weeds
- Better water retention
- Less soil erosion
- Warmer soil for a longer growing season.
2 – Backyard Patios
The backyard patio has come a long way from the days of a plain, poured concrete slab with a couple of folding chairs on it. The features of modern-day patios can add tremendous value to your property. According to recent homeowner surveys, 98% of house hunters want their next home to have a patio.
Some of the features that you might consider in a backyard patio include:
- Firepits or outdoor kitchen
- Outdoor dining area
- Raised flower or garden beds
- Gazebos or pergolas
- Water-based recreational areas such as a pool or hot tub
Enjoying a feature-laden outdoor patio is a great way to relax and entertain friends and family.
3 – Rock Garden
An inexpensive, low-maintenance backyard landscaping design idea is installing a rock garden. Using natural stone combined with hearty drought-tolerant plants and flowers is a great way to add some visual appeal to your backyard. It also provides some quiet space for relaxation.
4 – Water Feature
A small pond, waterfall, fountain, or other water feature is a fantastic landscape design element to add to your backyard. Numerous studies have shown that the sound of running water promotes relaxation and lowers blood pressure, and provides mental health benefits as well. Another advantage of installing a water feature as part of your backyard landscape design is increasing your property value by at least 20%.
Ready to Upgrade Your Backyard Landscape Design?
Then give Aeroscape a call! We have been providing award-winning landscape designs for homes and businesses all around the Salt Lake City area for over 15 years. We offer a full range of landscaping design services, including landscape construction and excavation services. Aeroscape is your go-to landscape designer. To find out how we can make your backyard a showplace that the neighbors will envy, give us a call at 801.569.2383 or click on one of the green Contact an Expert arrows on any page of the website, and an Aeroscape account manager will get in touch with you.