Summer Landscaping Ideas to Revamp Your Yard

There's no better time than summer. The days are warm and sunny, the kids are out of school, and the nights are cool and pleasant. What better time than summer to enjoy your yard? 

If your yard is lacking and could use a little extra wow factor this summer, then there is no better time to start planning improvements than right now.  

This post will go over a handful of ideas to help make your yard the best it can be.  

Revamping Your Yard Like an Outdoor Expert 

Fix Up a Patio or Deck 

Patios and decks are great places to relax, socialize and entertain. They can also be a blank slate for you to create something entirely new. Patio furnishings come in many styles and materials, so it's easy to customize them for your needs. 

When planning a patio or deck make sure you consider how much sun or wind will hit the area during certain times of day—this will help you decide what materials work best for your project. 

Create a Colorful Backdrop 

To make your backyard more vibrant, consider adding colorful planters to your existing landscape.  

Empty potters are also perfect for growing vegetables and herbs that you can use in your cooking. The best part about these planters is that they come in all shapes and sizes—you can find ones that fit perfectly on any sized patio or deck. Or you can create a standard fruit and vegetable garden in your ground soil for a splash of color that you can eat. 

Add Some Privacy to Your Garden 

You can add privacy to your garden by using a fence, hedge, screen, wall, or trellis.  

This will help give you peace of mind and ensure that you can relax without fear that a nosy neighbor is looking in on you.  

If you have a small backyard, then consider planting an arbor or pergola over it so that you get some shade during the day. This will help you get additional privacy as well as a stylish décor. 

Add flowery fragrance 

Try adding some fragrant flowers to your garden. Some great options are the following: 

• Jasmine. The most popular scented vine in North America, jasmine is a fast-growing flower that produces white or yellow blooms throughout the summer.  
  
  
• Sweet Alyssum (Lobularia maritima). This flowering annual has tiny golden blooms that spread quickly across your garden thanks to its ground-creeping roots. 

Add some water. 

There is nothing more relaxing than the sound of running water, and when you add a birdbath or fountain to your yard, it will come with all the benefits of fresh air and good health without the added work of growing plants.  

There are many different styles and sizes to choose from when selecting a birdbath, but they offer something for every style of backyard. Meanwhile, fountains can be as simple or elaborate as you like. Neither of these options requires any maintenance.  

If you're looking for something larger-scale (and more permanent) than a birdbath or fountain, consider adding a pond. Ponds attract not only birds but also animals who drink from them such as deer and raccoons alike. They also add an element of tranquility that will inspire peace in even the most stressful day. 

Add Some Color 

The most obvious way to make your summer landscape beautiful is to grow flowering plants that are in bloom during the months you're looking forward to enjoying your yard. This will mean different things for different climates, but here are some ideas for what blooms in each season: 

• Spring: tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths; pansies, violas, and primroses 
  
  
• Summer: zinnias, marigolds and cosmos, snapdragons, geraniums, and petunias 

Create a Cozy Conversation Space 

When it comes to creating a cozy conversation space, you can't beat the classic: a fireplace. Or, if you're feeling more modern, try an outdoor chiminea instead! Either way, these design elements will make your guests feel right at home. 

A fire pit or chiminea is also great for providing some extra light in your yard—especially if your yard doesn't receive a lot of natural light during the day. To set the mood for lounging in this area, add some cushy chairs and throw pillows with bright colors that complement each other well. 

Have a Better Summer with Outdoor Experts 

Summer is the best time to enjoy the outdoors, and right now is the perfect time to improve your home's exterior. 

Whether you're looking for a quick and easy fix or a major renovation, now's the time.  

Ready to take the next step towards an unforgettable summer? Our skilled and experienced team will help advise you every step of the way to turn your wildest outdoor dreams into a reality.  

Reach out to Outdoor Experts.