There is nothing better than winding down and enjoying the fresh air in the garden after a busy day or a hectic week. The trouble is that beautiful gardens don’t appear out of thin air. If you’re looking to get your garden in shape for summer, or you don’t have time for maintenance, here are some top tips to take the effort out of gardening.
Explore alternative lawn options
Most of us have a patch of grass in our gardens. While lush green lawns can look spectacular on a bright and sunny day, there’s no doubt that they require a healthy dose of TLC. If you don’t have time to mow the lawn on a regular basis, or you have a dog and your lawn is now more patchy than pristine, why not explore other options? Artificial grass is a great idea for homeowners who are short on time, as it requires no maintenance and it’s incredibly versatile. Once your lawn has been laid, you can start enjoying it straight away, and you don’t have to worry about trimming edges or watering. Another idea that might appeal to you is covering your yard or garden with materials such as paving stones, gravel or decking. You can create a stunning, low-maintenance garden without a blade of grass in sight and inject colour and vibrancy using planters, hanging plants and trees.
Choose the right plants
Some plants need a lot of attention, while others are more self-sufficient. If you don’t have the hours available or the inclination to dote on your garden, it’s wise to avoid buying plants that need pruning, cutting back and watering on a daily basis. Look for shrubs, evergreens and perennials, and try and avoid buying dozens of different types of plant. If you have a small number of the same varieties, this will make gardening much easier. If you love the idea of injecting life and colour into your garden, but you don’t want to commit to intensive horticultural activities, planting grasses like bamboo or sedums is a fantastic way to bring the space to life with minimal effort.
Create a relaxation space
One of the best things about donning your gardening gloves and trowel is being able to reap the rewards of a couple of hours of work for months on end during the spring and summer. If you can keep on top of jobs like watering the plants and weeding, you can sit back and relax after work and during hazy, hot weekends. Creating a relaxation area is a brilliant way to take advantage of your outdoor space and to facilitate calm and peace. If you’re a parent, you can make the area more versatile by using different materials to section off child and adult-friendly zones. For a soothing, tranquil space, use oversized floor cushions, loungers, sofas, hammocks or outdoor bean bags to provide a comfortable space to kick back and chill out.
Gardening can be enjoyable, but it can also be time-consuming and physically challenging. If you don’t have time to look after your garden, there are ways to take the effort out of creating and maintaining a beautiful outdoor space. Hopefully, these tips will help you design a stunning, versatile, low-maintenance garden to enjoy this summer.
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