Beautiful back and Front Yard Landscaping Ideas

There are so many different back and front-yard-landscaping-ideas that a person can get overwhelmed wondering what to do.
My knowledge on landscaping is limited, but I have really good resources that know their stuff. I decided to go to St. George, Utah where my wife's brothers operate a very successful landscaping business.

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I picked St. George, Utah for many reasons. This is basically a desert oasis. It's an oasis because people made it one with irrigation.

If you can get things to grow in a desert, you should be able to get things to grow anywhere. That was my first reason, but St. George also has many micro-climates because of the moisture levels, varying soil types, and different altitudes.

Different micro-climates gives a beautiful variety of landscaping ideas within a small geographical area.

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  • miniya
    Do it yourself landscaping ideas front yard?
    1 year ago
    1. Create colorful flower beds: Plant a variety of seasonal and evergreen plants for a colorful, eye-catching landscape. You can choose plants with different shades of green as well as bright, vibrant flowers of all shapes and sizes.
    2. Install an outdoor lighting system: Enhance your front yard landscaping with energy-efficient LED lighting around beds, trees, and pathways. Lighting can add a dramatic effect and is a great way to extend the time you can use your outdoor space.
    3. Install stone pathways: Create winding pathways throughout your front yard with decorative stone, gravel, or stepping stones. This is an inexpensive and easy way to add definition to your outdoor space.
    4. Add an outdoor seating area: Incorporate a seating area with a bench, table and chairs, or a hammock to create a relaxing atmosphere. Use colorful cushions and outdoor pillows to add an extra element of style and comfort.
    5. Add a water feature: Set up a small fountain, waterfall, or birdbath in a corner of the yard. This will create a relaxing atmosphere and attract birds and other wildlife to your yard.