Landscaping Mistakes to Avoid this Spring in California
Here at Ruff and Ready Landscape Construction, we wanted to write a blog this week about landscaping in general.
Landscaping is usually a huge undertaking, and people tend to do most of it DIY style. Although we encourage people to take on tasks and do DIY-type things, landscaping is not something you should attempt on your own. It requires a specific skill set, patience, a particular eye for detail, and a lot of background knowledge.
In our research of people attempting to do DIY landscaping, we have found that many simple mistakes are being made. So, we wanted to write a blog about those landscaping mistakes and how you should go about avoiding and correcting them.
Please remember that these are general landscaping mistakes, and there are many different kinds. We came up with the most common ones to talk about in this week’s blog. Please keep coming back to check and read our blogs for other topics and possibly more landscaping mistakes!
Keep in mind that the team here at Ruff and Ready Landscape Construction is always here to help and support you with all your landscaping services and more!
The most common mistakes are:
- Not planning required maintenance
- Forgetting about landscape lighting
- Having too many styles for their landscape
- Forgetting about creating a family-oriented landscape
- Not thinking about the landscape’s curb appeal
- Not taking the seasons into consideration when adding to their landscape
- Poor planning
When you hire professionals to do the service, these common mistakes are easily avoidable.
Let us now tackle these mistakes, one at a time.
What are some benefits of a landscape lighting service?
People often always think about their landscape only during the day, envisioning themselves getting some sun in the yard or throwing a BBQ or other type of outdoor party for friends and family. But you cannot forget about getting the most out of your property at night!
If that BBQ you are hosting will carry on into the evening hours, you will need the proper lighting. We are not talking string lights here. To get the most effective lighting for your entertaining, you need to add some landscape lighting. There are so many options to choose from, such as solar or LED. The service will definitely help brighten your landscape and add a sense of security to your property. We all feel safer when the lights are on, right?
Should there be a sort of style to my landscape?
When selecting the plant life for your landscape, make sure the plant life you chose complements the architecture of your home and your own unique style. Think about your hardscaping when choosing plant life as well. Your goal should be to have your landscape’s plant life reflect a confident atmosphere or vibe on your property.
How do I make a more Family- Oriented landscape?
The mistake a lot of people make is getting caught up with an overall theme for their landscape. In doing so, they often forget about the usage of the overall space. People become way too focused on the look of the landscape, forgetting everything else that is necessary. You want to make sure that your landscape looks good but is practical and functional for your family, pets, and the other people who will be using it.
A prime example is a family with small children who will be using the space with friends and having a rock garden installed. That would not be the best idea with children around. We suggest making a list of who will be using your landscape and make sure you keep your friends and family in mind. Sometimes you have to think of people and usage before you think of curb appeal or overall look when it comes to your landscape. Otherwise, you will be changing it constantly and spending a lot of money.
Why is maintaining a landscape so vital?
You want to put the same effort, time, and money into maintaining the landscape you do to maintain your daily life. Services need to be done to your landscape to keep it looking flawless and healthy. A prime example is that garden beds need to be weeded monthly to ensure their overall health. If you do not have the time, patience, or skills necessary to maintain your landscape, hire a professional to care for it correctly.
Keeping your landscape maintained can lead to an incredible impact on your property, increasing the overall value by up to 15%!
Can a well-maintained landscape provide curb appeal?
A perfectly maintained and serviced landscape is not only about keeping a healthy environment allowing it to flourish, or even having a place for your family to enjoy. It goes above and beyond all of that. People don’t often think about the curb appeal of their landscape and, overall, their property. If your landscape brings in the high-end curb appeal, it actually increases the value of your property and attracts potential buyers.
What things on my landscape are considered seasonal?
The mistake here is more practical than you may assume it is. Most people purchase plants and other plant life that are currently in season at the time of purchase. However, the issue is they are not thinking long-term in the sense of the plant’s health or what will happen come the fall. When purchasing plant life for your landscape, do not ignore the seasons you will be using your landscape. Make sure you are buying plants and other plant life that will last throughout the year. Make sure you can distinguish between annuals and perennials and different variations of plants. Experts can help with this!
Should I have a plan when it comes to my landscape?
You 100% should! Having a plan almost completely gets rid of the mistakes and issues you will face on your landscape, including the ones we mentioned in this blog.
Throughout this blog, we mentioned having a plan. The best plan is figuring out all you want your landscape to be and then finding a professional with the services and options that reflect the budget you want to spend on your property.
If you are a local of Menifee, Winchester, Murrieta, Lake Elsinore, Wildomar, or Temecula, CA, or any of their bordering areas, give Ruff and Ready Landscape Construction a call!