Take a Look at Your Landscape Needs Now

In today’s housing market selling your home may not be an option, so it might be a great time to take stock of your property and make some improvements that will pay off in the future.  Winter is a great time to evaluate your landscape and plan for anything from some refreshed plantings to masonry, rock installation, a new water feature or an improved irrigation system.  Not only will an improved landscape add value to your property, it is something you and your family can enjoy every day.

Landscape design and installation professionals are accustomed to working with homeowners who may not know exactly what they want –providing creative ideas for your outdoor space based on their own knowledge and experience.  On the other hand, you can spend some time this winter familiarizing yourself with the various types of plants, shrubs and trees that thrive in our desert environment.  Browse through magazines and tear out pictures of backyard landscapes and features that appeal to you.  Now that the weather is gorgeous, get out and walk the neighborhood to look at plantings or visit the Desert Botanical Garden or one of the teaching gardens in the area.  Even if everything you like is not feasible for your space, a good landscape designer should be able to incorporate some key elements into your new design.  You may even come up with your own design to discuss with a landscaper who can add their professional input.  Take a look at your landscape now to enjoy a beautiful yard this spring.