subject: Landscaping On A Budget [print this page] Landscaping can be a costly journey, as it is easy to get carried away making the yard look good. Plus plants and trees are not cheap! For those that are looking to minimize cost, yet have the best yard in the neighborhood, they should consider a few savings tips! These savings tips not only help make the yard look better, but also keep landscaping maintenance down in the future!
Comparison Shopping
Comparison shopping goes for any retail product, plants, vehicles or clothing! Look around for the best deals; consider several local nurseries as well as online landscaping suppliers. There are some great savings online, and every dollar counts so be sure that you're not paying too much for your items!
About Your Yard
Knowing your yard can help save a great deal of money also. What type of soil do you have, are you prone to drought conditions, what about sunlight, shade? All of these factors can make a great difference to the life of the plant, as well as the pocket book! Also understanding how much space there is to plant will keep a homeowner from wasting money by purchasing too many plants or shrubs. Another thing that should be kept in mind as far as landscaping maintenance is future upkeep, as well as the size of the plant at maturity. Knowing how big the plants will get will keep the homeowner from overcrowding their yard.
Look To The Future
Choose water wise plants as well as minimal landscaping maintenance! Consider the area of the yard that the plants will be going in and ensure that it is a good match for that plant. For example, if one part of the yard has direct sun for more than 4 hours during the day, ensure that the plant is best suited for those conditions. Otherwise it will die and be a waste of money for the homeowner.
