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Developing a solid landscape design greatly increases the enjoyment your home brings you. It can also enhance curb appeal, so you'll be the envy of friends, neighbors, and passersby. While you should always work with a landscape company to ensure the best results, it's equally important to be aware of common missteps. That way, you can easily avoid them when designing your outdoor space.

What Are Some Common Errors Homeowners Make in Their Landscaping?

1. Forgetting to Develop a Plan

Always have a solid plan in place before contacting a landscape company. The first step is to consider the size of the space. You don't want to overwhelm a small yard with too many features, but you also want to choose enough plants to fill an expansive space. 

Look at your yard, and mark out where you want to place different features. Perhaps you'd like to create a focal point by installing a garden bed in the center of the landscape. You might also consider developing a lounge area near the back door.

2. Forgoing Hardscape Elements

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Hardscapes serve functional purposes and provide visual counterpoints to soft, lush plants and greenery. Some elements include retaining walls, walkways, patios, and water features. 

Stone pavers can be used to create a path through your garden, which is visually appealing but also prevents plants from being trampled. Retaining walls help curb erosion because they keep the soil behind them in place. These work efficiently in sloped yards and are also fantastic for showcasing plants.

3. Choosing the Wrong Plants

Different plants require different conditions to thrive. If you have your heart set on a rose bush, it must be placed in an area that receives six to eight hours of sunlight each day. It must also be planted in soil that offers good drainage since oversaturation can harm the roots and prevent nutrients from getting to the rest of the plant. If you're a fan of hydrangeas, plant them in a space that gets partial shade so they're protected from hot, direct sunlight during the afternoon. Based on the needs of the plants you choose, you might need to tweak your design to ensure they flourish.

 

Whether you need lawn maintenance or hardscaping elements installed around your home, the team at M K Landscaping LLC can help. These fully licensed and insured landscapers have been assisting customers throughout Missouri's West St. Louis and St. Louis counties since 2007. They offer no-obligation estimates and back all hardscape installations with a guarantee for your satisfaction. Call (314) 805-6922 to contact this family-friendly landscape company and discuss your vision. Learn more about their services online

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