10 tips on great landscaping

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1.Make pathways wide enough for easy walking.

2.If your patio or deck will be used for dining, make sure it's big enough to accommodate not only seating and dining, but mingling as well.

3.Avoid hardscape materials that may become slippery when wet.

4.If your ideal design has any overhead structures, roofs, etc, make sure they are at least 7' above the ground.

5.When planning which plants go where, remember that they will grow.

6.Keep tall plants well away from walkways and patio edges.

7.Flowering plants go through a natural cycle of budding, blooming, and fading.

8.Grass should almost always be considered as a cohesive element to the landscape.

9.Use plants to create additional comfort to your landscaped rooms.

10.Plan for the future.