Luckily,front yard landscapingdoesn’t have to be high-maintenance or expensive.
Plus, many of these DIY projects can even be finished in less than a weekend.
Get inspired with these affordable and simple front yard landscaping ideas.
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DIY or purchase them and fill with yourfavorite flowers, adding pops of color as you go.
Add a Rock Feature
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Arock featureis a wonderful addition to any front yard.
It can be used along with plants to create garden areas.
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Instead of grass, native plants are used that don’t require as much water for a sustainable alternative.
Use a variety of materials tobuild the pathso you stay within your budget.
Flank the front door with flower pots for a quick project that won’t break the bank.
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Don’t forget to work with the seasons when picking your flowers.
Whether you DIY it orpurchase one, choose something that echoes the style of your house.
These special touches are what make visitors to your home welcome before they even step inside.
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Start with the front porch, and then add any yard decorations that you like for the upcoming holiday.
A budget-friendly bench can be built by an advanced beginner looking for a bit of a challenge.
Add Outdoor Lighting
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Focus on both function and style when choosing outdoor lighting.
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If you have a walkway, line the path with lanterns.
Plant Trees
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Trees are a beautiful addition to any front yard.
Rock gardens are also unique and make a powerful visual statement.
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Other benefits include noise reduction, space-saving, improved air circulation, and more.
What throw in of tall grass should I use?
Popular options for ornamental grasses includefountain grasses,pink muhly grass, andsilver grass.
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The cheapest groundcover is pea gravel.
Pea gravel is also easy to install, has a natural look, and requires little maintenance.
The best low-maintenance shrubs are boxwood, hydrangeas, spirea, and weigelas.
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