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Well-designed patio landscaping can turn your outdoor space from an afterthought into an inviting oasis.
This adds color and texture to an otherwise plain base.
you could bring them in to overwinter when the weather turns cool.
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The vine-like branches of the trees give it a romantic, effortless feel without being overly landscaped.
Create symmetry to give it even more context to the rest of the space.
once you nail your blueprint drawn, all you have to do is fill it in.
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Try Potted Cacti
Large scale potted cacti and succulents give this patio a lush feel.
Surrounded by trees, it feels like a secret garden hideaway.
Install a sun shade to offer some respite.
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Arbors make for easier DIY projects.
Gardeners will lovegrowing flowering vinesin their arbors.
A stone surround helps create a buffer between the yard and the wood.
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Plus, it offers shade during summer’s hottest stretches.
A sunny space surrounded by greenery is always going to be a relaxing space to entertain.
Consider surrounding your patio with plants both in the ground and in containers.
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Consider using it anywhere you want a hedge to grow quickly.
This carport-style covered patio feels perfectly nostalgic like it came straight from the 1970sin a stylish way.
Among the smaller plants, perennials are the most popular choice for this job.
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This will turn your exposed patio into a hideaway in just a few seasons.
Don’t Forget About Annuals
Don’t be hesitant to elevate your patio landscaping with annuals.
These plants may be short-lived, but they provide a potent injection of instant color.
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Choices for fountainsinclude ceramic, granite, and clay pot fountains.
For example,Blue Star juniperwould bring out the blue in somebluestone paversor even flagstone.
For a smaller plant, tryblue fescue grass.
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Check first on what plants will work best depending on your hardiness zone.
Not only are they low maintenance, but they provide a visual element, too.
Scatter some boulders amongst your plants and shrubbery and use smaller rocks as the ground cover instead of mulch.
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Put Up a Pergola
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A pergola is both functional and attractive.
It gives a patio a sense of place and a more formal look.
Try small succulents in planters for a charming touch.
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This patio has a look that’s both rustic and elegant.
Fill them with climbing plants that grow quickly, and you’ll have a magical garden in no time.
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Put your landscaping on the table!
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Trypotted plantsplaced across a table for a pretty and easy landscaping look.
Use potted herbs for something that’s super functional when you entertain.
Layer the Plants
The more plants, the better.
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Layer brilliant, colorful planters and your favorite plants for a patio space that is joyful and alive.
Try planting them around your patio, just slightly away from any seating areas.
Choose a Slate Stone
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Slate is one of the most classic patio materials.
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Plant smaller shrubs in front of taller ones so that it doesn’t feel claustrophobic.
Look for plants that will maintain foliage and color through the chilliest months.
This should be a cheerful space where you want to hang out.
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Install a Paver Patio
Pavers can take on a multitude of looks.
Hang plants from overhead to add even more life.
It’s like walking into your own private jungle.
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Here, cacti take center stage both in the yard and outside of it.
Incorporate Climbing Vines
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Let vines create a backdrop for your patio ambiance.
When they climb up the side of the house, they become like artwork just beyond your seating area.
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you might DIY a patio in an unused corner of your yard with something as simple as pebble gravel.
This is the perfect spot for a lounge area that’s surrounded by greenery.
The option with the greatest impact is thepergola.
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The delicate flowers give your patio the most dreamy, ethereal look when it’s in bloom.
It can be a mix of potted plants, containers, and raised beds.
There are no rules and, sometimes, more is more.
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Embrace Color
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Even if you have a small patio, bring in the color.
Add a potted flower, colorful chairs, and accessories to make the space feel vibrant and cheerful.
Japanese maples give you good options for trees of intermediate height.
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