4 Tips for Landscaping a Shady Yard

Buzz Landscaping Inc. • November 2, 2020
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While a shady yard can help your home maintain cooler temperatures in the summer, it can make landscaping trickier. However, that doesn’t mean you have to give up the idea of an aesthetically pleasing outdoor space. Here are some tips for planning a landscape design for a shady yard.

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How to Landscape a Yard With Lots of Shade

1. Add Nutrients to the Soil

Without adequate sunlight, plants will rely on the soil for nutrients. Have a landscaping professional apply fertilizer to the soil to boost the growth of your garden. An all-purpose fertilizer with a 5-5-5 ratio of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium should provide your plants will the nutrients needed to flourish.


2. Select the Right Plants

When you have limited sunlight in your yard, you have to be extra mindful of the plants you choose. Plants that require a lot of sun won’t thrive.


To have the most success, have a landscaping contractor plant greenery that tolerates partial to full shade. Plants like boxwoods and ferns can enhance the appearance of your yard while requiring less sun exposure than other plants.


3. Layer the Plants

When designing your landscape, have a landscaping artist place the tallest plants in the back, mid-sized plants in the middle, and shortest plants in the front. Short plants, like spotted dead-nettles, can tolerate shade while taller plants, like rhododendrons, may need more sun.


4. Incorporate Other Landscaping Features

A landscape design isn’t just limited to plants. Decorative elements, like rocks and birdbaths, can beautify your landscape and require minimal maintenance. A landscaping professional can install these features to make your outdoor living space more enjoyable.

If you want to enhance your yard, turn to the professionals at Buzz Landscaping Inc. in Conway, AR. This company has been providing the Faulkner County area with high-quality landscaping and lawn maintenance services for over 25 years. These licensed, fully bonded, and insured contractors can install everything from retaining walls to water features. They also offer free consultations. Call (501) 730-4515 or visit their website to learn more about their services.

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