A Guide to Selecting Plants for Your Yard

Buzz Landscaping Inc. • April 25, 2022
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If you want a yard that looks beautiful all year, you need to choose the right plants. Certain trees, shrubs, bushes, and flowers may only thrive on a certain part of your property. This is because each area might have a different soil content and get varying amounts of light and wind. Therefore, you need to make landscaping decisions based on your yard's unique features. This guide can help you make the right choices for your outdoor space. 

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How Do You Choose the Right Plants for Different Parts of Your Yard?

Trees 

Trees add visual interest and beauty to your yard since they stand above other types of plants. However, they can take a long time to grow, and their branches may encroach on your home if they're planted too close to the structure. The best location for a tree depends on its type. Shady areas are ideal for fast-growing trees since the lack of light will prevent them from growing too quickly. They should also be placed away from your house so that the limbs don't interfere with the property. 


Some other species, such as evergreens, can grow in low- or bright-light conditions. Therefore, they'll likely thrive no matter where you plant them. Typically, evergreens look nice as a border around your property or home or as a central feature in the middle of the yard.


Shrubs 

Shrubs are common landscaping features in any yard. They are available in many sizes, shapes, colors, and types, so you can select them based on the area you want to plant them in. Hosta, boxwood, and juniper bushes are frequently chosen as foundation plantings for the base of a home. They're easy to maintain, and they won't grow so tall that they block the ground-floor windows around your house. However, some shrub species can grow quickly, so you should prune them regularly to prevent overgrowth.


Vines

Vines add an elegant touch to your yard. These hardy, fast-growing plants don't require a lot of sunlight, which is why you'll frequently see them on the sides of homes or growing on trellises. However, make sure that you don't plant them too close to other plants in your yard. They need plenty of space to grow, and they can quickly invade your property and overtake other plants.

If you need help with landscape design, turn to Buzz Landscaping Inc. in Conway, AR. These contractors have nearly 20 years of experience helping local homeowners and commercial businesses design their dream properties. Their professional team can assist with a variety of maintenance and landscaping tasks, from lawn maintenance and mulching to French drain installation. They also do a lot of work with custom water features. Learn more online, or call (501) 730-4515 to speak with a knowledgeable team member directly.

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