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What is the Newest Landscaping Trend for 2018?

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Like home styles, decor colors, and automobiles, home landscaping develops trends also. In 2018, according to Garden Media, landscaping is no longer merely concerned with balance, beauty, and curb appeal, but is also being directed toward an environment that supports healthy mind and spirits. Finding real peace and quiet in today’s world has become a nearly unattainable objective. From the time we awaken, we become attached to our smartphones, pads, and computers in a quest to be continually connected and informed. Whether at work or home, the bombardment of both essential and wholly trivial communication and information never ends. And, when data is not coming to us, we fill the gaps by looking for more. Sometime, somehow, there must be a break in the action. Trees, Plants, Soothing Surroundings, and Renewed Mental Focus Imagine a quiet, shady spot among trees, shrubs, beautiful flowers, and perhaps a trickling water feature where all electronics are banned and silent...

How Landscape Designers Add Real Value

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As you drive through certain neighborhoods, some landscapes capture your attention immediately. Most eye-catching surroundings are not that way by accident. Those attractive lawns and gardens are likely the work of a gifted professional landscape designer who worked with the contours and planting areas to create the most appealing settings for plants, trees, lawns, hardscapes, and other decorative features. Homeowners spend hundreds of thousands of dollars over time to improve the appearance and functionality of the exterior facade of their homes while balking at paying extra to enhance the presence of their landscapes. An elegant and inviting lawn can do as much for the curb appeal and value of the home as any other exterior upgrade. Why Hiring a Professional Landscape Designer Adds Value An experienced landscape designer has acquired knowledge and experience of identifying what works in any setting, soil type and climate, creating and maintaining a kaleidoscope of col...