Diagram

Once you have these decisions made you can begin to draw a diagram and plan out your costs for the various materials you need to complete your design. whatever you do, make sure the plan is cohesive and includes softscape and hardscape. Softscape would be any of your plants or natural materials while hardscape would be the use of concrete or cement, a pergola, or seating.

Lighting

You will want to consider how you plan on lighting this area in the evenings if you are using it for gardening or entertaining so that you have visibility. If you are living with an elderly family member or have family over often, lighting will be particularly important to ensure the safety of everyone moving around your yard. Pay attention to all of the details of your plan. It can be extremely helpful to work with a designer who will help you create a cohesive look that implements all of your desires. The more intricate your plan is, the longer it may take you.

Water

One of the biggest components in your landscape design is water. Whether you are using a water element as a focal point or planning for watering your plants. This is important and needs to be a part of your initial design. You may say that you intend to water by hand daily, but most homeowners are much too busy to get this task consistently accomplished. Consider planning for watering within your plan.

Timeline

You need to determine if you are wanting something done right away or willing to wait for your desires. These projects can take time as things come up during the process or materials may be hard to find.

In Conclusion

Whether you are looking for a full landscape design or in need of consistent maintenance, contact us. we are here to help with all of your Snohomish County landscaping needs.