
Massive yards mean a lot of privacy – and a lot of yard work. The good news is that there are tools out there specifically to help. With the right tools, design approaches, and choice of plants, you can make sure your landscaping is hardy and easy to care for throughout the seasons.
It’s not every day that someone has a property over two acres in size, but it does become more common the further into the countryside you get. If you’re new to owning a property that large, then it’s time to follow this guide to help you redefine your outdoor space so you can do more with your massive yard:
Get These Tools
Yard maintenance needs to be your top consideration when it comes to managing the plot you have, and any design or landscaping changes you make. That’s why you’ll want to consider investing in these tools to make it easier to maintain a thriving landscape:
· A Riding Lawn Mower
If your property has mostly grass, then you’ll want to invest in a zero turn lawn mower that lets you zip around your property, taking sharp corners, and capable of cutting grass over acres at a time and over slopes. Since it’s a riding lawn mower, you sit and can drive yourself around the property at record speeds, and with zero effort.
· Electronic Trimmers
Hedge trimmers, edge trimmers, and electronic shears are all essential for making it faster and easier to maintain your yard, which is why they’re going to be critical if you want to add anything but grass to your space. Choosing the right plants for the area can help minimize how much you need to do, yes, but you will need to shape and trim up your bushes, trees, and even flowers to get the look you want.
Landscape Outwards
It’s natural not to know exactly what you want to do with your large space. You certainly don’t want to fill in every corner, since that is both a massive expense and also an easy way to make it feel busy.
The best way to approach your design is to echo it outwards. The spaces you intend to use the most, like an outdoor dining or living space, should be closest. Then you can have a pool if you want, or a private rose garden, further out.
Consider the Seasons
One thing you should keep in mind before you start the designing process is how the property reacts throughout the seasons. If there is an area that frequently floods, for example, that would be a good spot to plant many water-intensive plants, since that’s where it naturally pools. Similarly, lighting conditions are also going to change throughout the season, and impact which plants would do best. By acknowledging the real-world conditions of your plot, you can design the space where plants and outbuildings work in harmony with the space.
Think With All Senses
Finally, remember to think with all of the senses. You have a large plot, which means you can fully capture every sense. What many forget about, however, is anything other than sight. This is a mistake. Consider what your soundscape will be (the sound of wind through long grass, a water fountain, the bees) as well as the smell. Textures can be achieved easily by investing in quality materials.