The Ultimate Guide to Dog-Friendly Landscaping

Australians really love their dogs. They’re part of the family and it would be impossible to imagine spending time in their backyards without them. Dogs can be a lot of fun when they’re on their best behaviour. However, many absolutely adore digging up their pristine flower beds not to mention going to the toilet on their perfect lawns. So, how do you design a yard that’s dog-friendly? You might be surprised to find out that it’s easier than you might think!

Install some decking

When you’re looking for decking installers, Perth is one of the best areas to find a good company. Here, at Landscape By Design we install robust and attractive decking Perth-wide. Decks are a practical and great-looking way to separate your garden and lawn from your pet, so it doesn’t damage the grass when you’re enjoying the outdoors. (Remember to ask for a gate to be installed!)

Put in a water feature

Ponds can be dangerous for dogs so think about installing a water feature like a fountain instead. Fountains look good, are relaxing and can either be modern or classical in style. Your dog will love his new drinking fountain!

Train your dog

Rather than sitting worrying about where your dog goes to the toilet, train him to go in a specific spot so your garden stays looking good.

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Common Landscaping Mistakes And How To Avoid Them

When you’re deciding to landscape your garden, you might think it’ll be easy enough to do yourself. However, what may begin as a focused project can easily hit problems if you underestimate the work involved or if you’re unsure of how to carry it out. Successful landscaping all depends on your residential landscaping Perth strategy. That’s why more and more local residents are hiring affordable landscaping Perth experts Landscape By Design to do the job! However, if you’re still keen on carrying out your own landscaping, we’ve put together a list of the most common landscaping mistakes and how to avoid making them.

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5 Tips For Getting The Most From Your Backyard

If you’re currently feeling tired of your tired-looking backyard then it’s time you made some changes. Here in Perth, garden designs tend to be pretty good due to our talented landscape designers in the area. So, you don’t want your outdoor space to be left behind. Having a good-looking backyard is essential as you will no doubt be spending a lot of time outdoors enjoying our lovely climate. Whether you want to go it alone and tackle your backyard yourself or want to enlist some professional help we have some tips to enable you to get started.

Test the soil

First things first, you want to know what type of soil you’re working with. The easiest way to figure this out is to take a sample of your soil to a local gardening shop. You’ll then know if it’s neutral, alkali or acidic. Having this knowledge will allow you to pick plants that will thrive in your space.

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Common Landscaping Mistakes And How To Avoid Them

When you’re deciding to landscape your garden, you might think it’ll be easy enough to do yourself. However, what may begin as a focused project can easily hit problems if you underestimate the work involved or if you’re unsure of how to carry it out. Successful landscaping all depends on your residential landscaping Perth strategy. That’s why more and more local residents are hiring affordable landscaping Perth experts Landscape By Design to do the job! However, if you’re still keen on carrying out your own landscaping, we’ve put together a list of the most common landscaping mistakes and how to avoid making them.

Completely forgetting the front yard

Yes, we know that you’ll probably be using your back yard far more than the front, but you need to remember to landscape both areas. Remember that great landscaping can potentially increase the value of your home, so it needs to be as comprehensive as possible.

Building everything in straight lines

A very common amateur landscaping blunder is building and planting in totally straight lines. Doing this can give your space an unwelcoming vibe as it just won’t ‘feel’ natural so do your best to be as creative as possible. Creating an alluring landscaping Perth design is something you need to focus on.

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Top Aspects To Consider Before You Begin a Landscaping Project

Completely redesigning your landscape or even just making some changes can be pretty daunting. Where do you even begin? Do you employ a professional landscaper to help you with your Perth landscape design ideas or do you try to tackle the job yourself? There are so many factors to consider. With this in mind, we’ve put together some pointers to help you when you’re thinking about landscaping your outdoor space.

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Top Aspects To Consider Before You Begin a Landscaping Project

Completely redesigning your landscape or even just making some changes can be pretty daunting. Where do you even begin? Do you employ a professional landscaper to help you with your Perth landscape design ideas or do you try to tackle the job yourself? There are so many factors to consider. With this in mind, we’ve put together some pointers to help you when you’re thinking about landscaping your outdoor space.

Analyse your site

The first thing you need to do is to create a plan, so you have a clear idea of your needs set out on paper. The initial part of this plan is all about analysing your outdoor space. Take note of the general shape and size of your yard and any hilly areas etc. Be sure to understand the drainage patterns and to check your soil for moist areas where you can put plants that require extra water. It’s also a good idea to write out a list of everything you have in your garden and to pinpoint what you wish to keep and anything that needs to be removed or changed.

Figure out your soil type so you can choose plants to suit. Take notice of sunny and shaded areas. Note down where the sun tends to hit most and at what times. It’s a good idea to check for windy areas too so you can plant some trees to act as a natural barrier if needed.

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Landscaping Tips For Selling Your Home

Travel down any street in Perth or the surrounding areas and you’ll see lots of beautiful gardens. As a nation, we’re incredibly proud of our homes and yards so it stands to reason that creating a beautiful outdoor space will greatly enhance the look of your home. If you’re considering selling your home, a lovely yard can add a great deal of value to it. For this reason and more, many local residents are opting to use the team at Landscape By Design for affordable landscaping Perth-wide. With this in mind, let’s take a look at some useful landscaping tips for when you’re preparing to sell your home.

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