A garden without a lawn, but not without vegetation
It is not just lawns that allow you to enjoy a little greenery. Here are some other ideas:
- You can also choose to install terraces or make tubs that will accommodate plants of all kinds. You will thus enjoy a garden with relief. In this case, choose plants adapted to this type of culture, but also to the climate and exposure of the location. This way they will develop better and you can enjoy them to the fullest.
- You can also simply multiply the pots to integrate your vegetation.
- It is also possible to keep earthen spaces to plant a tree or hedges in order to structure the space.
- Still in this idea of structuring space, why not create aisles with Japanese steps or slabs?
In any case, you will enjoy a unique exterior. If you don’t want to spend too much time there, prefer plants that require very little maintenance, as well as plants with evergreen foliage so that the garden maintains its interest throughout the year.
What to replace the lawn with?
To replace the lawn, you have different possibilities. Or, the lawn is already non-existent and in this case the work will be less important. Either you want to make it disappear and it will take a little more effort from you. It is certainly possible to carry out your work yourself or you can hire a professional.
The first thing, however, and perhaps the most difficult, is to decide what will replace the lawn. You can then choose to mix different inert blankets to create a harmonious whole.
- You like lawns that remain always green and perfectly mown, choose a synthetic grass. You will then have no maintenance problems. However, depending on the model chosen, the rendering may not be up to your expectations. It is therefore important to choose it well. The cost of a quality synthetic turf is quite high, its installation is not so easy, and another of its disadvantages is that in the summer it is relatively hot.
- You can also choose to cover the floor with wood. It is a fairly simple solution to implement for a natural and warm result. Here again, it is necessary to choose the wood according to your needs.
- You can also opt for the installation of interlocking pavers. It is a robust solution which is relatively easy to install.
- The outdoor tiles is another durable solution. But the implementation is more complex, because it will be necessary to install it on a concrete slab or to choose a tile thick enough to be installed on a bed of sand. You will have the choice of patterns and colors depending on the style you want to give to your garden.
- Likewise, you can turn to gravel on which can be installed Japanese steps, for example. Minerals can also be replaced by chipped wood. The ground must be leveled to allow good drainage.
- Another solution is to opt for ground cover plants. They must be adapted to the quality of the soil, but also to the intended use. Among others, we can cite the Cynodon “Santa Ana”. It covers large areas and requires only one mowing per year. In the event that it should turn yellow, a little water will allow it to regain its original color. As this plant is resistant to trampling, it can be used to make a corner for children.
Focus on colors … or not
You can choose to bring color to your exterior. A little greenery, pots in flashy colors, matching furniture and this space will gain in cheerfulness. You can also choose to paint a wall in a color of your choice. For a harmonious result, be sure to maintain a certain consistency in the choice of colors.
Conversely, you can choose to have your entire exterior done in off-white hues. The combination of these colors with the vegetation and the furniture in natural materials will allow you to relax in a space reminiscent of a holiday decor. For those who like the bohemian inspiration, you will be delighted with the result and you will enjoy your exterior without spending your time maintaining it.
Organize spaces
It is possible to organize the spaces by playing on the differences in ground cover. You can set up a dining area on a wooden terrace while the relaxation area will be on a bed of gravel, for example. You can also install light screens, for example, in branches, to separate the spaces and create more intimate corners that can more easily benefit from shade in summer. You can also play on the levels by installing terraces at different heights.
Shadow corners
If you choose to install shrubs, plant them in such a way that you can take advantage of their shade. Indeed, green spaces bring a little more freshness. It is therefore necessary to compensate for this lack. You can also turn to the installation of a pergola or shade sails according to your tastes. The important thing is not to forget to create shady corners so that you can enjoy your garden in fine weather without suffering from the heat.
A water source
To bring a little freshness, why not create a water point? Plus, it has a calming side. It can be a small above-ground pond with vegetation and fish or just a fountain.